APCC International Exchange Program for High School Students
We are looking for high school students to participate in our international exchange program!
Gathering from all over the world
A summer spent meeting peace ambassadors
◎ Peace Ambassadors from about 20 countries and regions, experiences you can't have at school*Active learning in English with people (aged 18-26 this year)!
◎Develop a global perspective, communication skills, critical thinking, and expressive abilities through games and discussions in English.
◎ APCC is unique in that you can learn about approximately 20 countries and regions at once! Enjoy different cultures.
*Peace Ambassadors are next-generation leaders who came to Fukuoka at the age of 11 as APCC Children's Ambassadors and have since been active in peace and friendship activities at BRIDGE CLUB in their home countries.
▶Click here for more information about BRIDGE CLUB
Event Overview
Date and time: Saturday, July 18, 2026 13:00-15:30
Venue: Teruha Sekisui Arena (Fukuoka City General Gymnasium) Training Room
*For venue access informationClick here
Target audience: High school students in Fukuoka Prefecture (50 participants)
Participation fee: 2,000 yen (tax included)
Application deadline: Monday, June 15, 2026, 18:00
■Program details for the day (tentative)
[Experience games from around the world]
Team up with the Peace Ambassadors and head to the APCC Festival venue next door! Experience games from around the world introduced by approximately 200 child ambassadors from 33 countries and regions. Interact with the Peace Ambassadors while having fun.
[Workshop]
Theme: My Life Ticket ~ From the past to the future ~
- Divided into mixed groups of Peace Ambassadors and high school students for discussion.
- Self-introduction while reflecting on the past
Let's talk about our dreams while imagining the future.
■ About English proficiency
The program will primarily be conducted in English, but your current English proficiency is not required.
After your participation is confirmed, you will receive a short "pre-assignment" to help you prepare a self-introduction and express your thoughts in English.
What's important is the willingness to try using the English you've learned at school. On the day of the event, our Peace Ambassadors will support your desire to communicate. We look forward to applications from high school students who want to challenge themselves in communication!
Before applying, please be sure to review the "Application Guidelines" completely with your parent or guardian, and then apply using the button below.
■Recruitment overview
1. Application Requirements
- Applicants must be high school students residing in Fukuoka Prefecture.
- Health Management: Refreshments (snacks, etc.) will be provided on the day. Please use your own judgment and make arrangements if you have allergies or require special health considerations.
- Parental consent is required before participating.
- After your participation is confirmed, the deadline (July 3, 2026You must be able to transfer the participation fee (2,000 yen) by [date].
2. Cancellation Policy
After participation is confirmed, the participant's circumstances (Including injuries and illnessesIf you cancel using the following method, the following cancellation fees will apply.
| Until Friday, July 3, 2026 | Cancellation fee 1,000 yen |
| From July 4th (Saturday) onwards | Cancellation fee Full amount (2,000 yen) |
- The participant will be responsible for any bank transfer fees incurred for the refund.
- Cancellations must be made during office hours.Phone and email, both are essential.Please contact us at [email address].
3. Consent regarding photography and videography
Photos and videos taken on the day may be used for the following promotional activities and media outlets. Please be aware of this before applying.
- APCC's official website and various social media accounts
- Newsletters, public relations magazines, and activity reports
- Television, newspapers, and other news media
4. Notification of Selection Results
If there are many applicants, we will select candidates based on the information they provide.
- Notification period: Around late June 2026
- Notification method: Sent to all applicants via email.
*If you do not receive the email, please also check your spam folder.
Application Deadline
Until 6 PM on Monday, June 15th
International exchange program for high school students
↓Click here to apply↓
A Google account is required to apply, so please prepare one in advance if you do not already have one. (Reference:How to create a Google account)