Category: Sister City Visitors

Teacher Workshop: Connecting Educators Around the World

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Connecting Educators from Around the World

Join Fort Worth Sister Cities International

and educators from Swaziland, Japan, Italy and Mexico for

conversations about how we can connect with each other

to improve global fluency for our students.

Mbabane, Swaziland – Nagaoka, Japan – Reggio Emilia, Italy – Toluca, Mexico

Wednesday, July 24th

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Fort Worth Country Day School – Martin Center

4200 Country Day Lane, Fort Worth 76109

Cost – $45 (pay at door)

Includes lunch, resources, one-year membership to Fort Worth Sister Cities International, program certificate and the opportunity to talk with fellow educators from around the world.

RSVP by Wednesday, July 17th

eva@fwsistercities.org or call 817.632.7100

No shows will be invoiced and seating is limited.

  • Participate in two breakout sessions
  • Learn about education in different countries
  • Hear how educators from other countries define global fluency
  • Connect and plan with educators from around the globe
  • Create lessons to enhance global fluency for you and your students
  • Make new and lasting friendships

2013-06-24 01:46

Teacher Workshop: Connecting Educators Around the World

Connecting Educators from Around the World

Join Fort Worth Sister Cities International

and educators from Swaziland, Japan, Italy and Mexico for

conversations about how we can connect with each other

to improve global fluency for our students.

Mbabane, Swaziland – Nagaoka, Japan – Reggio Emilia, Italy – Toluca, Mexico

Wednesday, July 24th

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Fort Worth Country Day School – Martin Center

4200 Country Day Lane, Fort Worth 76109

Cost – $45 (pay at door)

Includes lunch, resources, one-year membership to Fort Worth Sister Cities International, program certificate and the opportunity to talk with fellow educators from around the world.

RSVP by Wednesday, July 17th

eva@fwsistercities.org or call 817.632.7100

No shows will be invoiced and seating is limited.

  • Participate in two breakout sessions
  • Learn about education in different countries
  • Hear how educators from other countries define global fluency
  • Connect and plan with educators from around the globe
  • Create lessons to enhance global fluency for you and your students
  • Make new and lasting friendships

Fort Worth Sister Cities International has partnered with Blue Bridge International

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Fort Worth Sister Cities International has partnered with Blue Bridge International for the 2nd year and is welcoming an international intern from Nanjing, China to work on various international programs in our office July 22-August 16. Ms. Ring Tu just completed her Master’s degree in Media Management in the school of Communication at Hong Kong Baptist University. She is home hosted by volunteers with the Blue Bridge International program in Fort Worth.  Blue Bridge International is a student and professional cross cultural leadership development organization that provides programs designed for personal growth and development. Their  mission is to foster opportunity for this level of interchange through programs that are not focused on resume building or sight-seeing, but rather that challenge us to personally contribute to the positive change that occurs when we give, receive, learn, and develop friendships. We are excited to welcome her to our team.

2013-06-24 12:27

Fort Worth Sister Cities International has partnered with Blue Bridge International

Fort Worth Sister Cities International has partnered with Blue Bridge International for the 2nd year and is welcoming an international intern from Nanjing, China to work on various international programs in our office July 22-August 16. Ms. Ring Tu just completed her Master’s degree in Media Management in the school of Communication at Hong Kong Baptist University. She is home hosted by volunteers with the Blue Bridge International program in Fort Worth.  Blue Bridge International is a student and professional cross cultural leadership development organization that provides programs designed for personal growth and development. Their  mission is to foster opportunity for this level of interchange through programs that are not focused on resume building or sight-seeing, but rather that challenge us to personally contribute to the positive change that occurs when we give, receive, learn, and develop friendships. We are excited to welcome her to our team.

Fort Worth’s Fourth Partners with Fort Worth Sister Cities International

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Celebration of Fort Worth Sister Cities International 25th Anniversary with Nagaoka, Japan is guaranteed to be one of the largest and most unique shows in North Texas.

