Fort Worth Youth International

Explore international cultures without leaving Fort Worth!

Under the umbrella organization of Fort Worth Sister Cities, local youth are invited to join this international awareness organization that provides area youth in middle and high schools the opportunity to develop international leadership skills and a unique appreciation of cultures. Youth meet during the school year in specially planned activities that focus on international awareness.

Fort Worth Youth  (6th-12th grade) meet and learn about the cultures and customs of our eight sister cities, work together to host events for visiting international youth and guests and develop leadership skills in an educational environment that is fun and relevant to strengthening global awareness.  Fort Worth Youth International ( FYI) also promotes local and international community service projects and raises scholarship money for Fort Worth students to participate in official exchanges to our sister cities.

You and your friends are invited to join FYI for the Food Festival A Taste of the World! on Sunday, October 9th from 3 pm to 4:30 pm at the UNT Health Science Center Atrium. Download the FYI flyer.

Who is Eligible?

Students from 6th to 12th grade with…

  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Experience with and desire to participate in community service / volunteerism activities
  • Established academic accomplishment
  • Ability to express ideas clearly both verbally and in writing
  • Interest in international culture

What is the Benefit?

  • Leadership skills from representing the City of Fort Worth and the United States.
  • Opportunity to travel to one of Fort Worth’s sister cities as a Fort Worth Youth Ambassador
  • Citizen diplomacy skills from sharing our Texas culture and interacting with local and international officials.
  • Opportunity to serve as a FYI officer gaining leadership and communication skills.
  • Experience in global volunteerism from assisting visitors in community service projects.
  • Appreciation of other cultures fromhosting students in your home.
  • New friendships, expanding the potential for peace in the future.

Apply Now 

or download the FYI Flyer with Calendar for 2011-2012