Buffalo & Dortmund - Event for interested host families

Event for interested host families

Invitation to all interested families!

Join us on December 4, 2025, at 6 pm at the Buffalo Yacht Club (1 Porter Ave, Buffalo, NY 14201) to learn more about the partnership between the sister cities Buffalo and Dortmund and our Buffalo–Dortmund student exchange programs.

To register, please send us an email at: buffalodortmundexchanges@gmail.com

A New Chapter for the Buffalo Dortmund Student Ambassador Program

After a decade of dedicated leadership, Lynn Engle is stepping down as the director of the Buffalo Dortmund Student Ambassador Program. Lynn’s journey with the program began as a participant herself, and her passion for cultural exchange transformed the program into a co-ed experience, enriching countless students‘ lives. Program Growth Under Lynn’s Guidance Under Lynn’s …

Article Host Families wanted

Buffalo-Dortmund Exchange Program: Host Families Needed!

For 45 years, the Buffalo-Dortmund sister city exchange has been bringing young people from both sides of the Atlantic closer together. Recently, 18 students from Dortmund arrived in Buffalo to immerse themselves in a three-month academic and cultural experience. This exchange program offers students a unique opportunity to explore new cultures, build lifelong friendships, and …