   

Fort Worth’s Fourth is presented by the Tarrant Regional Water District and produced by the Trinity River Vision Authority

What: The 2013 celebration is a very special occasion for Fort Worth. In honor of the 25th anniversary of Fort Worth Sister Cities International partnership with Nagaoka, Japan, half of the fireworks used in the show will be donated by the City of Nagaoka. This is very special as Nagaoka is known for producing some of the world’s most impressive fireworks and they’re ready to bring that legacy to Fort Worth. In addition to the fireworks donation, the Japanese half of the show will be set to music and choreographed by our Japanese friends. To learn more about what makes Nagaoka’s firework shows so unique, we recommend watching this video.  The second half of the show will have Texas style fireworks and is guaranteed to deliver even more special effects and surprises that last year! Nagaoka Mayor Mori, Fort Worth Mayor Price along with a large delegation from Japan, will be  joining the ceremony to re-affirm the 25 year old sister city partnership. Fort Worth’s Fourth is a free family event with activities, food and fun. Families can enjoy jet ski shows, live music from Downtown Fever and Petty Theft, tubing, bounce houses, mini golf, horseback rides, face paint and more.
When:    Thursday, July 4, 2013
Gates open at 2:00pm
Fireworks will start at approximately 9:30pm
 
Where:            Panther Island Pavilion
Preferred parking is in Panther Island Pavilion special events lot
395 Purcey St, Fort Worth, TX 76102
 
Who:       Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price
Nagaoka Mayor Tamio Mori
Large delegation from Nagaoka
More information is available on our website.
Media Contact:      Matt Oliver
Public Information Officer , Trinity River Vision Authority
Office: (817) 698-0700
Cell: (817) 709-5218
matt.oliver@trinityrivervision.org

2013-06-07 11:29

Fort Worth’s Fourth Partners with Fort Worth Sister Cities International

Celebration of Fort Worth Sister Cities International 25th Anniversary with Nagaoka, Japan is guaranteed to be one of the largest and most unique shows in North Texas.

   

Fort Worth’s Fourth is presented by the Tarrant Regional Water District and produced by the Trinity River Vision Authority

What: The 2013 celebration is a very special occasion for Fort Worth. In honor of the 25th anniversary of Fort Worth Sister Cities International partnership with Nagaoka, Japan, half of the fireworks used in the show will be donated by the City of Nagaoka. This is very special as Nagaoka is known for producing some of the world’s most impressive fireworks and they’re ready to bring that legacy to Fort Worth. In addition to the fireworks donation, the Japanese half of the show will be set to music and choreographed by our Japanese friends. To learn more about what makes Nagaoka’s firework shows so unique, we recommend watching this video.  The second half of the show will have Texas style fireworks and is guaranteed to deliver even more special effects and surprises that last year! Nagaoka Mayor Mori, Fort Worth Mayor Price along with a large delegation from Japan, will be  joining the ceremony to re-affirm the 25 year old sister city partnership. Fort Worth’s Fourth is a free family event with activities, food and fun. Families can enjoy jet ski shows, live music from Downtown Fever and Petty Theft, tubing, bounce houses, mini golf, horseback rides, face paint and more.
When:    Thursday, July 4, 2013
Gates open at 2:00pm
Fireworks will start at approximately 9:30pm
 
Where:            Panther Island Pavilion
Preferred parking is in Panther Island Pavilion special events lot
395 Purcey St, Fort Worth, TX 76102
 
Who:       Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price
Nagaoka Mayor Tamio Mori
Large delegation from Nagaoka
More information is available on our website.
Media Contact:      Matt Oliver
Public Information Officer , Trinity River Vision Authority
Office: (817) 698-0700
Cell: (817) 709-5218
matt.oliver@trinityrivervision.org

Celebrate the 4th of July with Fireworks from Nagaoka, Japan

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Join Fort Worth Sister Cities and the Trinity River Vision for the 6th Annual Fort Worth’s Fourth of July Festival and Fireworks show on the Trinity River.  In honor of the 25th anniversary celebration of the Sister Cities’ partnership between Fort Worth and Nagaoka, Japan, Nagaoka is providing one of the largest fireworks shows in the metroplex. Join us for this spectacular show and meet our friends from Nagaoka. Nagaoka Mayor Mori, along with a large delegation from Japan, will be  joining us at that time to re-affirm the 25 year old sister city partnership, as well as view the beautiful display of fireworks set to music and choreographed by our Japanese friends.  This will be an exciting time for all so join us on the river if you can.  It will be a magical evening of fireworks and Japanese performances. Fort Worth’s Fourth is a day of live music and free family activities along the Trinity River at Panther Island Pavilion.  Activities include tubing, jet ski shows, obstacle course, bounce houses and more. Last year over 35,000 people attended the event and attendance is expected to exceed 50,000 people this year.  The event is FREE admission and made possible by the generous support of the business community. For further information on the event, visit www.trinityrivervision.org/fortworthsfourth.

