The Kennedy-Lugar YES Abroad program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State offers American high school students and recent graduates full scholarships to study for one academic year in countries with significant Muslim populations. YES Abroad students serve as “youth ambassadors” of the United States, promoting mutual understanding by forming lasting relationships with their host families and communities. Participants live with a host family, attend a local high school, acquire leadership skills, and engage in activities to learn about the host country’s society and values; they also help educate others about American society and values. This video provides a glimpse of the YES’s impact.
