Application Deadline was 2/1/23 for most programs , Seminar deadline was 1/1/23
All programs have been filled, but we have openings for our upcoming mini camps!
CISV’s mission (formerly Children’s International Summer Village) -“is to educate and inspire action for a more just and peaceful world”
We welcome youth and adults to apply for our summer 2023 programs where global friendship, peace education, fun and youth leadership all come together for a life changing experience.
Don’t let the expense stop you from applying! Please apply for a partial or full scholarship by 2/12/23 by clicking here: 2023 Jen Tyne Scholarship Award
Click on links in blue box below for more info about the specific programs and in section 3 further below, click on links to the application packets.
In order to be a candidate to participate in a program, applicants need to follow the steps outlined below. We’re here to help – please review the guidelines below, and email Morgan Donovan Jones, Applications Chair, at morg.donojones@gmail.com) if you have any questions.
Note: Application packet materials, deadlines, and program costs are in the cover letter of each application packet in section 3 below.
| Programs | Ages | Location | Dates | Total Openings |
| Village | 10.5-11 | Alsace, France | July 7 to August 3, 2023 | FULL |
| Youth Meeting | 11.5- 13 | Isere, France | July 12 to July 26th, 2023 | FULL |
| Step Up | 13.5-14 | Forli, Italy | July 14 to August 5, 2023 | FULL |
| Fortnight | 15.5-17 | USA Chattanooga, TN | June 19 to July 2, 2023 | FULL |
| Junior Counselor | 16- 17 | Lisbon, Portugal | July 29 to August 20, 2023 | FULL |
| Seminar | 16-17 | Within application is list of offerings | FULL | |
| Leader | 21+ | Village&Youth Meeting-France, Step Up-Italy (See above for dates) | FULL | |
Application Guidelines
1. Become a member of CISV Maine (youth delegates only):
You must become a (family) member of CISV Maine in order to apply to be a youth delegate. Scholarships are available for membership–goto membership page for details. Program leaders–if you are chosen, CISV Maine will cover your membership fee.
2. Complete an Information Form
Delegate Information Form | Leader Information Form
3. Download the application:
Download the correct application materials for the program you are interested in. Double-check age requirements. There is some flexibility with age for programs of 15yr olds and under, so please email us to ask for accommodation. Please read the cover letter FIRST. It has dates, location, application fee info, program cost and important info. To fill out the application you can print the material out to write in responses or copy/download the documents and type in your answers – please email Morgan if you need help.
Application Packets:
- Village Application Packet (10.5-11 year olds)
- Youth Meeting Delegate Application Packet (11.5-13 years old)
- Step Up Delegate Application Packet (13.5-14 year olds)
- Fortnight (National) Camp Application Packet (15.5-17 years old)***
- Junior Counselor Individual Application Packet (16-17 years old)*
- Seminar Camp Application and extra info (16-17 years old)**CLOSED/FULL
- Leader Applicant Packet (21+ years old)*
4. E-Mail your application
Email your application to: Morgan Donovan Jones at morg.donojones@gmail.com
5. Attend Selection Day–Required
Selection Day includes a full day of activities, interviews, and programming: Sunday February 5th 9-430pm (approximately), at Old Town-Orono YMCA. Mandatory parent meeting: 330-430pm Selection day snow date: 2/4/23
Leadership Training Requirements
* All Junior Counselors and Adult Leaders attend Selection day and both Local and National Leadership Training and Maine Mini Camp.
** Seminar Camp participants must attend Local Leadership Training and complete online National Leadership Training (via Skype) and attend Maine Mini camp (strongly encouraged).
*** Fortnight participants must attend Local Leadership Training and are NOT required to attend National Leadership Training, attending Maine Mini camp is strongly encouraged.
Local Leader/JC/Fortnight/Seminar Training: Saturday March 11th, 830-430pm, Doris Twitchell Allen Village, UMaine, Orono
National Leader, JC, and Staff training: May 13th, 2023 9am-7pm in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.
NE Regional Mini Camp: March 31-April 2 Prindle Pond Conference Center, Charlton, MA
Maine Mini Camp: April 21-23, 2023 at Camp Jordan in Ellsworth, ME.