Overview
U.S. Embassy Saudi Arabia offers Sports Diplomacy programs and exchange opportunities to enhance professional development through the universal passion for sports, to empower marginalized communities, and to engage emerging and established leaders.
If you have any questions about the exchange programs below, please contact:
- U.S. Embassy Riyadh Cultural Affairs Office: 011-835-4000 ext. 4778
- U.S. Consulate Jeddah Cultural Affairs Office: 012-220-5000 ext. 3095
- U.S. Consulate Dhahran Cultural Affairs Office: 013-839-5700 ext. 25850 / 25802
SPORT FOR COMMUNITY: GLOBAL SPORTS MENTORING PROGRAM
Sport for Community: Global Sports Mentoring Program (S4C) promotes access and opportunity for people with disabilities through sport. S4C is a month-long, immersive mentorship where international emerging leaders working in disability/adapted sports are matched with leading professionals from some of America’s top organizations in this field.
TIMELINE: The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh or Consulates in Dhahran and Jeddah are responsible for nominating participants. Nominations are typically due in early December.
SPORT FOR COMMUNITY: ESPNW GLOBAL WOMEN'S SPORTS MENTORING
U.S. Department of State and ESPN/W Global Sports Mentoring Program, the flagship component of the Empowering Women and Girls through Sports Initiative, pairs emerging women leaders from around the world with top American female executives in the sports industry. TIMELINE: The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh or Consulates in Dhahran and Jeddah are responsible for nominating participants. Nominations are typically due in early June.
SPORTS ENVOY PROGRAM
The Sports Envoy Program is comprised of elite American athletes, coaches, and educators who travel abroad on short-term (7-10 day) sports exchanges. Sports Envoy programs are designed to reach underserved communities, inspire youth and coaches alike, with stories of resilience, teamwork, and education. Sports Envoys lead sports clinics, speak at universities, and meet with senior level officials to discuss the role of sport in improving individual lives and transforming societies. U.S. Embassy Saudi Arabia partners with Saudi NGOs, universities, sports leagues, and government entities to tackle community challenges using the universal language of sport to change lives, transform communities, and inspire the world.
