States’ 4-H Summer Outbound programs provide American 4-H youth with the opportunity to travel to foreign countries for a cultural immersion experience. Outbound delegates live with volunteer host families* and engage in experiential learning about a new way of life. Delegates experience aspects of daily life that allow them to more deeply understand both their host culture and their own culture. Our network of like-minded international partners recruit host families and plan enrichment activities for the delegation.
All States’ 4-H Outbound delegates participate in pre-departure orientations and post-return departure debriefings held in the US. Delegations are accompanied on the international flights by adult chaperones who remain in-country to provide support during the exchange. Delegates attend an in-country orientation upon arrival and prior to departing for their host families. Some programs include a summer camp or language learning elements as well.
To learn more about our current programs, please visit the country-specific pages below or contact the 4-H program contact in your state. Questions? Email ob@states4h.org.