Exchange Programs - U.S. Department of State

09/23/2021

Language Learning With Emojis: YES Abroad

#TBT to Kennedy-Lugar YES Abroad alumni using emojis to teach us a few words in #Bosnian & #Macedonian 🗣️ #LanguageLearning

09/23/2021

Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program alumna Wendy Gong says "CLS & studying Chinese led me to pursue my career in healthcare in Europe and in Asia. Now I use Chinese to serve international patients at my full-time job at a surgical practice.” #LanguageLearning 📚 languages.state.gov

Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program alumna Wendy Gong says "CLS & studying Chinese led me to pursue my career in healthcare in Europe and in Asia. Now I use Chinese to serve international patients at my full-time job at a surgical practice.” #LanguageLearning 📚 languages.state.gov

09/23/2021

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How did Veteran NBA player and #ExchangeAlumni Sam Vincent promote peace and teach young people lasting life skills during the pandemic?

He hosted the Championship Principles Challenge, an online basketball clinic, for high school students from both Israel and Bahrain.

Learn more about Sam’s work and the clinic: http://ow.ly/lvEI50GbrYa

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09/22/2021

Immersing yourself in another language is a great way to learn quickly, especially with listening & speaking skills. It can, however, be stressful when communication doesn't work. Have you ever experienced immersion in another language? 🗣️ #LanguageLearning #AmericanEnglish

Immersing yourself in another language is a great way to learn quickly, especially with listening & speaking skills. It can, however, be stressful when communication doesn't work. Have you ever experienced immersion in another language? 🗣️ #LanguageLearning #AmericanEnglish

09/22/2021

How do sign language interpreters work?

#SignLanguage #LanguageLearning 🤟❤️

Learn about the federal laws that require sign language interpreters in the United States and where you'll regularly find them.

09/22/2021

Teachers of Critical Languages Program - TCLP brings Arabic and Mandarin teachers to schools across the United States! Schools can apply for a teacher by October 22 at http://tclprogram.org 🏫 #LanguageLearning

Teachers of Critical Languages Program - TCLP brings Arabic and Mandarin teachers to schools across the United States! Schools can apply for a teacher by October 22 at http://tclprogram.org 🏫 #LanguageLearning

09/22/2021

Did you know Turkish & Korean are similar languages❓ GaHyun Yoo is on a Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program at Ankara Üniversitesi TÖMER and says "knowing Korean has been a significant advantage for me as [the two languages] share similar linguistic qualities." U.S. Embassy Ankara, TURKEY
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International Exchange Alumni

Did you know Turkish & Korean are similar languages❓ GaHyun Yoo is on a Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program at Ankara Üniversitesi TÖMER and says "knowing Korean has been a significant advantage for me as [the two languages] share similar linguistic qualities." U.S. Embassy Ankara, TURKEY
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#languagelearning #ExchangeAlumni
International Exchange Alumni

09/22/2021

#LanguageLearning #ExchangeOurWorld

“I started learning Arabic in college because my native language is Amharic, the official language in Ethiopia. I was intrigued by Arabic because of its shared Semitic root with Amharic. My initial curiosity led Arabic to be the cornerstone of my college experience and continues to shape how I navigate my future. Thanks to programs like CLS, I have learned so much about the Language and Middle Eastern cultures in a short amount of time. I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to study Arabic with CLS during summer 2020 and 2021. I have met amazing people all over the world and made a lifetime of friends." - Rediet Patterson (#CLSArabic scholar 2020 & 2021 )

#CLSAlumni #InternationalExchangeAlumni #ExchangeOurWorld

09/22/2021

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#YALI2021 #MandelaFellow Yann Banvi, a self-taught software engineer from the Republic of the Congo, supported app development and learned about accessible software during his PDE with Ad Hoc, a digital solutions consulting company. Reflecting on his experience, Yann said he "can't be grateful enough to this program that made it possible." U.S. Embassy Brazzaville

09/21/2021

#DYK Only a quarter of Americans speak a foreign language? 🗣️ Help increase that number by finding the language program that fits your goals at languages.state.gov

