Cross-Cultural Solutions Press Releases

Cross-Cultural Solutions Launches 2011 Photo Contest | Vacation & Holiday Travel Destinations

volunteerabroad — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:51:25 +0000

Cross-Cultural Solutions (CCS) launched its 2011 Photo Contest: The Many Faces of CCS today for former volunteers of CCS programs to enter for their chance to win a variety of prizes, including the first place grand prize — a complimentary one-week volunteer abroad program.

CCS Helping to Connect International Service and Higher Education - PR Newswire - sacbee.com

volunteerabroad — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 15:06:38 +0000

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., June 15, 2011 -- /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Cross-Cultural Solutions (CCS) promotes the importance of international volunteering as an educational and academic experience in many ways, including attending the recent 2011 NAFSA conference. CCS offers volunteer and intern abroad programs that are popular with students; many of whom have obtained academic credit for their participation, especially in the fields of education, health, and social services. To encourage the trend, CCS has been actively involved in positioning international volunteering as a respected form of education abroad — especially international service-learning.

Cross-Cultural Solutions, One of 50 Best Nonprofits to Work For | Nonprofit News

volunteerabroad — Mon, 23 May 2011 16:01:20 +0000

NEW ROCHELLE, NY — Cross-Cultural Solutions (CCS) was recently included as one of The NonProfit Times’ “50 Best Nonprofits to Work for 2011.”

PRNewswire-USNewswire | CCS Partners with HandsOn Network to Encourage Volunteer Service

volunteerabroad — Thu, 05 May 2011 17:50:45 +0000

During National Volunteer Week, Cross-Cultural Solutions (CCS) officially announces its partnership with HandsOn Network (HON), continuing its dedication to mobilize more individuals in volunteer service, both internationally and domestically.

PR | Blog Michael | education expert advice | Online Language Courses for US Volunteers

volunteerabroad — Thu, 05 May 2011 14:31:17 +0000

People going abroad to assistance others will now be even improved prepared when it comes to vocalization a internal language. The denunciation training complement Babbel supports Cross-Cultural Solutions, a non-profit classification charity proffer abroad programs, by giving volunteers a giveaway 3-months online denunciation march in credentials for their joining abroad.

CSR News - Justmeans | Lilly's Connecting Hearts Abroad Program Sends Employees on Global Service Assignments

volunteerabroad — Thu, 05 May 2011 19:08:30 +0000

PR.com | Online Language Courses for US Volunteers

volunteerabroad — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:01:57 +0000

The language learning system Babbel supports Cross-Cultural Solutions, a non-profit organization offering volunteer abroad programs, by giving volunteers a free 3-months online language course in preparation for their commitment abroad. Babbel contributes with up to 2500 vouchers, worth $26.85 each. All volunteers will have an online language course in their preparation package; giving each of them the opportunity to either start learning a language or brushing up on their language skills.

Cross-Cultural Solutions Launches 2011 Video Contest

volunteerabroad — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:00:14 +0000

Cross-Cultural Solutions (CCS) has launched a 2011 Video Contest: My Take on the CCS Experience for former volunteers to share their perspectives on volunteering abroad.

American Banking News | CCS Selected for America’s Unofficial Ambassadors Initiative

volunteerabroad — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 15:56:10 +0000

After over a year of researching more than 1,000 organizations, Creative Learning chose to list CCS in the new AUA Directory as one of the 36 recommended organizations offering safe and meaningful service opportunities in the Muslim World. CCS was chosen for its program in Morocco which receives volunteers on programs from 1 to 12 weeks long. CCS Country Director, Mohamed Mhmmoudi, had a six-year career with Peace Corps Morocco prior to joining CCS.

PRNewswire | Lilly's Connecting Hearts Abroad Program Sends Employees on Global Service Assignments

volunteerabroad — Thu, 05 May 2011 19:08:53 +0000

Lilly is partnering with Cross-Cultural Solutions, an international not-for-profit organization that operates short-term volunteer programs in 12 countries. CCS is a recognized leader in the field of international volunteering with a strong track record of supporting volunteers in developing countries and creating professional, safe, life-changing experiences. "CCS and Lilly have strikingly similar missions – to serve and to improve lives," said Steven C. Rosenthal, founder and executive director of Cross-Cultural Solutions. "Lilly's commitment to send 200 employees on service assignments is bold and unprecedented. It represents the largest corporate partnership to-date for CCS, and the largest launch of an employee volunteer program at an international scale like this. Through the CCS volunteer programs, Lilly employees will touch lives and, in return, have one of the most memorable experiences of their lives."