As the 13th-largest city in the United States – and one of the fastest-growing – Fort Worth must expand its global perspective to sustain success. Forming international relationships, fostering new business connections and promoting tourism and cross-cultural understanding are vital to seizing opportunities and overcoming challenges in a global era. We manage the City of Fort Worth’s eight sister
city relationships around the world – from Nagaoka, Japan, to Toluca, Mexico. We orchestrate internationally recognized inbound and outbound exchange programs; provide essential instruction for protocol and diplomacy; produce unparalleled youth and educator programs; and conduct exchanges to foster economic development and mutual respect. In an increasingly smaller world, Fort Worth Sister Cities plays a huge role in enhancing the image of our city abroad – helping to improve the lives of our citizens and enhance global opportunities for all. Led by a dedicated board of directors and with the help of more than 2,000 volunteers a year, Fort Worth Sister Cities has a long history of accomplishment – but we want to achieve even more. Our goals include:
• Establish a virtual Center for Global Relations
• Increase participation of Fort Worth youth
• Involve more citizens through hosting, educational seminars and events
• Expand international relationships that support economic development
• Enhance our current sister city relationships and identify new ones
Funding and in-kind support from the City of Fort Worth play a key role in our mission, but most of our work is made possible through the support of our members. This group is a thriving network of individuals, organizations, corporations and community leaders committed to expanding global relationships for peace and prosperity at home and abroad.
