Lions Youth Exchange Program is the most important and effective program within the International scope of Lions Clubs Organizations. The objectives of the program are:
- To bring young people of different countries into meaningful contact with each other
- To permit the sharing of ideals and cultural viewpoints
- To promote international understanding and goodwill, and to work toward the goals of world peace and human understanding
- To develop leadership potential in outstanding youth
- To encourage respect in young people for the thinking of others
Below are testimonials from youths that attended Istanbul Youth Exchange Camps in previous years;
I would like to thank you everybody for everything! I had a wonderful time in Istanbul, I`ll never forget it! I`m looking forward to see you guys again! Miss ya
Triin from Estonia
We had a great time in Istanbul! I really miss it, especially the camp and you guys, now that I am home. I`ve met so nice people and friends, so i am looking forward to meet you again! I am sure we will!
Henning from Germany
Lions Multiple District 118-E Youth Exchange Camp Committee organizes two camps at the same time period in Istanbul;
Check our testimonials section to see how great our camps are!
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