Who we are

Who we are

 Federation EIL (FEIL) is a global network of international exchange organizations that share a common mission, vision and educational goals. Federation EIL members are  non-profit, non-political, and non-religious organizations. Federation EIL is self-governed by its membership, and meets annually at a General Assembly.

A small Executive Board is elected every three years to facilitate Federation EIL business and guide strategic planning initiatives. Current Executive Board members include:

• Cecilia Gámez – President – PEI (Mexico)
• Carola Flor – Vice-President – EIL Ecuador (Ecuador)
• Hiro Suzuki – Vice-President EIL Japan (Japan)

Federation EIL has held consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council as a nongovernmental organization in Category II since 1978, and with The Council of Europe since 1981.

In 1989 it was recognized as a Peace Messenger organization by the United Nations Secretary General.

Federation EIL is a member of WYSETC: The World Youth Student and Educational Travel Confederation.