We inspire curiosity on global issues and forge connections that count through international exchange, sister cities relationships, and speaker programs.
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Connect
Our approach is centered around creating inclusive and accessible experiences that generate transformed leadership for youth, business and community leaders and educators - and a greater sense of belonging for all.
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Educate
Our programming is designed to foster global mindedness and global connectivity in Kentucky & Southern Indiana.
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Exchange
Network with up-and-coming leaders from around the world through our exchange program. Attend events locally and build relationships globally.
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Host International Visitors
From professional exchanges to home stays there are plenty of opportunities to connect with the world’s emerging leaders by serving as a host. This is citizen diplomacy at its best.
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Louisville Sister Cities
Our Sister Cities program helps create global connections and increase global trade. Kentucky has recently grown its share of global exports, exporting $40.2 billion in goods to foreign markets in 2023. In fact, international trade supports nearly 484,000 jobs in our state.
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Youth Programming
We help students to expand their world through a variety of our programs including the state-wide Academic WorldQuest™ Competition and the Hershberg Scholarship.
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Volunteer
From professional exchanges to homestays there are plenty of opportunities to connect with the world’s emerging leaders by serving as a host. This is a citizen diplomacy at its best.
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Latest News
Our National Partners
NEW World Talk Episode
We sit down with Xiao Yin Zhao, President of the World Affairs Council of Kentucky & S. Indiana, to talk about the history of Louisville's Sister City Mainz, Germany and her takeaways from a recent group visit.
DuPont Manual wins the Carlos and Malú Alvarez Academic WorldQuest™ National Competition in Washington, DC!