What We Do

High & Middle School Programs

We connect high school and middle school students with exchange programs across the world; providing opportunities to study, learn, and experience many countries cultures and environments.

Connecting Students & Educators

You might be a student, an educator, a sponsor, a donor; you have a great respect for the environment; a strong interest in diversity and global experiences; and support the exchange of culture, information, and growth through experiential learning.

Senegal & Vermont Exchange

Middle schools in Essex & Dakar and Morrisville & Fatick are paired for virtual exchanges, including pen pal connections, cultural comparisons, sustainability projects, and access to our private virtual platform.

Tottori / Vermont

Essex High School (USA) and Torisyo Commercial School (Japan) hold monthly themed Zoom exchanges with breakout discussions. Tottori Nishi High and Essex STEM Academy collaborate on spring science projects, while Young Tradition Vermont and Kurayoshi Higashi High plan a music video exchange.

Bhutan / Vermont Programs

Jakar Higher Secondary School (Bhutan) and Essex High School STEM Academy (USA) will collaborate on watershed studies starting March 2022.
student educational international program

Exchange Apprentiship Programs

We conduct exchange and apprenticeship programs for students across the world to foster learning, cultural appreciation, and open-mindedness. Our programs are for exceptional young people who are ready to enthusiastically embrace today’s challenges and improve our world together. If you are among these students, please explore!

Youth Green International

Youth Green International empowers young leaders through global environmental education, cultural exchange, and sustainability initiatives. Students collaborate on eco-projects, develop leadership skills, and connect with peers worldwide to drive positive environmental change.

virtual and in-person exchange

Our virtual and in-person exchange programs connect students and educators across cultures through collaborative learning, sustainability projects, and leadership development. Participants engage in hands-on experiences, discussions, and cultural exchanges, fostering global connections and environmental awareness.

Travel Opportunities Programs

Our travel opportunities offer students and educators immersive cultural and environmental experiences abroad. Participants engage in hands-on sustainability projects, leadership training, and cross-cultural learning, fostering global connections and real-world impact.