Meghalaya-Kerala youth exchange programme

Shillong: A youth exchange programme is going to be organized between Meghalaya and Kerala, giving an opportunity to the youth to the rich cultural tapestry of these faraway states, understand the local ethos and create a bond of friendship.To be organized jointly by Rotary Club of Shillong and Rotary Club of Kochi East, the programme envisions a 10-day tour of Kerala by a team of five handpicked youth to serve as cultural ambassadors of Meghalaya, beginning Jan 9 next."During their tour of Kerala, the local team will get free air passage and home hospitality with members of Rotary Club there. They will visit places of interest and interact with various sections," says Amit Saraf, president, Rotary Club of Shillong, in a statement.A similar team will come on a return visit to Shillong in early April next year."Students between 18 and 25 years of age, male and female, who are residents of Meghalaya, and are well conversant with local culture and ethos, possess good communication skills, fluent in English, and backed up with an outgoing personality, may apply. Those having musical skills will be an added qualification," the statement says. Online application may be submitted by Nov 26, 2024 through https://forms.gle/tQPAz386iF8kVNU66. A personality test will be conducted for the shortlisted candidates on Dec 2, 2024 for which due notice will be sent via email.