US Servas is a
nonprofit membership organization fostering understanding of cultural diversity
through a global person-to-person network promoting a more just and peaceful
world. Over the past 60 years, dedicated peace-minded people have created the
vital worldwide hospitality network known as Servas.
Colleen Schwartz
and her husband Harvey interview all local individuals applying for membership.
They are Servas hosts as well as travelers, and have traveled extensively all
over the world, using their Servas memberships to get to know other hosts.
Colleen will lead this presentation.
Servas host
members welcome Servas travelers into their homes for a limited stay, free of
charge, with the opportunity of sharing a meal or meals and conversations.
Servas members recognize the importance of personal relationships and the
inherent worth of all people as well as the value of cultural differences. By
fostering open person-to-person experiences between travelers and hosts,
artificial barriers can be removed, lasting friendships can develop and social
responsibility can be encouraged. Servas is a way to unite those who believe
that peace is possible, once these differences are explored on a personal
level. Members accomplish these goals by opening their homes and hearts and
welcoming approved Servas visitors in the cause of peace.
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