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Inviting Youth 15 to18 Years To Apply for Partners of the Americas Youth Ambassadors Program 2012 Under the Distinguished Patronage of Her Excellency Ambassador Beatrice Wilkinson Welters Requirements: A lifetime of service begins with a three-week exchange to the United States of America • Enrolled in high school • Between the ages of 15 and 18 • Outstanding school record • From family with limited economic means • Display leadership qualities • Demonstrated interest in improving local community Core Program Activities: 6 Days in Washington D.C - Site Visits to US Organizations and Institutions • The Exchange Allows Youth To: • Engage with local government & organizations • Interact with their peers from other countries • Build relationships with host families • Participate in skills-based trainings •15 Days with Host Families attending: - Leadership in Action Workshops - Action Planning Workshops - High School, University or Technical Institute Visits - Service Learning Experience - Tours and Recreational Visits To Apply: Email us at partnerstt@gmail.com For more information, please visit the Partners of the Americas website www.partners.net, (Partners of the Americas - Trinidad Chapter) The Youth Ambassadors program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs and the United States Embassy of Trinidad and Tobago. The program is administered by Partners of the Americas and coordinated by Partners of America Trinidad Chapter. Deadline for Submission March 31st 2012 This Program has been approved by the Ministry of Education DESIGNED BY THE ART- get.the.art@gmail.com