A new Rotary Youth Exchange adventure is underway for Charlie, who left yesterday for Taipei to begin his year as a Rotary Youth Exchange outbound student. As Charlie begins this exciting journey, he is also continuing a special family tradition. His father was a Rotary Youth Exchange student in the 1990s, spending his exchange year in Norway.

Now, more than three decades later, Charlie is following in his father’s footsteps — experiencing another culture, building international friendships and creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Rotary Youth Exchange is about much more than spending a year in another country. It is an opportunity for young people to discover the world, develop a greater understanding of different cultures and bring people together across borders.

From Norway to Taipei, Charlie’s family is showing how the impact of Rotary Youth Exchange can span generations.

We wish Charlie safe travels and an incredible year filled with adventure, friendship and unforgettable experiences. We look forward to following his journey!