STEP UP | In a Nutshell

The first Step Up was held in 1985. CISV’s Step Up program encourages young people to take a leading role in planning and organizing activities. The participants and their adult leaders use CISV’s peace education to guide the theme of the camp around which they plan activities, such as identity, democracy, or environmental protection.  Step Up delegations come from ten countries and are comprised of four youth, 2 girls and 2 boys, who are accompanied by an adult leader. The camp is coordinated by adult staff.

The Step Up camp will be specified as either for 14 year olds or 15 year olds.

Taking part in Step Up

Taking part in Step Up gives you the amazing opportunity to learn about important issues that affect us all and how they are thought about and dealt with in different countries and cultures. You will think about how you will take your new knowledge and leadership skills and make active use of them in your school or community. Just as importantly, you will have fun and make new and lasting friendships.

Is your child taking part in Step Up?

With over 70 years’ experience of organizing camp-based programs for children and teenagers, you can be assured of the highest level of supervision and safety for your child. Read more about your child and CISV.