Fort Worth Sister Cities International (FWCI) is a proud member of an international network of citizen diplomats from more than 500 communities, with over 2,000 partnerships in 145 countries around the globe. Fort Worth's continuously expanding international network now includes nine sister cities.
FWSCI is uniquely poised to give our local residents the ability to truly experience other cultures, whether at home or abroad. FWSCI is the only organization dedicated solely to promoting Fort Worth globally and enriching our community through international education, exchange and commerce. We provide a world of opportunities for our city leaders, citizens, educators, students and businesses alike.
We connect Fort Worth with the world by:
- Modeling culturally competent practices as an engaged, volunteer-driven organization
- Serving as an international relations resource to government, media, education, nonprofit and for-profit businesses
- Promoting peace and understanding through personal, intercultural relationships - locally and internationally
- Developing effective, trusted international business partnerships and lifelong friendships from our sister cities network
- Increasing cultural awareness and competency in citizens
- Training emerging global leaders
$25 |
Pays for one annual youth membership for the Fort Worth Youth International (FYI) Program |
$50 |
Helps cover the cost of supplies for a locally hosted cultural event |
$150 |
Pays for a week’s worth of cultural excursions to Fort Worth museums and exhibits for a visiting delegation member |
$300 |
Provides Junior International Leadership Academy (JILA) tuition for a middle school student |
$500 |
Sponsors training for two academic educators for the Global Academic Fellows Program |
$750 |
Funds the cost of providing cultural competency and unconscious bias training for FWISD students |
$1000 |
Covers cost of prizes awarded to Young Artist & Author winners: 10 total in traditional art, digital art, & poetry |
$2500 |
Provides a full scholarship for a youth global exchange |
At FWSCI, we believe thatF building trust on a global scale starts by fostering culturally competent citizens and communities. And that takes more than travel or education. It takes experience.
To promote Fort Worth globally and enrich our community through education, exchange and commerce, creating a more peaceful and prosperous world.
Organization name
Fort Worth Sister Cities International
Operating Budget
$1,000,000 - $2,999,999
Counties Served
Tarrant
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx, Native American, Other
Address
P. O. Box 17879