A life-changing international experience. This week-long exchange program immerses high-school students in another culture. Students travel between Dallas/Fort Worth and Sendai in alternating years, staying with a host family and engaging in leadership, service, and cultural activities. The program cultivates young leaders in both cities — future stewards of the U.S.-Japan relationship.
Students: Travel to Sendai
POSTPONED TO 2022
Be a leader. Be a world traveler. Be a Young Ambassador.
The one-week program includes:
- Homestay with a Sendai family
- Local school visits
- Interaction with city officials
- Volunteer activities
- Tour of famous Sendai locations
- Airfare and all ground transportation in Japan
Eligibility
Applicant must be:
- Dallas/Fort Worth area high school student (in grades 9-11)
- U.S. citizen
Students will be selected based on their ability to be good ambassadors. Applicants should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, leadership ability, community involvement, international interest, and an open-minded attitude.
Timeline
Mid February – March
Application window
March
Interviews and final selection
April – June
Orientations and workshops
June – July
Young Ambassadors travel to Sendai
Families: Host a Sendai Student
August 7-14, 2019: Next Opportunity – Summer 2021
Open your heart and home to a Japanese teenager! Young Ambassadors from Sendai rely on the hospitality of host families during their one-week stay in Dallas/Fort Worth.
- Share family life and local culture with your guest
- Contribute to the U.S.-Japan relationship on a grassroots level
- Make a new friend for life
Host Responsibilities
Japan-America Society asks each host family to:
- Provide lodging and some meals
- Provide some local transportation
- Attend the farewell party
- Show your student true Texas hospitality!
We will arrange sightseeing activities for guests during the day on weekdays. Host siblings are encouraged to join in!
Timeline
January-April
Application window
May
Home visits and selection
June
Young Ambassadors announced
July
Host family orientation
August
Young Ambassadors travel to Dallas