Inter Cultural Youth Exchange (ICYE UK)

Who we are

Inter-Cultural Youth Exchange is a unique user-led registered charity working in the field of personal, social and community development. We are an ethical volunteering organisation and ICYE volunteers support local communities worldwide and can make a real difference to peoples’ lives. ICYE UK also host volunteers in the UK because we believe strongly in the principles of a reciprocal exchange. ICYE has been recgonized as an 'International Peace Messenger' by the United Nations General Assembly. ICYE UK was established in July 1993 and is a not-for profit organisation. It is managed by a committee which is democratically elected by participants of the programme. Everyone is encouraged to have their say and to take part. Mission Statement: ICYE UK promotes wider life experiences, personal development and greater intercultural awareness through the provision of supported voluntary placements in a range of social, educational and environmental projects, that directly benefit local communities in Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa. Operating within an international network of locally managed ICYE organizations, ICYE UK encourages inter cultural understanding and cooperation through the exchange of people and ideas.