Founder · Harvard & John Maxwell certified
Jihad Yaacoub
Founded The Council twelve years ago. Harvard and John Maxwell certified. Leads the academy’s delegations and exchange programs across the US and Europe.
For students · 2 weeks · Washington, DC
Washington Exchange Program
Two weeks inside the institutions that shape American policy, traveling as a delegation with Council faculty.
Who this is for.
The Washington Exchange suits students who want to see, up close, how policy is made.
This is for you if
- You are curious about government, diplomacy or law
- You are ready to travel as part of a group, with faculty
- You want an experience that strengthens a university application
This is not for you if
- You want to travel independently
- You are looking for a conference: Harvard Model United Nations or Harvard Model Congress may suit you better
Travel and safety.
- Delegates travel together as a group, accompanied by Council faculty.
- For every delegate under 18, we hold a parent or guardian’s contact details before travel.
- Our safeguarding policy applies for the whole program.
Who teaches it.
Open cohorts.
Dates for the next intake are being set. Message us and we will tell you as soon as applications open.
Message us on WhatsApp (opens in a new tab)Common questions.
What does it cost, and is there any assistance?
Fees are shared on request within one working day. A limited number of partial places are available each intake. Mention it when you apply; it will not affect the decision.
Who travels with the delegation?
Council faculty travel with every delegation.
Where ambition finds its bearing.
Dates for the next intake are being set. Message us to hear first.