MENTORING FOR YOUNG WOMEN INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM WITH SI ERLANGEN, GERMANY
In 2016, Soroptimist International of Riverside and our Friendship Link, Soroptimist International of Erlangen, Germany, developed an exchange program to give young women from both cities the opportunity to have new experiences by staying in the respective partner city. The young women stay in the homes of Soroptimist members for two weeks interacting with the people in the area and visiting places of interest. The goal of this annual exchange is to help advance personal and professional development of young women from both countries.
EVALUATION AND SELECTION DATE:
In 2024, a student from Erlangen, Germany, visited Riverside.
In July 2025, SI Riverside will be sending a student from Riverside to Erlangen, Germany. The deadline for all applications to be received by SI Riverside is Friday, April 18, 2025.
ELIGIBILITY:
Eligible women must meet the following requirements:
Be between 20 and 25 years old
Demonstrate an interest in the German culture
Live in Riverside or surrounding areas
Identify themselves with the ideals of Soroptimist (soroptimist.org)
Family members and relatives of Soroptimist ARE eligible.
MENTORING
FOR YOUNG WOMEN
APPLICATION
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Download the application and mail the completed forms along with a resume and letter of recommendation to:
