Yokota and Wilhelm Fellowship

Yokota and Wilhelm Fellowship

Funder: Intrax Foundation (CA, US)

Mission: Create meaningful opportunities for students and teachers to engage in cross-cultural dialogue, expand their global perspectives, and cultivate relationships that transcend borders.

Program Description

The Yokota and Wilhelm Fellowship is a cultural exchange funding program open to both students and teachers seeking immersive cultural experiences. Participants will be awarded funding to participate in the cultural exchange program of their choice.

Eligibility

• Geographic scope: Open to individuals based anywhere in the world
• Target participants:
- Students eager to broaden their horizons - Educators passionate about global citizenship education - Both international and US-based applicants

Focus Areas

• Cultural exchange programs
• Cross-cultural dialogue
• Global perspectives
• International immersion experiences
• High school exchange programs
• Teacher exchange programs

Program Components

• Fellowship funding for cultural exchange participation
• Support for host family placements in the US
• Connection to AYUSA high school exchange program
• Opportunities for volunteers to serve as host families

Contact Information

Address: 455 Market St, Suite 1700, San Francisco, CA 94105

Organization Background

Intrax Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to facilitating cultural exchange and fostering understanding throughout the community. For more than 40 years, Intrax has been connecting families around the world with cultural exchange programs, including AYUSA (non-profit high school exchange program) and Intrax Education (international teacher placement).