2013-05-20 08:36

Celebrate the 4th of July with Fireworks from Nagaoka, Japan

Join Fort Worth Sister Cities and the Trinity River Vision for the 6th Annual Fort Worth’s Fourth of July Festival and Fireworks show on the Trinity River.  In honor of the 25th anniversary celebration of the Sister Cities’ partnership between Fort Worth and Nagaoka, Japan, Nagaoka is providing one of the largest fireworks shows in the metroplex. Join us for this spectacular show and meet our friends from Nagaoka. Nagaoka Mayor Mori, along with a large delegation from Japan, will be  joining us at that time to re-affirm the 25 year old sister city partnership, as well as view the beautiful display of fireworks set to music and choreographed by our Japanese friends.  This will be an exciting time for all so join us on the river if you can.  It will be a magical evening of fireworks and Japanese performances. Fort Worth’s Fourth is a day of live music and free family activities along the Trinity River at Panther Island Pavilion.  Activities include tubing, jet ski shows, obstacle course, bounce houses and more. Last year over 35,000 people attended the event and attendance is expected to exceed 50,000 people this year.  The event is FREE admission and made possible by the generous support of the business community. For further information on the event, visit www.trinityrivervision.org/fortworthsfourth.

ARTES DE LA ROSA AND SISTER CITIES TEAM UP

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Fort Worth, TX—Sister Cities  Intern from Toluca, Mexico to Visit this Summer Gustavo Pereyra, an international theater arts student from Tec de Monterrey University in Toluca, Mexico,  will be interning  with the Artes de la Rosa staff this summer.  His main focus will be on the stage productions for the Artes de la Rosa summer program. Mr. Pereyra will report to the Director of Education, Yvonne Duque, and is being home hosted by Artes de la Rosa board members.  “Gustavo will be a welcome addition to our team and we look forward to having him on board this summer,” said Duque.  Fort Worth Sister Cities International is pleased to partner with Artes de la Rosa on this annual internship program beginning in May and running through August. Sister Cities internships are centered around international project management and provides students with hands on experience. Sister Cities has positions managing international projects and partners with other organizations such as Arts de la Rosa and the Convention and Visitors Bureau on specialized internships. Interns working on international exchange programs at the Sister Cities office this Spring include Katrina Elmasri, who just graduated from the University of North Texas; Christine He, who is from China and has served as an official interpreter for the Beijing Olympics; Larkin Churchill, Texas Christian University; Diana Muradyan, University of North Texas; and Ashton Myles, Tarrant County College. Toluca, Mexico is Fort Worth’s closest Sister City.   Signed in 1998, this partnership has      resulted in many programs such as: middle and high school-to-school partnerships including the Model U.N. program; municipal and economic forums; monarch butterfly  tourism exchanges; culture, language and mentoring programs; a medical school intern program and Fort Worth Police Department training exchanges.

2013-04-17 08:16

ARTES DE LA ROSA AND SISTER CITIES TEAM UP

Fort Worth, TX—Sister Cities  Intern from Toluca, Mexico to Visit this Summer Gustavo Pereyra, an international theater arts student from Tec de Monterrey University in Toluca, Mexico,  will be interning  with the Artes de la Rosa staff this summer.  His main focus will be on the stage productions for the Artes de la Rosa summer program. Mr. Pereyra will report to the Director of Education, Yvonne Duque, and is being home hosted by Artes de la Rosa board members.  “Gustavo will be a welcome addition to our team and we look forward to having him on board this summer,” said Duque.  Fort Worth Sister Cities International is pleased to partner with Artes de la Rosa on this annual internship program beginning in May and running through August. Sister Cities internships are centered around international project management and provides students with hands on experience. Sister Cities has positions managing international projects and partners with other organizations such as Arts de la Rosa and the Convention and Visitors Bureau on specialized internships. Interns working on international exchange programs at the Sister Cities office this Spring include Katrina Elmasri, who just graduated from the University of North Texas; Christine He, who is from China and has served as an official interpreter for the Beijing Olympics; Larkin Churchill, Texas Christian University; Diana Muradyan, University of North Texas; and Ashton Myles, Tarrant County College. Toluca, Mexico is Fort Worth’s closest Sister City.   Signed in 1998, this partnership has      resulted in many programs such as: middle and high school-to-school partnerships including the Model U.N. program; municipal and economic forums; monarch butterfly  tourism exchanges; culture, language and mentoring programs; a medical school intern program and Fort Worth Police Department training exchanges.

