- WASHINGTON, DC—The United States Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) recently paid tribute to the historic accomplishments of the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX), Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX), and Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program, and highlighted the profound impact that alumni of the programs have had on their home and host communities.American Councils for International Education and its Center for Global Leadership (CGL) were… Read More
- Dear Friends and Supporters, After an extensive search that engaged the expertise of our dedicated Board as well as numerous external and internal stakeholders, American Councils and its Trustees are excited to announce that it has chosen an exceptional, visionary, and proven leader in international education to lead American Councils. As of January 31, 2024, Ms. Lisa Choate will become American Councils’ fourth, and first female, President and Chief Executive Officer. When Ms. Choate… Read More
- The third cohort of the Ukrainian Business Leaders: Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurship (UBL PIE) program successfully arrived in the United States and started their four-week professional program. During their first Orientation Day in the U.S., the UBL PIE participants were welcomed to the American Councils office by Dr. David Patton (President and CEO of American Councils), Mr. Christopher W. Smith (Deputy Assistant Secretary for Eastern Europe and Policy and Regional Affairs, U.S.… Read More
- The Elie Wiesel Study Tour (EWST), administered by American Councils for International Education’s office in Romania, works to preserve and honor the history of the Holocaust. Through an educational tour for college students that spans Romania, Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Germany, participants understand the intricate political, social, and cultural forces that created and perpetuated the Holocaust, which helps establish a better understanding of human rights. In August 2023,… Read More
- September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States. During this period, the nation pays tribute to the extraordinary achievements, deep-rooted history, and invaluable contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities. In the same spirit, American Councils honors and celebrates the Latinx alumni who have participated in the diverse array of study abroad programs we administer. In the Institute for International Education's latest report, students identifying as… Read More
- Two decades ago, in the aftermath of 9/11, the United States Congress laid the foundation for the Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program. This visionary initiative was created to foster greater understanding by providing merit-based scholarships for students from predominantly Muslim nations to engage in a transformative academic year within the U.S. While the YES program is celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study Abroad (YES… Read More
- American Councils continues to stand in solidarity with Ukraine against Russia’s brutal and unjustified war. Our support involves several ongoing programs directed towards refugees and internally displaced people, including the Visiting Fellowship Awards for Ukrainian Displaced Scholars, activities from hundreds of alumni, and the Emergency Support for Ukraine Initiative that has raised $70,000 to support humanitarian causes throughout the country. Through the generous support of… Read More
- From July 16th to 30th, American Councils held the first All-Uzbekistan Access Summer Camp for 68 students of Access programs throughout Uzbekistan. Funded by the U.S. Embassy-Tashkent, the Access Summer Camp brought together 68 recent graduates of 18 local Access programs for an intensive two-week program focusing on building English language skills, developing leadership, making new friends, and having fun with traditional camp activities. This camp was an immersive language experience… Read More
- On August 14, the Tajikistan Secondary School English Teachers Professional Development Program (TSSET) held an Opening Ceremony in Dushanbe. This pivotal event signified the official commencement of a 60-hour cascade professional development program for secondary school English teachers, equipping them to represent TSSET as national trainers and continue improving English pedagogy in Tajikistan. Implemented in a collaboration between American Councils and English Without Borders, TSSET is a… Read More
- Twenty years ago, a visionary step was taken by the United States Congress as they established the Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program, named after Senators Ted Kennedy and Richard Lugar. Created in response to the events of September 11, 2001, YES provides opportunities for high school students from countries with significant Muslim populations to immerse themselves in an American high school, develop cross-cultural skills, and build lasting friendships. The YES… Read More
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