Do you have a question about International Youth Camp (IYC)? You might find the answer below.
Who is IYC for?
IYC welcomes youth aged 17 – 24 years from all over the world. Regardless of gender, race, orientation, or family background, if you feel an affinity to IYC, you are more than welcome. The language of the camp is English. If you don´t speak much before you come, you will by the time you leave.
When will registrations open?
Participant registration usually opens in the first two weeks of February. Until then, keep an eye on our website and Instagram.
When will the location be announced?
The country in which IYC takes place will be known when the registration opens. The exact location will be shared later on by the secretary in the itinerary sent to all participants via email.
I registered but did not get a confirmation email, what now?
If you applied but you have not heard back from us, please check your spam folder. Sometimes it happens that our email ends up in spam. For your participation to be valid, you need to confirm your spot according to the instructions the secretary sent to you (filling out the health form).
What is the method of placement for the camp?
Drawing period: everyone who registers in the first two weeks after the start of registration has the same chance of participating in IYC. Placement is determined by a drawing.
After the drawing period: registration is still possible; new registrations after the drawing period will be placed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Will I get my money back if I cancel the application?
Annulment of the application is possible until the 7th of May, with a charge of € 25,- administration fee. After this date, the participant has to pay the whole camp fee, or the participant needs to find someone who will take their place.
Are travel costs included in the camp fee?
No, travel costs are not included in the camp fee. The camp fee covers the activities and food during the camp. On arrival day, you travel to the indicated meeting point shared by the secretary in the itinerary sent to all participants via email.
Can I arrive late and/or leave early?
In short, no. Late arrivals and early departures are not possible. The camp starts at 14:00 on the arrival day and ends at 14:00 on the leaving day. It is possible to stay an extra night and help with breaking down the campsite. Arriving a day earlier is not possible.
I don’t have a tent. Can you provide me with one?
If you do not have a tent and/or cannot take one with you, get in touch with the other participants beforehand to see if anyone has a spare place. If this does not work, get in touch with the secretary. Usually, there is someone with a spot in their tent on arrival, but it is better to have an overview beforehand.
What is the connection between IYC and the Christian Community?
IYC is organised through the Christian Community. For this reason, a priest accompanies the camp. During the camp, services and a daily closing-of-the-day ceremony will be held. You can read more about this on the ‘Christian Community‘ page.
I’m not happy with a photo on the website or on social media. What can I do about it?
We try to select the photos for the IYC website and social media (Instagram) as carefully as possible. However, if you are not happy with a picture on the IYC website or social media, please contact the secretary. We will then discuss the best solution with you.
Whom do I contact if I have any other questions?
Please contact our Secretary: info@iycamp.com.