International Ambassadors Program
The goal of the International Ambassadors Program (IAP) is to give students in Wards 7 & 8 an opportunity to develop an understanding and appreciation of international travel, art, and culture.
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Each of the Lockridge Ambassadors return to Washington, D.C. with not only an appreciation of African history, art, and culture, but also a desire to return to the continent to explore more about their heritage.
Madagascar
July 25 - August 5, 2024
Why Madagascar?
Lying off the southeastern coast of Africa, Madagascar is the world's fourth-largest island, the second-largest island country, and the 46th-largest country in the world. Its capital and largest city is Antananarivo.
The island's rich cultural heritage blends African, Asian, and Arab influences, offering a fascinating array of traditions, music, and historic sites.
Four amazing students (Lockridge International Ambassadors) from Wards 7 & 8 traveled to Madagascar and had the opportunity to visit with students their age, attend a cooking class, weave baskets, and visit a couple of national parks.
Benin, Africa
In July 2022, five Lockridge Student Ambassadors traveled to Benin, Africa. A primary focus is visiting countries that played a significant role in history with the African slave trade to America. In the future, however, travel may be expanded to include Central and South America as well.
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Among the Ambassadors' many adventures was a visit to a music studio where the Ambassadors created a song with local students, entitled Jetsetting to Benin. Listen below.
