Youth Exchange

Youth Leadership Programs foster mutual understanding, respect, and civic engagement among international youth and their American peers.

During the exchanges, international students and educators participate in workshops, community service activities, team building exercises, meetings with community leaders, leadership development, and live with American families. Students work independently, or in groups, on community projects that they will implement in their home countries upon returning.

The majority of Youth Exchanges that World Affairs Council hosts are sponsored and funded by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA)

Youth exchanges are typically 1.5 – 2 weeks in duration and students are always hosted by incredible volunteer host families!

If you are interested in becoming a host family, see more info below or email Exchange Manager to Toree Doll, toree.doll@worldkentucky.org.

Youth Exchange FAQs

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Want to learn more?

Email Exchange Program Manager, Toree Doll, toree.doll@worldkentucky.org