EIL (Experiment in International Living) is a registered charity based in Malvern, Worcestershire and has existed in the UK since 1936. For over 75 years we have been working with people from different cultures, breaking down barriers to mutual understanding and increasing cultural awareness. We believe that by being together, learning together and living together we can create a more tolerant and understanding world and our mission is to bring people together to develop lasting understanding across communities, borders and ideological divides.

EIL is a member of a worldwide Federation with partners in 22 countries. Federation EIL is one of the oldest and most established hosting organisations in the world and was recognised in 1989 as a Peace Messenger organisation by the United Nations

Our diverse range of programmes are delivered in the UK, Europe and worldwide and include volunteering, individual homestays and group learning. All have one thing in common – Community. We are proud to work with all sectors of society and specialise in bringing different people together to learn from each other; whether disadvantaged young people from the UK, international volunteers or the former mayor of Preston!

Throughout all operations EIL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, learning and personal development of all individuals and expects all staff, partners and volunteers to share this commitment.