NC 4-H International Exchange Programs

Today our final Outbound group arrived in South Korea! They will stay overnight in the Korea 4-H Center before meeting their host families and heading off into a fantastic month of cultural immersion. We're proud and excited for Emma, Lilly, and Chaperone Rob to represent NC 4-H abroad and experience all that South Korea has to offer!
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Stayed tuned for the announcement of 2027 Outbound Programs on Aug 1!


North Carolina 4-H Wake County 4-H States' 4-H International Exchange Programs

Over the past few days, more NC 4-Hers have arrived in Japan and Argentina for their 4-week Outbound Exchange programs! We're proud to have Jamey, Kate, and Natalie representing NC in Argentina, and how exciting for them and their host families to get to celebrate Argentina's national soccer team competing in the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup!

We're equally proud and excited for Josh, Anna, Adelaide, Koreigh, and Joannabella to represent NC in Japan over the next 4 weeks! They'll be immersing themselves in daily life with their host families, attending Labo and Lex summer camps, and getting to experience the rich history and culture of Japan!

Have an amazing time, everyone!



North Carolina 4-H Pitt County 4-H Orange County 4-H Polk County 4-H Wake County 4-H Avery County 4-H Youth Development Onslow County 4-H Bladen County 4-H Nash County 4-H States' 4-H International Exchange Programs

Our four Academic Year-long Exchange students for the 2025-2026 school year have departed the US to return home to Japan. It was hard to say goodbye after spending almost a whole year in NC with their host families, making friends at school, and building connections within the community. We wish them safe travels home, and hope they can meet their host families again in the future! They all have plans to carry what they learned into their future lives and careers, and we wish them all the best! Thank you for all the memories, Momo, Yuta, Kanon, and Maya!

States' 4-H International Exchange Programs North Carolina 4-H Brunswick County 4-H Pasquotank County 4-H Alleghany County 4-H Catawba County 4-H

🌏 OPEN YOUR HOME TO THE WORLD THIS SUMMER!🌏

North Carolina 4-H is looking for families located anywhere in the state to host Japanese youth delegates from July 24 to August 16! Bring a life-changing cultural immersion experience right to your living room.

🇺🇸 The Quick Details:
Who: Japanese middle and high school students.
When: July 24 – August 16 (3.5 weeks).
Where: Across North Carolina.
Goal: Share everyday American life and build global friendships.

❤️ Why Host?
No Travel Needed: Experience a new culture right from home.
Lifelong Bonds: Create a lasting connection with an international student.
Share NC Culture: Show off your favorite local spots, foods, and traditions.
Grow Together: Help your own children develop a broader worldview.

⏰ You do not need to be currently involved in 4-H to host. Any welcoming household can apply.
👉 Take the first step today! Click the link below to apply or get more details.
https://nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/youth/nc-4-h-international-exchange-program/

NC 4-H International Exchange Programs - North Carolina 4-H | NC State Extension NC 4-H International Programs offer youth opportunities for cultural exchange and global learning through travel, hosting, and partnerships, building leadership skills and a broader understanding of cultures worldwide.