Growing Abroad" podcast highlights the challenges and triumphs of student exchange

Lohmar, 04.06.24- The podcast "Growing Abroad" offers a deep insight into the diverse experiences of young people who have taken the step to live and learn abroad. Every week, hosts Jenny Gillner and Anna-Lucia Masthoff from the exchange organization international EXPERIENCE e. V. conduct conversations that shed light on the topic of living abroad through mindset, adaptation, school or culture shock and personal growth.

"Growing Abroad" is an inspiration for those who explore the new and grow beyond themselves in the process. Listeners can look forward to practical advice and inspiring life lessons drawn directly from the experiences of those who have found the courage to leave their comfort zone.

In each episode, the podcast focuses on a specific topic or features conversations with guests who share their personal experiences and perspectives on living and learning abroad.

Honest input on the year abroad

"Growing Abroad" is also a source of information for travel enthusiasts and parents whose children are planning to discover the world. The podcast offers inspiring stories and reports that provide guidance and support in overcoming the challenges of living abroad.

The seasons of "Growing Abroad" cover topics such as choosing the right program, living with a host family and coping with homesickness. The podcast manages to present both the enjoyable and challenging aspects of student exchange in an honest and accessible way.

"We don't just want to tell our listeners stories, we want to give them tools they can use on their own journey," says Jenny Gillner from international EXPERIENCE e. V. "It's about creating connections and showing that no matter where we are in the world, we share many common experiences."



"Mindset & positive energy"

The podcast "Growing Abroad" publishes a new episode every Wednesday. Previous topics range from choosing the right time and program, deciding on the right exchange organization, individual countries to culture shock and homesickness. Listeners are invited to send questions and topic requests directly to the team.



International EXPERIENCE e. V. Short profile

International EXPERIENCE e. V. advises and accompanies students and families for a year abroad in 14 countries. The employees of iE e. V. have specific experience. With colleagues on site or long-standing partner organizations, intensive preparation, continuous availability and a tailor-made online tool, they guarantee all the prerequisites for an unforgettable year abroad. iE e.V. passes on surpluses to selected participants as part of a pocket money scholarship.

- Every year, around 700 exchange students go abroad with iE e.V. to the USA, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, France, Spain, Italy, the UK, Ireland, Argentina and Finland.
- The students prepare intensively at a preparatory seminar in Germany lasting several days, followed by a parents' session.

- A close partnership with international EXPERIENCE USA and its accreditation as an advisor with the CSIET Council on Standards for Educational Travel guarantee excellent support in the most popular destination country.

- iE e. V. has been certified by the German Institute for Service Quality since 2017 and is a specialist for Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

- Founded in 2000, 260 employees worldwide.

international EXPERIENCE e. V.
Amselweg 20
53797 Lohmar
Germany

https://germany.international-experience.net/

01726208618

v.wolters@international-experience.net

International EXPERIENCE e. V. Brief profile
International EXPERIENCE e. V. advises and accompanies students and families for a year abroad in 14 countries. The employees of iE e. V. have specific experience. With colleagues on site or long-standing partner organizations, intensive preparation, continuous availability and a tailor-made online tool, they guarantee all the prerequisites for an unforgettable year abroad. Surpluses from iE e. V. are passed on to selected participants as part of a pocket money scholarship.

- Every year, around 700 exchange students go abroad with iE e. V. to the USA, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, France, Spain, Italy, the UK, Ireland, Chile, Argentina and Finland.
- The students prepare intensively at a preparatory seminar in Germany lasting several days, followed by a parents' session.
- A close partnership with international EXPERIENCE USA and its accreditation as an advisor to the CSIET Council on Standards for Educational Travel guarantee excellent support in the most popular destination country.
- iE e. V. has been certified by the German Institute for Service Quality since 2017 and is a specialist for Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
- Founded in 2000, iE now has six representative offices worldwide.

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