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Not for Profit Organization  501(c)(3)
Tax ID: 93-0906778

Medford Alba Sister Cities 2026–27 Student Exchange

SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS  don’t miss this life-changing opportunity--APPLY NOW!
Make friends, live with an Italian family, and experience the adventure of a lifetime!

What’s Included:
• Host an Italian student in your home for 2 weeks this September
• Travel to Alba, Italy and stay with your host family for 2 weeks in Spring 2027
• Build friendships, explore a new culture, and create unforgettable memories

Eligibility:
• Must be a junior or senior next school year
• Must live in Medford or attend a Medford high school

​Application deadline: Wednesday, April 29 at 11:59 PM
Interviews will be held in early May

​Group fundraising helps cover most of the travel costs
You do not need to speak Italian
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Over 60 Years & Going Strong!

History
Over 60 Years and Going Strong! In 1960, Medford, Oregon and Alba, Italy became Sister Cities in support of President Eisenhower’s “People to People” initiative. His vision was for global communities to join together to gain cultural understanding and establish friendships. Our two communities deeply honor this tradition and in 2020, we marked our 60th Year Anniversary -- a remarkable milestone that has impacted generations!

We support various projects to strengthen our community with our “sister” across the sea. 
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About Us
​Fostering Strong Relationships. The Medford Alba Sister City Committee is a member of Sister Cities International, which serves as a resource center and consultant for sister city programs throughout the United States. Medford's Committee is active in promoting and facilitating exchange programs between Alba and Medford, which continue to enhance our strong relationship. 

​Official correspondence, holiday greetings, and letters of introduction for persons visiting Alba are coordinated through the Mayor's Office.
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Bi-Annual Student Exchange
​Travel abroad, meet new friends, and experience 
life-changing adventures! Since 1985, the Medford Alba Student Exchange has been instrumental in strengthening the ties between our two cities. These journeys have been life changing to the outstanding students selected to participate. Some students have forged lifelong friendships that have brought together entire families. Almost all return with an increased sense of confidence, independence, and enthusiasm for future travel. ​
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​Sister Cities
​Alba and Medford shared some essential traits.  Both cities had nearly the same population and both were the centers of flourishing agricultural regions. Both cities enjoyed remarkably similar temperate climates due to their proximity to the sea. The two cities were similarly located in large river valleys surrounded by scenic foothills and the mountains beyond them. Their differences in language, culture and history were not barriers but gifts that they would come to share and appreciate.  
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Alba, Italy (August 2023)
​Medford Alba Sister City Association
​PO Box 8738
Medford, OR 97501
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Not for Profit Organization  501(c)(3)
Tax ID: 93-0906778​
We sincerely appreciate your contribution!