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Non-profit organization and U.S. State Department designated BridgeUSA J-1 program sponsor.

Over 60 years of experience building international friendship and cultural understanding through teaching exchange.

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This experience changed my life! Now, I have more dreams and some other goals. I'm so thankful for everything that I've learned. I want to continue growing as a human and as a teacher. The Amity program is one the best things that ever happened to me." - Michelle, 2018-2019 Intern

We have been working with Amity for several years. Learning about different cultures, communities, traditions, music, arts, dances and more, helps our students to see the world as a global place fostering diversity and respect. Having a second adult in the classroom helps our teachers to be able to have more individualized attention to students and work on small groups. Amity has been a wonderful organization to work with, reliable and accessible, bringing highly qualified young people to work in our school."- Maria Buceta Miller, Amity School Coordinator, John Stanford International School

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Welcome to our new teachers and interns for the 20 Welcome to our new teachers and interns for the 2026–2027 school year! We’re so excited to have you join the Amity community. 🎉 

Amity’s School Liaison Officer, Sue Gibbons-Bullock, had the opportunity to meet our new teachers in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in partnership with the Spanish Ministry of Education! 🇪🇸📚

We can’t wait to follow along on your journey and see all the amazing things you accomplish this year! 🌎💙

Please share your photos with us using #AmityInstitute2627 and #AmityInAction2627! 📸✨
Amity Institute is excited to begin welcoming our Amity Institute is excited to begin welcoming our participants for the 2026–2027 school year!

Yesterday, Amity teacher Mr. Francis Rodriguez arrived in the United States and shared some of his first impressions and emotions as he begins this exciting journey. We’re thrilled to have him here and look forward to following his experience throughout the year.

Have you recently arrived in the U.S. or have an upcoming flight? We’d love to celebrate your journey too! Tag us in your arrival photos or send us a private message, and you may be featured on our social media channels.

 
“Touchdown, USA! 🇺🇸✈️

Filled with excitement, gratitude, and a little bit of nervous energy as I begin my journey as a first-time J-1 teacher. This is more than just a new destination—it’s an opportunity to grow, learn, inspire, and make meaningful connections across cultures.

Ready to embrace new experiences, create lasting memories, and make a difference in the classroom. Here’s to new beginnings and an unforgettable teaching adventure! 🍎📚✨
 
Thank you Amity Institute for helping me make this journey possible.”

#J1 #BridgeUSA
“You know the SEF interns have become a part of “You know the SEF interns have become a part of our @edenprarieeagles community when the students dress up as them for “Dress like a teacher” day 🥰” 

This is so heartwarming to see - thank you for all that you do for our interns! 💙

Photo credits of @sef_spanisheducationfund
From classrooms to main streets, exchanges spark c From classrooms to main streets, exchanges spark connections that strengthen communities nationwide — empowering students, supporting local businesses, and building lifelong global ties.  Cross-cultural exchange opens doors to new ideas, new skills, and new understanding. 

Join us this summer to ensure they continue! 

#ExchangesAreAmerica #StrongerCommunities
Congratulations to Amity Intern, Blas Cabaleiro, f Congratulations to Amity Intern, Blas Cabaleiro, for being named this year’s Stowell Scholarship winner! 🥳🎉

This well-deserved recognition reflects Blas’ hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence both inside and outside the classroom.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate this milestone and can’t wait to see all that he accomplishes next.

Please join us in congratulating Blas on this outstanding achievement! 👏✨

A special thank you to our host schools for nominating their interns and for Sonia Sotomayor for surprising Blas! We could not do any of this without your support!
Congratulations to Amity Intern, Talyi Huby Mora, Congratulations to Amity Intern, Talyi Huby Mora, for receiving an award recognizing her professional contribution! 🎉

After the last day of school, Ms. Huby Mora shared a few reflections on her experience:

“The school presented me with a certificate in recognition of my professional contribution, and honestly, I couldn’t feel prouder of the work I’ve done throughout this year. It has been an intense experience, full of challenges, learning, and so much personal and professional growth.

I also want to thank Amity for giving me the opportunity to live such a unique and incredible experience, one that will always hold a very special place in my life.

I’m leaving with memories, people, and lessons that I will carry with me forever 🤍”

#j1 #bridgeusa
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