About S.C.C.E
Southern Cross Cultural Exchange (S.C.C.E.) is a not-for-profit organisation specialising in international educational exchange programs for secondary students.
The first student exchange organisation to be based in Australia, S.C.C.E. was founded to further international understanding and promote cultural acceptance.
Since its incorporation in 1983, S.C.C.E. has exchanged over 14,000 students with 27 different countries.
S.C.C.E.’s vast experience and professionalism in providing high quality exchange programs is reflected in its approval and registration with Australian state and federal education departments, and its acceptance by immigration and education authorities around the world.
Recruiting professionals qualified and experienced in the fields of education, counselling, travel and administration, most of S.C.C.E.’s staff are former exchange students whose unique experiences and knowledge, as well as enthusiasm for intercultural exchange programs, can directly benefit today’s participants.
With almost three decades of Australian-based experience, S.C.C.E. has a unique ability to respond to the changing needs of Australian education systems through the innovation, diversification and adaptation of our programs and procedures.
S.C.C.E. takes pride in designing programs, ranging in duration from four weeks to ten months, which reflect the values and ideals of Australian students, families, and schools.
Support for Participants
S.C.C.E. and its overseas affiliates are committed to providing secure environments for all our students, and follow strict protocols to ensure safety is consistently the highest priority.
Together, all S.C.C.E. and overseas staff form a 24-hour global emergency network, accessible at all times by students, parents, host families and schools.
Trained and experienced local coordinators are available at all times for students and their host families, who provide advice, support and guidance, assisting with any issues and enhancing the overall exchange experience.
About S.C.C.E's 27 years
1983
S.C.C.E. is established as the first Australian-based not-for-profit student exchange organisation
Founding principles:
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To further tolerance
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To challenge youth towards international understanding
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To encourage youth towards further learning
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To provide self-knowledge and awareness
1984
17 Australian students selected for exchange to the USA
1985
Affiliate organisations in France and Germany interviewed and appointed
3 Australians selected for exchange to France
8 Australians selected for exchange to Germany
16 Australian families voluntarily host American students
1986
57 Australians selected for the French program
New South Wales staff recruited
Melbourne Girls’ Grammar and St Catherine’s School students selected for group exchanges to France
Staff offices relocate to Pearcedale, Victoria
1987
S.C.C.E. offers its first January semester program
French government attachés recruit New South Wales groups to go to France; 163 students in total selected for France
1988
S.C.C.E. interviews and appoints its Italian affiliate organisation
S.C.C.E. Director founds an umbrella organisation to represent professional Australian exchange programs
1989
S.C.C.E. elected as the first Australian full member of the Federation of International Youth Travel Organisations
S.C.C.E. interviews and appoints its Danish affiliate organisation
S.C.C.E. develops an Au Pair program to the USA
1990
S.C.C.E. interviews and appoints a Swiss affiliate organisation
1991
At the request of independent schools, a three-month program beginning in November is developed
S.C.C.E. interviews and appoints its Japanese affiliate organisation
1992
Affiliate organisations in Finland, Spain and Canada interviewed and appointed
1993
S.C.C.E. investigates Poland as a destination, which is eventually declined
1994
The first non-governmental student exchange program in Russia is created, with five not-to-be-forgotten Australian students on exchange in Europe enjoying a tour of Moscow and St. Petersburg, staying with host families for two weeks.
1995
S.C.C.E. interviews and appoints a South African affiliate organisation, and students enjoy the first group exchange in July
1997
Affiliate organisations in Norway and Sweden interviewed and appointed
1998
S.C.C.E. National Office relocates to Mount Eliza on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula
2004
S.C.C.E. interviews and appoints its Dutch affiliate organisation
2007
S.C.C.E. interviews and appoints its Irish affiliate organisation
2008
A three-day arrival orientation in Sydney for all international students is developed, involving games, exercises and activities designed to successfully prepare students to adapt to change
2009
S.C.C.E.’s 27th year closes with a grand total of 7,470 previous Australian exchange students, 6,739 international students and generous Australian host families
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