As a WorldChicago homestay host, you are able to build lifelong international relationships and deepen cross-cultural understanding for your family, the Chicago community, and the world. By opening your home to global guests, you are allowing the world to learn about American culture and the daily life of everyday Chicagoans.

What better way to connect with international visitors than through a meal? "Dinner Diplomacy", also known as home hospitality allows, you to make deeper connections by hosting an international delegation at your home for shared meal (Breakfast/Brunch/Lunch/Dinner).

Professional meetings and site visits with local Chicagoans and organizations help immerse our participants into the American landscape and allow for deeper understandings and connections. Given the wide breadth of varying program themes, WorldChicago welcomes content experts across different fields to connect with our participants and discuss topics of their choice. 

Professional Fellows are eager to learn about best practices and innovations in their industries here in the U.S. and Chicago. To maximize their time and growth during the Fellowship, participants are matched with a professional host based on their experience and industry.

Gain knowledge, insight, and skills that will make you an invaluable part of the local Chicago community and the next generation of global leaders by joining the WorldChicago Young Professionals Group.