Global Youth Leaders Summer 2019 Dates Announced! Do you know a student age 13-15 who is interested in growing their leadership skills, learning about travel, global business, immigration or international diplomacy? Aurora Sister Cities International is excited to announce that we have two cohorts of summer programs again this year: June 3-7 or July 8-12. We take students on a fun and exciting journey using interactive activities to teach students a set of global competencies including character, citizenship, communication, creative and culture! There is even a chance for outstanding students to continue their developing skills by becoming Aurora Global Youth … Read More

Join Aurora Sister Cities International for our 2nd Annual Winter Celebration & Fundraiser!  This year we’ll be showcasing Ethiopian coffee, Pan-Pacific and Ethiopian food tastings, Japanese and Korean soju samples, a sake barrel ceremony, Salvadorian sweet beverages and fabulous silent auction items!  Silent auction items include Colorado Nuggets tickets & parking, hotel stays, luxurious spa baskets, wine and much more! Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students.  Purchase your tickets or donate here! Location: Aurora History Museum- 15051 E. Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80012 Time: 5pm to 8pm

Deadline to apply: March 8, 2019. The Pacific Rim Cultural Exchange and Aurora Sister Cities International invite Aurora and metro-area high school students to apply to participate in a 6-day cultural experience and history program in Hiroshima, Japan.  Deadline to apply is Friday March 8th, 2019. In partnership with The Pacific Rim Cultural Exchange Program, Aurora Sister Cities International invites you to apply for a unique travel opportunity to Japan!  High School students (grades 9th through 12th) are eligible to join this cultural and historical tour in Hiroshima, Japan which will expose them to the Japanese language, culture and history.  … Read More

This year’s Sister Cities International’s Young Artists and Authors Showcase theme asks students to explore these questions by highlighting citizen diplomacy and the creative ways that peace can be created through people-to-people interaction. Resilience refers to how well an individual or community can prepare for adversity or challenges.  How can future global leaders prepare their communities to respond to the global challenges of the 21st century?  How does international experience affect an individual or community’s ability to adapt?  What are examples of resilience in a global context? Students and member cities should send their art and/or literature, along with their corresponding completed … Read More

The Pacific Rim Cultural Exchange and Aurora Sister Cities International invite Aurora and metro-area high school students to apply to participate in a 6-day cultural experience and history program in Hiroshima, Japan.  Deadline to apply is Friday March 8th, 2019. In partnership with The Pacific Rim Cultural Exchange Program, Aurora Sister Cities International invites you to apply for a unique travel opportunity to Japan!  High School students (grades 9th through 12th) are eligible to join this cultural and historical tour in Hiroshima, Japan which will expose them to the Japanese language, culture and history.  Students will travel with a group … Read More

Global Navigation Scholarships can cover up to 100% of the costs to spend a summer abroad through the CIEE (Council On International Educational Exchange).  Spend the 2019 summer soaking up a new culture to boost your language skills, or join a local non-profit to focus on global issues such as youth empowerment, social justice, or environmental issues or pursue your passion for business, science or the arts!  The final application deadline for the CIEE High School Global Navigation Summer Abroad program is coming up so apply by February 8th, 2019 for the opportunity to travel and receive scholarship funds. Global … Read More

Aurora Mayor, Bob LeGare, signed the Aurora Colorado Proclamation acknowledging the integral role the Korean American community has been in helping expand Aurora’s businesses and contributions to the diversity and culture of Aurora.   Mayor LeGare proclaimed January 13th, 2019 as Korean American Day. According to the Korea Economic Institute of America, “Korean American Day honors the contributions of the Korean American community to the United States and commemorates the arrival of the first Korean immigrants on January 13, 1903.”  The National Day Calendar explains that “in 1882, the United States and Korea signed a treaty establishing a relationship peace, friendship and … Read More

Aurora is the most diverse city in state of Colorado and recognized nationally for being one of the most integrated cities in the nation.  With the many cultures that make up our beautiful city, the City of Aurora presents this video showcasing how our community members express their holiday greetings.  Happy Holidays to you all!

On Saturday, December 8th, 20 ASCI Global Youth Leaders and 7 parents helped Aurora Warms the Night with the following projects: Move 50 sets of furniture (one set included a bed, mattress, dresser, night stand, safe, lamp and headboard) down one to two flights of stairs and into sleeping cubicles. Assemble beds. Move staff desks, filing cabinets, and furniture into offices. Move and arrange furniture in community living spaces. Interacted with individuals experiencing homelessness who will be moving into the facility today! Due to the efforts of these amazing youth and parents, we helped Aurora Warms the Night’s new program, Ready … Read More

The city of Aurora has updated their Yum Aurora: Ethnic and Independent Eats and Drinks Guide!  If you crave it you can find it here in Aurora, the state’s most diverse city.  Celebrate our wonderful and distinct city and eat local!  From African to Russian to Korean, you can find it here in Aurora.  With the Yum Aurora Guide, you can try a new dish every day this year! Click Here for the interactive map or pick up a copy of the guide at the Aurora History Museum or Aurora Fox Art Center.  If you are a local and independent restaurant … Read More

Global Navigation Scholarships can cover up to 100% of the costs to spend a summer abroad through the CIEE (Council On International Educational Exchange).  Spend the 2019 summer soaking up a new culture to boost your language skills, or join a local non-profit to focus on global issues such as youth empowerment, social justice, or environmental issues or pursue your passion for business, science or the arts!  With many options available, visit  CIEE’s website today and apply before November 30th for your chance for a scholarship!  See the attached flyer to learn more or contact 866-583-0332 or hsabroad@ciee.org.

ASCI’s Global Youth Leaders met for an afternoon of team building at Colorado Adventure Point. Archery, climbing and other exciting group activities encouraged communication, creativity and enhanced leadership skills. The Global Youth Leaders meet regularly and our next activity will be volunteering at an Aurora nonprofit helping others prepare for the winter season. Want to learn more about the Global Youth Leaders Program and opportunities to travel? Email Jana Clark at jclark@auroragov.org or visit our website today! We want to thank the Colorado Adventure Point for hosting the Global Youth Leaders and for providing leadership skills, confidence building and youth … Read More

Aurora City Council has approved our proposed first new sister city with Adama, Ethiopia. We kick off this exciting new initiative in August when we welcome a delegation from Adama when we will host an official signing ceremony on stage during Global Fest on August 23. Now is the time to join and become involved in this exciting new venture! The Adama Sister City committee will continue to meet monthly to develop the strategies and planning for Aurora’s first new sister city! Check it out on The Aurora Channel (5:22)  ►