Bert van Dalfsen's ad in the Abbotsford newspaper read, "If you are a professional between the ages of 25 and 40 and would love the opportunity to experience India in a cultural and vocational exchange, Rotary would love to hear from you." It was a far cry from Shackleton's "Men wanted for hazardous journey. Small wages, bitter cold, long months of complete darkness, constant danger, safe return doubtful." That being said, the van Dalfsen expedition sounded more feasible and worth further investigation.
Rotary International's District 5050 was organizing a Group Study Exchange. The program provides travel grants for teams of participants to travel to another country, and while there, gain a deeper understanding of the ways of life in the host district. As well, vocational days are organized allowing team members to see how their vocations are practiced in the host country. The exchange seeks to build leadership, communication and problem solving skills in addition to developing networks, relationships and friendships.
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