- Program 02
International Exchange
International Exchange connects communities and institutions in Brasil and the United States through shared learning and collaboration.
About the program
International Exchange builds connections between Brasil and the United States through learning across cultures and communities. We approach exchange as a reciprocal experience, recognizing that every participant and host brings valuable knowledge, practices, and perspectives.
We develop opportunities with educational institutions, community organizations, and professional partners in both countries. Exchanges may include study visits, workshops, and collaborative projects in areas such as public health, sustainability, and education. Destinations, duration, hosts, and participation requirements will be announced for each opportunity.
Participants gain new perspectives, practical knowledge, and relationships that support continued collaboration. Host communities help shape the experience and share in its learning, creating opportunities to address common challenges through mutual respect and shared inquiry.
AT A GLANCE
WHO IT'S FOR
Higher education students, educators, researchers, professionals, and community leaders
FORMAT
Varies by exchange: in person, online, or hybrid
WHERE
Different Locations in Brasil
WHEN
Brasil and the United States
COST
Fees and any available financial support announced for each exchange
What we do through the exchange
Cultural exchanges
Connecting people through arts, traditions, and everyday experiences in Brasil and the United States.
Host partnerships
Working with local institutions and organizations to shape meaningful, reciprocal exchanges.
Travel & Study visits
Learning from educational, public health, and sustainability practices through guided visits.
Community projects
Collaborating with host communities on projects shaped by local priorities and shared learning.
Brasilians Who Inspire Us
It was by confronting what was different from myself that I more readily discovered my own identity.”
Paulo Freire, in Por uma pedagogia da pergunta, with Antonio Faundez (1985). Translated from Portuguese.
© Slobodan Dimitro / CC BY-SA 3.0
How To Take Part
Learn about the program
If you have the interest in knowing more about our 4-year framework and strategic plan, make sure to reach out.
Register or apply
If you want to register for future events and apply to be part of one of the programs, fill out this form.
Join the program
Our work depends on networking and the engagement of people. Be a volunteer, a mentor or a partner.
Moments from the program
Events and recordings
Questions about the program
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Our team is happy to help.
Who can join the International Exchange?
Higher education students, educators, researchers, professionals, and community leaders may participate. Eligibility, including age, language, and experience requirements, varies by exchange.
How long does an exchange last?
Duration depends on the opportunity. Each announcement will include dates, schedules, and the expected time commitment.
What does it cost, and is support available?
Costs vary by exchange. Fees, included expenses, and any available scholarships or financial support will be listed before applications open.
Can organizations host or partner on an exchange?
Yes. We welcome institutions and community organizations interested in hosting participants or developing shared activities. Contact contact@terrabrasilis.org.
Do I need a visa or travel documents?
Requirements depend on your nationality, destination, and planned activities. Before arranging travel, confirm passport and visa requirements with the relevant consulate or official government website.
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DONATE
Support International Exchange
When you support Terra Brasilis, you become part of the work we are building. Your gift helps make that work possible.
PARTNER
Collaborate with us
Partner with us to bring public talks, workshops, and educational resources to wider audiences.
We welcome organizations and sponsors committed to shared learning, human dignity, and meaningful community engagement.
Terra Brasilis Institute is a nonprofit educational and charitable organization organized and operated exclusively for purposes consistent with Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.