Faces of Exchange

Thank you for participating in our "Faces of Exchange" campaign!

We are looking for stories that showcase the impact exchanges have had on you.

Submissions can be from members of the Global Ties Network, government representatives, current or past exchange program participants, interpreters/liaisons working on international exchange programs, volunteers, and others who have interacted or been involved in international exchange programming.

Global Ties U.S reserves the right to edit submissions for content and clarity. Select photos and narratives will be displayed on Global Ties U.S. social media pages.

1. First and Last Name *This question is required.

2. Email Address *This question is required. This question requires a valid email address.

3. Affiliation (volunteer, program officer, participant, etc.) *This question is required.

4. Organization or Program *This question is required.

5. Does your organization have an Instagram account? If so, please share the handle:

6. If you would like to share your personal Instagram account, please provide the handle below:

Please upload a photo of yourself representative of your exchange experience below (click browse...upload from computer).

Examples of Acceptable Photos:
Individual photos or selfies
Community-specific images, ex. with U.S. landmarks, with hosts
Professional networking or meeting shots
Please keep in mind that we want to see YOUR face, not just a group shot!

Maximum file size is 10 MB.

7. Upload Photo Here *This question is required.

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8. Did you take this photo? *This question is required.

9. Please provide the name of the photographer

Your Story
In 100 to 200 words, please respond to one or a combination of the following prompts about your exchange story:
1. Please describe your experience with international exchanges. Is there a specific trip or moment that stands out to you?

2. How has working or participating in exchanges shaped or changed your worldview?

3. Describe the most meaningful exchange experience you've had.

4. When was the moment you knew you belonged in this field?

5. Where do you presume that the future of international education is heading? Where would you like to see international education in five to ten years?

9. Submit your story: *This question is required.

Terms and Conditions
In order to submit a photo and narrative, you must agree to the following:
By participating, you grant Global Ties U.S. and those authorized by Global Ties U.S. a royalty-free, perpetual, non-exclusive license to display, distribute, reproduce and create derivative works of the entries, in whole or in part, for any educational, promotional, publicity, exhibition, archival, scholarly and all other standard purposes. Global Ties U.S. will not be required to pay any additional consideration or seek any additional approval in connection with such uses. You must certify on the entry form that all photographed persons have given their approval for use and distribution of their image.

10. Check each box to indicate that you understand and agree to the above terms and conditions. *This question is required.

I have read and understand the above rules and regulations, consenting my submission to be used by Global Ties U.S., and each of my entries.
I warrant and represent that I have obtained authorization for these uses from all persons appearing in the photos containing their likenesses.

11. Do you agree to allow your photo and story to be used by Global Ties U.S. for purposes outside of International Education Week 2018? *This question is required.