International Exchange Programs Traveling Live in a foreign country. The IFYE Ambassador program is a four to five week opportunity for young people ages 15-19 to experience living with host families in other countries. This program enables young people from around the United States to increase their global understanding and to improve their leadership and communication skills. Participants either explore the international aspects of their 4-H programs or concentrate on cultures as they live with host families and gain language ability. Available countries vary from year to year.
Participants live with one host family and do some group touring.
This program is coordinated by the University of Minnesota. The program is designed for 4-H alumni who are interested in an extended living experience for five or siz months in the host country. It provides young adults an opportunity to learn about and participate in4-H or similar youth programs abroad, improve language skills, and develop study interests. Academic credit may be arranged in advance with most colleges. A chaperon accompanies the group to and from Tokyo and is available for consultation during the stay.