Mexican University Students Visit Area Engineering Companies

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Fort Worth, Texas — Sister Cities provides unique experience for students Engineer and Biotech Students at UTA Fort Worth Sister Cities has welcomed 14 engineering students and 2 educators from Toluca, Mexico’s Tec de Monterrey University March 23 — 30 for a unique engineering mentorship program.  Toluca has been Fort Worth’s sister city since 1998 and this is the 5th year of this engineering program. The students are visiting area corporations including Alcon Laboratories, BNSF Railways, Bell    Helicopter, Lockheed Martin, Botanical Research Institute of Texas, TCU, the UTA Robotics Institute and Formula One Race Car lab, Cowboys Stadium, UNT Health Science Center’s   Forensics department and Human Movement lab, Fort Worth Police Department Crime Lab, and DFW International Airport. There are two groups of students from Toluca experiencing separate but concurrent exchanges; students studying biotechnical engineering specifically and students studying all areas of engineering including automotive, mechanical, electrical and more. The students  are here to learn about possible careers they might chose in the field of  engineering, as well as enhancing their academic experiences, as this exchange is considered a special class project for each student. All students and educators will be home hosted by Fort Worth Sister Cities host families in order to give them a glimpse into American life.  While here they will also have an opportunity to explore cultural attractions and experience true Texas hospitality. Sister Cities thanks all the businesses, universities, and host families for their generosity and hospitality during this program.

2013-03-28 08:50

Mexican University Students Visit Area Engineering Companies

Fort Worth, Texas — Sister Cities provides unique experience for students Engineer and Biotech Students at UTA Fort Worth Sister Cities has welcomed 14 engineering students and 2 educators from Toluca, Mexico’s Tec de Monterrey University March 23 — 30 for a unique engineering mentorship program.  Toluca has been Fort Worth’s sister city since 1998 and this is the 5th year of this engineering program. The students are visiting area corporations including Alcon Laboratories, BNSF Railways, Bell    Helicopter, Lockheed Martin, Botanical Research Institute of Texas, TCU, the UTA Robotics Institute and Formula One Race Car lab, Cowboys Stadium, UNT Health Science Center’s   Forensics department and Human Movement lab, Fort Worth Police Department Crime Lab, and DFW International Airport. There are two groups of students from Toluca experiencing separate but concurrent exchanges; students studying biotechnical engineering specifically and students studying all areas of engineering including automotive, mechanical, electrical and more. The students  are here to learn about possible careers they might chose in the field of  engineering, as well as enhancing their academic experiences, as this exchange is considered a special class project for each student. All students and educators will be home hosted by Fort Worth Sister Cities host families in order to give them a glimpse into American life.  While here they will also have an opportunity to explore cultural attractions and experience true Texas hospitality. Sister Cities thanks all the businesses, universities, and host families for their generosity and hospitality during this program.

Arlington Heights High School hosting students from Trier, Germany

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German Sister City sending students to Fort Worth Fifteen high school students from Trier, Germany will spend two weeks hosted by Arlington Heights High School as part of the Sister Cities Ambassador School Program March 28 — April 13th. The goal of this exchange is to provide an international experience that will further inspire global understanding, provide an opportunity to share cultural heritage and traditions, learn about the U.S. educational system and gain a personal perspective of the United States by living with a host family in Fort Worth. The exchange begins by sharing the Easter weekend tradition with host families. The last two weeks will include the German students sharing their culture in various classes and club activities, as well as learning about Texas culture during local tours and site visits to the Stockyards, Amon Carter Museum and the Sid Richardson Museum. The students will also be hosted for a day by Leonard Middle School and Chisholm Trail High School who will be the Ambassador school for Trier in 2014. Several students from these schools will be traveling to Trier as part of the Sister Cities summer exchange program and will be home hosted while there. The students will conclude their stay in Fort Worth with knowledge of Texas history led by Arlington Heights German teacher Cody Cox who will lead them for a weekend trip to San Antonio. They will tour the Alamo and Institute of Texas Cultures and visit Sea World while there. They will also enjoy a boat ride along the San Antonio River.

