Families in Salina will have the unique opportunity to bring a bit of the world into their homes between September 17-24 when an international cast of Up with People arrives to Salina, a stop on their 2018 world tour.
Up with People is a global education organization that empowers young people to be positive agents of change in their communities and the world. Through our unique blend of music, social action, and international travel, we impact communities for the better while providing youth the knowledge and experience they need for today’s complex global environment. For more than 50 years Up with People has been breaking down cultural barriers and enhancing understanding to help create a more hopeful, trusting and peaceful world.
Host families are being sought to keep one or more students from the 105-member Up with People cast, which represents 20 countries.
“It is a great opportunity to experience other cultures while sharing your own,” explained Jeri, Promotion Representative for Up with People in Salina.
Local host families are asked to provide a bed, local transportation at the beginning and end of each day, as well as breakfast and most dinners. While gone during the day, most evenings cast members will be home with the family to participate in their activities and interests.
In addition to many wonderful experiences with their new “son” or “daughter,” each host family will receive two complimentary tickets to Up with People’s newest production, Live On Tour. The show features entertaining pop medleys, international dances, and original UWP songs that inspire people to make a positive difference in their communities. The show is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. September 20 in Kansas Wesleyan University’s Mabee Arena.
“I can honestly say that the dozens of families who have opened their homes to me during my time in Up with People is one of the most meaningful and memorable experiences I have had, said Marie, Promotion Manager for Up with People in Salina.
Local families in the Salina area are being sought to host the cast members from September 17-24. Those interested in hosting are encouraged to contact Jeri Oliva at joliva@upwithpeople.org or by calling 720.404.0274.
Up with People’s visit to Salina is sponsored by Kansas Wesleyan University and Sacred Heart High School with the support of Saint-Francis Community Services, Sunflower Bank, UMB Bank, Blue Beacon, and Crown Distributors.
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