Cross-Cultural Solutions

  • About Cross-Cultural Solutions
    Cross-Cultural Solutions (CCS) is a nonprofit founded in 1995 working to address critical global issues by providing meaningful volunteer service to communities abroad, and contributing responsibly to local economies.

    Our Mission is to operate volunteer programs around the world in partnership with sustainable community initiatives, bringing people together to work side-by-side while sharing perspectives and fostering cultural understanding. Cross-Cultural Solutions is an international nonprofit organization with no political or religious affiliations. Over 35,000 people have participated in our 1-12 week volunteer programs in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. CCS has a world-wide staff of over 200 people in 10 countries, with administrative staff offices also located in the USA, UK, and Canada.

    Our Vision is of a world where people value cultures different from their own, are aware of global issues, and are empowered to effect positive change.

    Our Values are:

    Shared humanity
    When people of different cultures have an opportunity to connect, there comes an understanding of our shared humanity.

    Respect
    We accept, appreciate, and respect that people know and understand what is appropriate for their own communities.

    Integrity
    We commit to ensuring the safety, flexibility, professionalism, transparency, and excellence of our programs.

PROGRAMS (6)

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International Internships
CCS international internships are designed for students ages 18 and older seeking a real-world, globally-minded intern abroad experience in their chosen field. As a CCS intern abroad, you’ll become


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Gap Year
This is not your average Gap Year! Volunteer abroad while you immerse yourself in another culture and discover things about yourself and other parts of the world that you never knew before. On your


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Summer High School Program
Cross-Cultural Solutions Summer High School Volunteer Abroad programs are designed for curious, passionate, and adventurous high school students who want to serve others and connect to another culture


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CCS Groups
Whether you are looking to enroll a group of colleagues, family members, students, alternative spring breakers, or traveling circus performers, Cross-Cultural Solutions takes all kinds! Plenty of grou


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Syrian Refugee Program - Greece
Of the total 22.5 million refugees in the world today, less than 1 percent have been resettled. Over 62 thousand refugees from Syria, Afghanistan, and elsewhere are currently stranded in Greece, livin


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CCS Volunteers
The most impactful approach to volunteering abroad – the only approach – is one designed by the community. With CCS, you’ll do meaningful work that addresses a specific community need. As you im


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