2013-03-27 01:36

Arlington Heights High School hosting students from Trier, Germany

German Sister City sending students to Fort Worth Fifteen high school students from Trier, Germany will spend two weeks hosted by Arlington Heights High School as part of the Sister Cities Ambassador School Program March 28 — April 13th. The goal of this exchange is to provide an international experience that will further inspire global understanding, provide an opportunity to share cultural heritage and traditions, learn about the U.S. educational system and gain a personal perspective of the United States by living with a host family in Fort Worth. The exchange begins by sharing the Easter weekend tradition with host families. The last two weeks will include the German students sharing their culture in various classes and club activities, as well as learning about Texas culture during local tours and site visits to the Stockyards, Amon Carter Museum and the Sid Richardson Museum. The students will also be hosted for a day by Leonard Middle School and Chisholm Trail High School who will be the Ambassador school for Trier in 2014. Several students from these schools will be traveling to Trier as part of the Sister Cities summer exchange program and will be home hosted while there. The students will conclude their stay in Fort Worth with knowledge of Texas history led by Arlington Heights German teacher Cody Cox who will lead them for a weekend trip to San Antonio. They will tour the Alamo and Institute of Texas Cultures and visit Sea World while there. They will also enjoy a boat ride along the San Antonio River.

Welcome International Intern from Trier, Germany

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Fort Worth Sister Cities International is excited to partner with the Fort Worth Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) on a tourism internship for two weeks in April.  Alena Backes, from Fort Worth’s sister city of Trier, Germany, will be here April 4th-20th.  While here Alena  will work with Estela Martinez Stuart and Kayla Simpson in the tourism department of the CVB. Alena currently works in the city of Trier’s tourism office and is coming to Fort Worth to expand her international experience.  She will be working on translation services, reaching out to the German media, and assisting in welcoming guests in the Fort Worth Stockyards.  We know it will be a wonderful experience and we appreciate the CVB for providing this opportunity to her.   We also thank her wonderful host family for  opening their home to Alena.  They will not only show her our Texas hospitality but will gain a cultural perspective themselves. If you have a chance stop by the CVB and welcome Alena to Fort Worth.

2013-03-26 12:14

Welcome International Intern from Trier, Germany

Fort Worth Sister Cities International is excited to partner with the Fort Worth Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) on a tourism internship for two weeks in April.  Alena Backes, from Fort Worth’s sister city of Trier, Germany, will be here April 4th-20th.  While here Alena  will work with Estela Martinez Stuart and Kayla Simpson in the tourism department of the CVB. Alena currently works in the city of Trier’s tourism office and is coming to Fort Worth to expand her international experience.  She will be working on translation services, reaching out to the German media, and assisting in welcoming guests in the Fort Worth Stockyards.  We know it will be a wonderful experience and we appreciate the CVB for providing this opportunity to her.   We also thank her wonderful host family for  opening their home to Alena.  They will not only show her our Texas hospitality but will gain a cultural perspective themselves. If you have a chance stop by the CVB and welcome Alena to Fort Worth.

