About Us

Connecting Cultures, Building Friendships

Tampa Sister Cities is a nonprofit initiative that fosters international goodwill, understanding, and collaboration through long-term partnerships between the City of Tampa and cities around the world. Our mission is to build bridges between communities through cultural, educational, and economic exchange.

With deep roots in the Tampa Bay community, our program began in the 1950s with a vision to promote peace and mutual respect through citizen diplomacy. Over the decades, we have facilitated exchanges that have included student programs, mayoral visits, business delegations, artistic collaborations, and cultural festivals.

Tampa Sister Cities International is part of a global network dedicated to fostering international understanding, cultural enrichment, and economic development through long-term partnerships between Tampa and cities around the world. These relationships are built through exchanges in areas such as education, culture, business, and government.

Our Mission

To promote peace and mutual respect by building meaningful connections between the people of Tampa and our sister cities across the globe.

What We Do

• Diplomatic Exchange: Cultivate people-to-people relationships that support diplomatic ties and encourage mutual understanding.

• Cultural Enrichment: Celebrate the rich heritage of our partner cities and share Tampa’s vibrant culture with the world.

• Educational Partnerships: Promote student and academic exchanges that inspire global citizenship and learning.

• Economic Development: Facilitate introductions and exchanges that encourage international business and tourism opportunities.