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Global Insights is designated by the US
Department of State as an official Exchange Visitor Program Sponsor, and is
accepted for listing by the Council on Standards for International Educational
Travel (CSIET). Global Insights is authorized to issue DS-2019 forms for our
students to obtain a J-1 visa. As a result, Global Insights bears full
responsibility for the well-being of our students, providing them with full
accident and illness insurance coverage and closely monitoring their progress in
their host families, schools, and communities. In comparison to other programs,
Global Insights is a small program, with approximately 100-150 participants per
year. We believe this allows us the opportunity to choose our students very
carefully, as well as provide a more personal service to our students, host
families, and schools. In addition, the majority of our staff and Area
Representatives have hosted themselves, some on multiple occasions over the
years, thus having a first-hand understanding of the life-long benefits such an
experience can offer.
Schools have the assurance that Global Insights will work closely with them in order that the exchange experience be beneficial to the school, as well as the student participant and host family. Global Insights emphasizes solid local support, in addition to national and international support. Global Insights students are placed only in areas with a trained Global Insights Area Representative within a 50-mile radius. Area Representatives are selected and trained by professional Global Insights staff. They are provided with training handbooks and supplies, as well as an Area Representative newsletter to keep them up-to-date on program events and requirements. Global Insights provides on-going support and guidance to Area Representatives, maintaining regular contact via national toll-free phone lines. Area Representatives work closely with schools, host families, and exchange students to provide solid local support, ensuring that all program rules and requirements are adhered to. Sample duties include:
Expectations of the School
Expectations of Global Insights
“As an educator, I have seen how international students have greatly
increased cultural understanding, and have taught American teachers and students
how to see the world from a different prospective. The experience gained will
continue to shape the way our students live for years to come.” |