All Saints Episcopal School Hosts Students from Toluca, Mexico

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Mexican Sister City sending students to Fort Worth

Ten high school students from Toluca, Mexico’s Tec de Monterrey Multicultural Program will spend two weeks in Fort Worth hosted by All Saints Episcopal High School March 18-29. All Saints is one of several Ambassador Schools hosting student delegations from Fort Worth’s Sister Cities this year. The Toluca students will be immersed in a two-week program of academics and cultural immersion that will include classes in environmental science and world cultures, along with community service projects and tours of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas, Stockyards, Cowboys Stadium, Amon Carter Museum, Kimbell Art Museum and the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History. The Toluca students must complete an international exchange as part of their graduation credits and chose to visit Fort Worth. The goal of the exchange is to provide an international experience for the students that will inspire global understanding, as well as, an opportunity to share their cultural heritage and traditions with the student body at All Saints. The experience will also provide opportunities for the Toluca students to learn about the U.S. educational system and develop new friendships through a home hosted experience with Fort Worth families. Sister Cities will facilitate this exchange through its Ambassador School Program conducted with various high schools for a 2 to 3 week period. The participating Fort Worth schools support the requirements of the students through academic, entrepreneurial and institutional visits.

2013-02-25 01:00

All Saints Episcopal School Hosts Students from Toluca, Mexico

Mexican Sister City sending students to Fort Worth

Ten high school students from Toluca, Mexico’s Tec de Monterrey Multicultural Program will spend two weeks in Fort Worth hosted by All Saints Episcopal High School March 18-29. All Saints is one of several Ambassador Schools hosting student delegations from Fort Worth’s Sister Cities this year. The Toluca students will be immersed in a two-week program of academics and cultural immersion that will include classes in environmental science and world cultures, along with community service projects and tours of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas, Stockyards, Cowboys Stadium, Amon Carter Museum, Kimbell Art Museum and the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History. The Toluca students must complete an international exchange as part of their graduation credits and chose to visit Fort Worth. The goal of the exchange is to provide an international experience for the students that will inspire global understanding, as well as, an opportunity to share their cultural heritage and traditions with the student body at All Saints. The experience will also provide opportunities for the Toluca students to learn about the U.S. educational system and develop new friendships through a home hosted experience with Fort Worth families. Sister Cities will facilitate this exchange through its Ambassador School Program conducted with various high schools for a 2 to 3 week period. The participating Fort Worth schools support the requirements of the students through academic, entrepreneurial and institutional visits.

Calling High School Students for International Leadership Academy

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Fort Worth, Texas- Applications due February 25th This year’s International Leadership Academy (ILA), themed “The World in HD”, will be held on the TCU campus July 13-28. High school students (grades 9-12) are invited to attend. Applications are being accepted now through Feb. 25th and can be downloaded on the Fort Worth Sister Cities website at ILA. Participants will live on the TCU campus, and share a room with students from another country. They will attend classes that are designed to challenge stereotypes, highlight cultures, promote diplomatic dialogue and develop leadership skills. Activities will also include field trips to local museums, the Fort Worth Stockyards and a community service project. This unique youth leadership program promotes global understanding by building friendships and creating awareness of international issues. Since 1989, this award-winning program has brought young people from Fort Worth’s eight sister cities to the area for leadership training. Middle school students are invited to attend the Jr. International Leadership Academy July 8-12. Applications are also available online and will be accepted through April 23. Last year’s JILA included students from Iraq, sharing their cultures. A full description of ILA, along with application information, is available at ILA. For more information, individuals should contact Irene Chase, vice president at (817) 632-7101 or irene@fwsistercities.org.

2013-02-05 10:19

Calling High School Students for International Leadership Academy

Fort Worth, Texas- Applications due February 25th This year’s International Leadership Academy (ILA), themed “The World in HD”, will be held on the TCU campus July 13-28. High school students (grades 9-12) are invited to attend. Applications are being accepted now through Feb. 25th and can be downloaded on the Fort Worth Sister Cities website at ILA. Participants will live on the TCU campus, and share a room with students from another country. They will attend classes that are designed to challenge stereotypes, highlight cultures, promote diplomatic dialogue and develop leadership skills. Activities will also include field trips to local museums, the Fort Worth Stockyards and a community service project. This unique youth leadership program promotes global understanding by building friendships and creating awareness of international issues. Since 1989, this award-winning program has brought young people from Fort Worth’s eight sister cities to the area for leadership training. Middle school students are invited to attend the Jr. International Leadership Academy July 8-12. Applications are also available online and will be accepted through April 23. Last year’s JILA included students from Iraq, sharing their cultures. A full description of ILA, along with application information, is available at ILA. For more information, individuals should contact Irene Chase, vice president at (817) 632-7101 or irene@fwsistercities.org.