Bridging youth.
Connecting cultures.

Education, innovation, culture, and meaningful exchange between young people in the United States and China.

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FutureBridge exchange participants together on the Great Wall

Experience China through people, culture, and connection. We create meaningful exchange programs that help participants from the United States explore China firsthand.

Our story
Hands learning a traditional craft together

Culture is
something we share.

Learning to make dumplings together during a FutureBridge exchange

Cultural immersion

Discovering the cultural heritage of Beijing together

Cultural heritage. Heritage dialogue.

Upcoming exchanges in China.
Choose a destination to explore.

Shenzen skyline at dusk

November 23–29, 2026

Explore Shenzen

All past journeys
Beijing: destination and cultural exchange

Beijing

September 3–7, 2026

Four days of technology visits, youth entrepreneurship, roundtable dialogue, cultural exploration and sports technology in Beijing.

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Beijing & Jiangsu: destination and cultural exchange

Beijing & Jiangsu

July 13–21, 2026

A nine-day exchange itinerary connecting robotics, artificial intelligence, scientific research, cultural heritage and youth dialogue.

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Participants exchanging ideas in conversation

Different worlds.
Common ground.

Learning through a traditional craft activity

Cultural immersion

Ready for the journey?

Participants must hold a valid US passport and maintain U.S. citizen status to be eligible for international travel within our exchange programs. We seek individuals with a genuine commitment to cultural dialogue and an active interest in collaborative group engagement.

Application information

Eligibility

Open to eligible U.S.-based students, educators, researchers, young professionals, and other participants who are interested in cultural exchange and international travel. Program-specific requirements may vary.

Program Support

Selected participants may receive support for airfare, lodging, meals, local transportation, program activities, university visits, and cultural experiences. Exact inclusions vary by trip.

Travel Readiness

Participants should have a valid US passport and be prepared to complete any application, and travel documents. Full participation in scheduled program activities is expected.

Come with curiosity.

Education, innovation, culture, and meaningful exchange between young people in the United States and China.

A traditional craft activity during a previous exchange

Let’s make a connection.

Choose your exchange and take the first step.

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