Fort Worth Youth Ambassadors
Open the door to the world and explore the history, languages, foods, traditions and arts of one of Fort Worth’s eight sister cities. Youth Ambassadors from 8 - 12th grades develop an understanding of a country’s culture and its traditions. At the same time they represent their family, city and country to the local schools, community centers and the sister city’s officials while learning the importance of global volunteerism by participating in community service projects during the exchange.
Congratulations to our 2012 Youth Ambassadors and Educators who will be traveling and broadening their horizons. Visit our city pages and keep an eye on our travel blogs to follow them along on their adventures.
Who is Eligible?
- Students from 8th to 12th grades with demonstrated leadership skills
- Experience and willingness to participate in community service / volunteerism activities
- Established academic accomplishments
- Ability to express ideas clearly both verbally and in writing
- Interest in international culture
What are the Benefits?
- Develop leadership skills by representing the City of Fort Worth and the United States.
- Learn diplomacy skills by visiting local schools, sharing our Texas culture and meeting local officials.
- An appreciation of volunteerism by participating in community service projects.
- Understanding of another culture by living with a host family.
- New friendships, expanding the potential for peace in the future.
Download the 2012 Teacher Recommendation Form
Download the Youth Scholarship Request Form 2011-2012
Official youth exchanges are fun and memorable as students make new friends across the globe while developing essential skills necessary to becoming successful in a global society. Knowledge of the country’s language is not a requirement for these exchanges, only the desire to understand and respect other cultures.
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