Get Involved
Membership in Southlake Sister Cities Association (SSC) lets you become involved with a vibrant group of individuals who are dedicated to building relationships between people of different cultures to develop mutual understanding. Your involvement will broaden your understanding of different cultures, international relationships and will give you the opportunity to meet many new friends. We strive to meet the mission of Sister Cities International – “Promote peace through mutual respect, understanding, & cooperation – one individual, one community at a time.”
General Benefits of Membership
- Opportunities for interaction with visiting delegations
- Opportunity to host international visitors
- Early notification of special events and opportunities exclusively for SSC members
- Involvement with the City of Southlake events and sponsorship
- Invitations to Southlake Sister Cities International events going on in Southlake and the surrounding areas
- Participation in Southlake Sister Cities committees
- e-Newsletters, featuring in-depth, members-only content on the latest developments in the Sister Cities community
- Youth volunteers learn valuable skills, and can grow their personal and professional support system
- Build strong connections with access to conferences and training
- participate in SCI Annual Conference and Leadership Meeting
- other training
Financial Benefits of Membership
- Discounts or free admission to all ticketed Sister Cities events (varies by event)
- Middle School Scholarships for Jr International Leadership Academy
- High School Senior Scholarships
- Student travel to Japan or China at very reasonable cost
- Full or partial Tax deduction supporting letter for membership fee
