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Leadership development
Build confidence in communication, teamwork, public speaking, and diplomacy.
Aurora
Young
Ambassadors
Your city. Your voice. Your world.Applications open soon · 2026–27
Your city.Your voice.Your world.
A leadership and cultural exchange program for the next generation of Aurora changemakers.
Lead locally
Connect globally
Represent Aurora
AURORA → THE WORLD
More than a program.
A passport to possibility.
Build confidence, cross borders, and become the kind of leader who brings people together. Aurora Young Ambassadors turns our city’s diversity into friendship, leadership, and international experience.
See what’s possibleWHAT YOU’LL GAIN
Grow here.
Go anywhere.
Real skills, real relationships, and a much bigger view of what your future can hold.
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◎︎Cultural exchange
Discover new cultures and build meaningful friendships that cross borders.
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Global connections
Meet students from Aurora’s sister cities and international partner communities.
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Represent Aurora
Bring your perspective to local, national, and international programs and events.
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Youth delegations
Be considered for conferences, exchanges, and domestic or international travel.
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+Community engagement
Connect Aurora’s diverse communities through service, culture, and shared purpose.
A CITY MADE OF THE WORLD
See Aurora—
and yourself—
differently.
Aurora is one of Colorado’s most diverse cities. This program turns that diversity into leadership, friendship, and international experience.
Participants don’t just learn about the world.They represent Aurora in it.
YOUR YEAR OF YES
What could your year look like?
The 2026–27 cohort will grow through after-school sessions, civic experiences, international connections, and opportunities to step forward.
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After-school leadership development
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Cultural and international education
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Meetings with community and civic leaders
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Sister city activities and visiting delegations
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Public speaking and city representation
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Service, conferences, and delegation opportunities
Specific activities, exchanges, destinations, and travel opportunities may vary by cohort and are not guaranteed for every participant.
APPLICATIONS OPENING SOON
Be first.
Be ready.
If you’re an Aurora student interested in leadership, culture, travel, international friendship, or making a difference, this is your invitation to raise your hand.
2026
Aurora Young Ambassadors
Interest list
JOIN THE INTEREST LIST
Be the first to know.
Complete this short form and we’ll contact you when applications officially open.
AN INITIATIVE OF AURORA SISTER CITIES INTERNATIONAL
Aurora’s global connection.
The Aurora Young Ambassadors Program is an initiative of Aurora Sister Cities International, connecting residents, institutions, businesses, and young people with communities around the world through partnerships, cultural exchange, education, and engagement.
Learn about Aurora Sister Cities International