06/15/2026
The goal of Sister Cities International is to promote peace, cultural understanding, and international cooperation by creating long-term partnerships between cities in different countries.
Founded by Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956, the organisation believes that people-to-people connections can help build a more peaceful world.
Its main objectives include:
* 🌎 Fostering international friendships and mutual understanding between communities.
* 🎓 Supporting educational and youth exchanges to broaden global perspectives.
* 💼 Encouraging economic development and trade opportunities between partner cities.
* 🎭 Promoting cultural exchanges through festivals, arts, sports, and community events.
* 🤝 Facilitating collaboration on issues such as sustainability, public health, technology, and urban development.
For Houston, the sister city programme helps connect the city with communities around the world, creating opportunities for cultural celebrations, business relationships, educational exchanges, and international goodwill.
