January 24th – 29th, 2018

International CulturalExchange 2018

Culture and heritage as the identity of a country plays a significant role for citizens. We as a citizen of a nation also have the responsibility for preserving our cultures and heritages. As every single person is a unique creature, so does every country. As every turn is a surprise, so does every corner of a country. Cultural and social diversities in every country are very worthy to be discovered and explored.

Experiencing a culture exchange in a different country is indeed a challenging adventure yet very educational. Witness the society life, acknowledge their culture, introduce our culture, and get immerse. Improve your communication by having social interaction with the locals. No wonder there’s a saying ‘Experience is the best teacher’ ever. You will acknowledge it once you feel it by yourself. Improve your communication skill, have more friends, and boost your confidence at onceby joining the program.

WHAT IS

Giving benefits for students to have a better understanding and appreciationof the nation’s culture.

VISION

MISSIONS

Introducing and promoting the nation’s culture.

Contributing global awareness of preserving and appreciating the culture.

Smoothing the progress of learning through a cultural exchange program.

Facilitating students to experience the culture exchange firsthand.

Giving an insight for students how unique and diverse each country is.

GOALS

2. Global ExperienceBy getting to know a country, participants will acquire a wide range of knowledge. Meeting with the locals from one country to another will also make participants to learn their cultures and explore their social life. Witness their way of life and try to compare them to Indonesian’s cultures. Take lessons from every advantageus life style. Feel the atmosphere of the community and feel the global experience. Let your experience be your best teacher in your journey of life.

3. Friendship and Confidence“Friendship... is not something you learn in school. But if you haven't learned the meaning of friendship, you really haven't learned anything” said Muhammad Ali. Experience the program with many people from many different regions all over Indonesia. Meetthe locals of several different countries. Have an interaction and conversation with locals. Those activities will surely enrich your experience and friendship. The challenge to interact with others will also boost your confidence.

1. World Heritage EruditionParticipants will be invited to explore the various aspects of community life.Witnessing from the firsthand the diversity of language, culture, and technologyout there will make you more open-mind and able to adapt to variouschanges and habits of various cultures so that you can see everyoneas equals. Every place has its own unique cultures and heritagespassed down generation to generation enrich our expedition.

Contribute ourselves to explore the cultures and have abetter understanding of the nation’s cultures.

Indonesia is a very rich country full of diversity, home to numerous differentethnic groups, languages and religions. However a common language and thenational motto of ‘Unity in Diversity’ help to bind the 17,500 islands and theirinhabitants together.

The culture of Singapore is the combination of Asian and European cultures.Influenced by Malay, South Asian, East Asian, and Eurasian cultures, Singapore hasbeen dubbed as a country where "East meets West", "Easy Asia" and "Garden city".

Malaysia is a multi–ethnic, multicultural, and multilingual society, and the manyethnic groups in Malaysia maintain separate cultural identities. The society ofMalaysia has been described as "Asia in miniature".

Thailand’s culture mixes strong Indian influences, Chinese traditions, and elementsthat are uniquely Thai. With its diverse geography, friendly people, and stunningscenery, the “Land of a Thousand Smiles” is a must-see destination in South East Asia.

WILL YOU PLAY AN ACTIVE ROLE?

SCHEDULE

DATE: JANUARY 24TH – 29TH, 2018“THE IDENTITY OF A NATION LIES WITHIN ITS CULTURE”INDONESIA – SINGAPORE – MALAYSIA – THAILAND 2018

Participants will fly from Indonesia to Changi Airport, Singapore. After arriving in Singapore,participants and committees will meet and have an airport assistance and opening ceremony. Participants will be guided to have a Singapore city tour to Merlion Park asthe landmark of Singapore and a major tourist attraction. Here, participants can learnabout the fantastic Singaporean legend story. After that, participants will also visit thelargest fountain in the world, Fountain of Wealth, and the phenomenal Helix Bridge.Helix Bridge or also known as Double Helix bridge is a bridge that resembles the shapeof DNA strand. It is an amazing pedestrian connection across the head of the SingaporeRiver. Then, participants will also have an exploration to Marina Bay Sands to see theadorable architectural masterpieces and enjoy the Song of The Sea attraction. To closethe night, participants will be also invite to have an exploration in Gardens by The Bays efore check-in to hotel.

