SSCA Receives International Arts and Culture Award
WASHINGTON, D.C. —
The Sedona Sister Cities Association has received one of
the highest honors presented by Sister Cities International, earning the 2026 Innovation in Arts and Culture Award for communities with populations under
25,000 for its Rising Stars of Sedona and Canmore international music exchange.
The award was presented during Sister Cities International's 70th Anniversary Gala and Annual Awards Ceremony in Washington, D.C., recognizing innovative programs that strengthen international understanding through cultural exchange.
Representing the Sedona Sister Cities Association, Edyta Wieczorek, SSCA Board Member, accepted the award on behalf of the organization, its volunteers, community partners, and the citizens of both Sedona, Arizona, and Canmore, Alberta.
SELECT A SISTER CITIES AMBASSADOR TRIP
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Interested in becoming an Ambassador for Sedona Sister Cities?
We have three upcoming trips planned,
- Jaslo, Poland, Days of Wine Festival, August 28-31
- Canmore, Canada, Rising Stars Concert & Banff Film Festival, October 23 - November 6
- The Italian Amalfi Coast, November 2026
SSCA Updates
Citizen Delegation Trip to Poland
Join this year's eight day excursion to Southern Poland and Jaslo's Annual Days of Wine Celebration.
Check the flyer for details and contact Edyta Wieczorek at edytaw78@gmail.com
Building Community Across Borders
Exploring an Italian Sister City on the Amalfi Coast
Sedona Sister Cities Association is exploring the possibility of a new Italian Sister City relationship with a community along Italy’s Amalfi Coast. Early conversations include Capri, Positano, and Ravello—communities known for culture, creativity, and strong local identity.
Before moving forward, we are beginning where all Sister City relationships begin: with people-to-people interest.
Share Your Interest
Please take a moment to respond to the survey. Your input will help determine whether Sedona moves forward with this initiative.
Red Rock High School Student Selected for International Youth Leadership Summit
Fernando Quisumbing chosen by Rotary Club of Sedona Village and Sedona Sister Cities to attend Sister Cities International Youth Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C.
The Rotary Club of Sedona Village and the Sedona Sister Cities Association have announced that Red Rock High School student Fernando Quisumbing has been selected to participate in the 2026 Sister Cities International Youth Leadership Summit, to be held June 21–27, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
37th Annual Arizona Sister Cities Conference
The 37th Annual Arizona Sister Cities State Conference will be hosted in Tucson from October 24-25 at the University of Arizona.
You can find details here: https://tucsonmexicosistercities.org/37th-annual-arizona-sister-cities-state-conference-2025/.
The theme is "Sister Cities as the Future of International Solidarity, Citizen Diplomacy, and Mutual Cultural Appreciation."
The registration fee is $100, which includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, and workshops.