#DYK Only a quarter of Americans speak a foreign language? 🗣️ Help increase that number by finding the language program that fits your goals at languages.state.gov

09/21/2021

Happy #InternationalDayOfPeace! ☮️ 🕊️ ECA's mission aims to build peaceful cross-cultural relationships by building mutual understanding through exchange programs. #ExchangeOurWorld

Happy #InternationalDayOfPeace! ☮️ 🕊️ ECA's mission aims to build peaceful cross-cultural relationships by building mutual understanding through exchange programs. #ExchangeOurWorld

09/21/2021

Working with English teachers from all over #Mexico, English Language Programs #ELSpecialist Christine Esche led a series of virtual workshops featuring 26 games and seventeen different online tools. 🇲🇽 What’s your favorite game to use in the classroom?
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International Exchange Alumni

09/20/2021

The Workshop for Effective English Teaching & Speaking #WEETAS program in Liberia was organized by Youth Exchange and Study (YES) alumni Emmanuel Godfrey & Korvah Fromayan to help Liberian students pass the West African Examination Council English Exam. https://bit.ly/3maH7Mw
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International Exchange Alumni

09/20/2021

Although no friendships are perfect, we usually find the best friendships to be with people that we can GET ALONG WITH, meaning it's easy to be friendly with someone. Try using this phrasal verb in some example sentences below 🤝 #LanguageLearning #AmericanEnglish #PhrasalVerbs

Although no friendships are perfect, we usually find the best friendships to be with people that we can GET ALONG WITH, meaning it's easy to be friendly with someone. Try using this phrasal verb in some example sentences below 🤝 #LanguageLearning #AmericanEnglish #PhrasalVerbs

09/18/2021

Are you ready to rise to the #NewLanguageChallenge? Language skills will help you succeed in today’s interconnected world. Find the funded program that will help you achieve your goals at languages.state.gov 🌐

Are you ready to rise to the #NewLanguageChallenge? Language skills will help you succeed in today’s interconnected world. Find the funded program that will help you achieve your goals at languages.state.gov 🌐

09/17/2021

Jarin Raisa, a Youth Exchange and Study (YES) alumna from Bangladesh, organized “Take Initiative and Speak” for 30 students from the University of Dhaka in the fall of 2020. She encouraged the students to practice & feel more confident speaking English. #LanguageLearning 🇧🇩

Jarin Raisa, a Youth Exchange and Study (YES) alumna from Bangladesh, organized “Take Initiative and Speak” for 30 students from the University of Dhaka in the fall of 2020. She encouraged the students to practice & feel more confident speaking English. #LanguageLearning 🇧🇩

09/16/2021

Secretary Blinken: "We honor the achievements of the more than 60 million Hispanic-Americans this #HispanicHeritageMonth, who strengthen our nation every day. We're especially grateful for the countless contributions of Hispanic-Americans in the U.S. Department of State. We're proud to have you on our team."

Learn more: https://www.state.gov/hispanic-heritage-month-2021/.

09/16/2021

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"As a Pakistani American, I have been exposed to Arabic from an early age. l speak Urdu at home, a language full of Arabic loan words and even written in an Arabic script. My name, Ammar, is of Arabic origin. From a cultural and linguistic sense, I have always felt a connection to Arabic and the Arab world.

Ammar continues, "Still, I never expected that my background would have much relevance during a study abroad in Oman. But over the course of the summer, the Noor Majan Arabic Institute helped me discover commonalities between Oman and Pakistan which I learned about through my language partner...hopefully this is only the beginning of my relationship with Oman and I can one day visit the country and the people that have helped me so much in my Arabic learning journey."

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09/16/2021

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#KLYES student Kehkashan from Pakistan celebrated Pakistan's Independence Day on August 14 with her host family. To celebrate, they made a delicious dessert, applied henna, and took a road trip across Arizona. Kehkashan says,

"I am thankful that I was able to celebrate Independence Day here with my host family because it not only made me feel that it is an important occasion to celebrate but also how it actually feels to celebrate freedom with someone whom you just met."

