What did the 2010 sayXchange participants learn from the exchange?

When the SayXchange participants returned from their exchanges in December 2010, they maintained that they:

• Became more tolerant to situations that are confusing and open to different interpretations
• Realised why stereotypes can by harmful and hurtful to others and themselves
• Would like to visit another southern African country again
• Have greater sympathy for the struggles of international students and immigrants as a result of their experiences
• Have a deeper understanding of the common problems and issues that confront all human beings
• Have a greater awareness of political, economical and social events occurring around the region
• Are aware that cultural changes can have unexpected outcomes
• Understand their own strengths and weaknesses
• Have a greater sense of responsibility for other people
• Have more respect and appreciation for their natural families
• Need fewer friends but more deeper friendships
• Have a greater appreciation for what they have