CULTURAL HOMESTAY INTERNATIONAL
We believe in the value and potential of cultural exchange.
Cultural Homestay International (气) has excelled at promoting international understanding and goodwill through people-to-people exchanges since 1980. 气 is designated by the United States Department of State 作为一个 J-1 visa sponsor, and is a proud member of the Council on Standards for International Educational 旅行 (CSIET), World Youth Student Educational 旅行 Confederation (WYSE 旅行 Confederation), WYSE 工作 Abroad, International 非盟对 Association (IAPA) and The Alliance for International Educational & Cultural Exchange.
CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMS
Educational programs
Life-changing exchange programs for host families, high school and university students.
工作 experience programs
Amazing opportunities for university students, young professionals and American businesses.
旅行 Abroad
Affordable, fun and safe travel opportunities to over 25 popular countries abroad.
Childcare
We know what matters most to your family. 气 非盟对 is known by its loving and affordable live-in childcare.
Changing millions of lives 世界wide since 1980
气 is a non-profit educational organization founded in 1980 by Tom and Lilka Areton. 气’s Mission is to promote international understanding and goodwill through people-to-people exchanges. We believe that the best way to build bridges of friendship and trust among people is to experience directly each other’s customs, languages and values. 生活, study or work together leads to a transformational experience of acceptance and genuine affection.
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气 turned the Big 40 in 2020! In honor of this occasion, we are excited to announce an inspiring initiative: 40 Acts of Kindness Around the World.
We are inviting our staff, program participants, host families/companies, loyal supporters and you to demonstrate that good deeds and acts of kindness are the hallmark of 气, and the most motivational way to make positive change.
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