The YES marks the end of the exchange year and the return home for all students. While it is a fun experience, at the same time students cope with conflicting feelings related to the fact that their lives are changing again. Leaving their host-family, friends and classmates to return home to one’s “old life” is not easy. Volunteers might also be in an emotional state, since balancing task-rest balance and wanting to perfect all tasks they are responsible for can pay its toll. 

The YES itself can trigger special and sometimes difficult dynamics. Counsellors are there to listen to the students and volunteers, talk to them, and help them deal with any issues they are facing as well as with their feelings. They keep an eye on all participants, talk to them about their challenges, and follow up until the end of the seminar. Counsellors work with other team members to ensure the well-being of all the students and volunteers at the YES.