Exchange Programs
Emerging global leaders from Eastern Europe, female entrepreneurs from sub-Saharan Africa, and innovative business leaders from Southeast Asia. Our Professional Exchanges program brings them all to Kentucky to hone their skills! Learn from these international visitors and help welcome them to our state by becoming a citizen diplomat.
Professional Exchange
World Affairs Council of Kentucky designs and implements several professional exchange programs each year, giving participants the opportunity to work with local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and governmental offices. Our international exchanges work alongside their American counterparts, learning best practices and developing their professional networks. Host organizations are able to expand their international reach and cultural competency while benefiting from the professional experience of the hosted fellows at no cost to their organization.
Youth Exchange
Youth Leadership Programs foster mutual understanding, respect, and civic engagement among international youth and their American peers.
During the exchanges, international students and educators participate in workshops, community service activities, team building exercises, meetings with community leaders, leadership development, and live with American families. Students work independently, or in groups, on community projects that they will implement in their home countries upon returning.
Youth exchanges are typically 1.5 – 2 weeks in duration and students are always hosted by incredible volunteer host families! The majority of Youth Exchanges that World Affairs Council hosts are sponsored and funded by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). If you are interested in becoming a host family, see more info below or reach out to toree.doll@worldkentucky.org.