Domestic Programs

In addition to travel abroad programs, the programs below offer students more opportunities to explore global and multicultural themes within the city, state, or country.

 

Multicultural Alliance. Students from diverse backgrounds and experiences from DFW come together for a 5-day sleep away camp focusing on leadership and social change. For 10-12th grades (at time of application); advanced registration around May 1. Camp dates: late June; Cost: approx. $325 (financial aid available)

 

Fort Worth Sister Cities International 10-day day/residential program that connects international and local students to "design and implement leadership and cultural trainings at local Fort Worth community centers that will impact over 500 students of diverse and varied socioeconomic backgrounds." For 9-12th grade students at time of application; applications due in March (includes 2 Teacher Recommendations); program dates vary per year in mid-July; Cost: approx. $750

 

Join the Youth Board for Fort Worth Sister Cities International and get involved in their activities while meeting people from around the world. Excellent community service opportunities! To get involved on the Youth Board, check the FW Sister Cities calendar for open events for students.

 

Atlanta Institute for Diplomatic Leadership  Rising 11th and 12th grade students (current 10th/11th)

Summer workshops in Diplomacy and Leadership; Sustainability & the Environment; Navigating Modern Media; Peacebuilding; Political Engagement; Leadership in Medicine & Global Health (FREE & Virtual)