Youth Ambassadors Program – applications due!

The Youth Ambassadors Program with Canada is a fully-funded, 3-week exchange program to the United States, including a community homestay and visit to Washington, D.C. The U.S. Department of State provides funding and World Learning implements the exchange in partnership with the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Canada.

This year’s program runs from July 24, 2023, to August 1, 2023.

During the exchange, students (ages 15-18) will participate in activities that develop their leadership skills and explore themes of social inclusion. When they return home, they will implement a community service project under the guidance of the adult mentors and Youth Ambassadors Program staff.

The Youth Ambassadors Program particularly strives to ensure a diverse representation of Canada, including students from underrepresented groups, Indigenous Canadians, and new Canadians. The program also seeks to select students who have limited travel experience to the United States.

We also select two adult mentors to help guide the youth throughout the program. For adult mentors, this program is an opportunity for professional development. They will hone their own leadership and mentorship skills while benefitting from the cultural exchange. Adult mentors must demonstrate recent or current experience working with youth.

Applications for the Youth Ambassadors Program open on January 25, 2023, and close on March 1, 2023.