DAY 1 (JANUARY 24TH, 2018):MERLION PARK – HELIX BRIDGE – SONG OF THE SEA - MARINA BAY SANDS– GARDENS BY THE BAY

In this 2nd day, participants will start their agenda by visiting Bras Basah and MasjidSultan. In Bras Basah, participants can enjoy some rich heritage, preserved architecture,and palpable energy. Afterwards, participants will be guided to go to Sentosa Islandfollowed by a Chinatown Discovery and having an educational challenge. After that,participants will go to Kuala Lumpur to have the next ISCEF exploration.

DAY 2 (JANUARY 25TH, 2018):MASJID SULTAN – SENTOSA ISLAND – CHINATOWN – KUALA LUMPUR

SCHEDULE

DATE: JANUARY 24TH – 29TH, 2018“THE IDENTITY OF A NATION LIES WITHIN ITS CULTURE”INDONESIA – SINGAPORE – MALAYSIA – THAILAND 2018

After arriving in Malaysia, participants along with the committees will visit Putra Jaya.Not only regarding as the administrative center of Malaysia, but Putra Jaya also servesa wide variety of the old and current Malaysian building architecture. After that,participants will go to Cocoa Boutique followed by moving to hotel for check-inand taking some rest. In the afternoon, participants will be invited to exploreMalaysian iconic majesty Petronas Twin Tower and learn about social life ofMalaysian in Sungei Wang, Bukit Bintang.

DAY 3 (JANUARY 26ST, 2018):PUTRAJAYA – COCOA BOUTIQUE – PETRONAS TWIN TOWER – SUNGEI WANG

Participants will be invited to have a visit to Aswara (Akademi Seni Budaya dan WarisanKebangsaan) in Malaysia to have a discussion and cultural exchange. Afterwards,participants will be also guided to explore Batu Cave. Besides that, participants alsogo to discover Petaling Street and Central Market to analyze the economic and socialway of Malaysian and international people. Here, participants can also have a marketanalysis to know more about business opportunity. After exploring Malaysia,participants will be transferred to Bangkok to have the next ISCEF exploration.

DAY 4 (JANUARY 27TH, 2018): ASWARA – BATU CAVE – CENTRAL MARKET – PETALING STREET– TRANSFER TO BANGKOK

In this morning, they will be invited to go to Silpakorn University, a national university inThailand. There, participant will be welcomed for attending discussion forum and culturalexchange with Silpakorn University students, and have a campus tour to learn more aboutThailand educational atmosphere and student activities. Afterwards, participants will beinvited to visit Grand Palace & Wait Prakeaw, the home of Thai Kings and the Royal Court,to learn more about Thai and Buddhist culture. This Grand Palace will have the participantsin awe with its beautiful architecture and intricate detail. After that, participants will beinvited to visit Wat Arun, one of the most stunning temples in Thailand, and going to havean exploration in Chao Praya which plays an important role in Thai daily life. Participantswill be also guided to learn about Bangkok economic society by discovering the mostupscale night market in Bangkok, Asiatique Market.

DAY 5 (JANUARY 28TH, 2018): SILPAKORN UNIVERSITY - GRAND PALACE & WAT PRAKEAW - WAT ARUN– CHAO PRAYA ASIATIQUE MARKET

SCHEDULE

FACILITIES

DATE: JANUARY 24TH – 29TH, 2018“THE IDENTITY OF A NATION LIES WITHIN ITS CULTURE”INDONESIA – SINGAPORE – MALAYSIA – THAILAND 2018

In the last day, participants will have a closing ceremony and preparation for comingback to Indonesia. Eventually, participants will fly to Indonesia and arrive safelywith wonderful experiences.

DAY 6 (JANUARY 29TH, 2018):CLOSING CEREMONY IN BANGKOK – INDONESIA

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