Read the rest here: https://www.yesprograms.org/stories/celebrating-pakistans-independence-day-in-arizona

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PAX - Program of Academic Exchange

09/16/2021

National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) alumnus Kevin Moss currently serves as a Foreign Service Officer in Turkey 🇹🇷 He says "NSLI-Y allowed me to discover my penchant for languages, my adorement for a different part of the 🌎 & introduced me to the Foreign Service." https://bit.ly/3somptN
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International Exchange Alumni

National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) alumnus Kevin Moss currently serves as a Foreign Service Officer in Turkey 🇹🇷 He says "NSLI-Y allowed me to discover my penchant for languages, my adorement for a different part of the 🌎 & introduced me to the Foreign Service." https://bit.ly/3somptN
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#LanguageLearning #ExchangeAlumni
International Exchange Alumni

09/15/2021

In honor of international #DayofDemocracy, we are spotlighting an #IVLP Virtual group of journalists and communication experts from Latin America and the Caribbean who are focused on combating disinformation! Developing media literacy and open information environments is essential to modern #democracy.

This IVLP meeting explored principles for accurate and ethical reporting and looked closely at the role and impact of social media.

We thank MCID Washington, San Diego Diplomacy Council, and speakers connected to SPJ San Diego Pro Chapter and Society of Professional Journalists for this notable discussion!

09/15/2021

When #Fulbright Teacher #ExchangeAlumni Marcie Stutzman traveled from Maryland to Morocco in 2017, she was focused on studying how second languages are taught. She did not expect to find a Moroccan Arabic tutor and learn a new language herself! 📖
#NewLanguageChallenge #ExchangesMatter Exchange Programs - U.S. Department of State

09/15/2021

The Community Solutions Program celebrates a decade of global impact

Happy 10th birthday to the Community Solutions Program (CSP)!! 🎂 🎉 CSP premiered a brand-new impact video & impact brief showcasing how much the CSP community has accomplished in the past decade!

View them both to learn more about CSP’s global impact! 👉 https://www.irex.org/news/community-solutions-program-celebrates-decade-global-impact
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The Community Solutions Program celebrates a decade of global impact By Jessica Lane September 07, 2021 IREX staff, U.S. Department of State officials, U.S. hosts, and CSP fellows from across the world smile at the camera while celebrating CSP's 10th anniversary during a virtual birthday event The C...

09/15/2021

#DYK that renowned archaeologist and #ExchangeAlumni Dr. Zahi Hawass once gave a tour of the Pyramids of Giza to Princess Diana on her birthday?

Tune into the next episode of Mentor Talks on September 17 at 10:00 am ET to learn more about Dr. Hawass’s storied career and get advice on pursuing a career in archaeology. Post your questions below for Dr. Hawass with the tag #MentorTalks!

👉 https://bit.ly/MentorTalksHawass 👈
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#archaeology #ForeverIsNow International Exchange Alumni

#DYK that renowned archaeologist and #ExchangeAlumni Dr. Zahi Hawass once gave a tour of the Pyramids of Giza to Princess Diana on her birthday?

Tune into the next episode of Mentor Talks on September 17 at 10:00 am ET to learn more about Dr. Hawass’s storied career and get advice on pursuing a career in archaeology. Post your questions below for Dr. Hawass with the tag #MentorTalks!

👉 https://bit.ly/MentorTalksHawass 👈
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#archaeology #ForeverIsNow International Exchange Alumni

09/15/2021

Strong democracies are more stable, more open, better partners, more committed to human rights, less prone to conflict, and more dependable markets for goods and services. On this International #DayofDemocracy, we reaffirm our commitment to building strong democracies worldwide.

09/15/2021

It's #InternationalDayofDemocracy! Democracies strive for the inclusion of marginalized voices and the protection of minority rights. Regardless of race, religion, disability, gender identity, or LGBTQI+ status, democracies work to ensure safety and full enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms.
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It's #InternationalDayofDemocracy! Democracies strive for the inclusion of marginalized voices and the protection of minority rights. Regardless of race, religion, disability, gender identity, or LGBTQI+ status, democracies work to ensure safety and full enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms.
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U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, & Labor

09/15/2021

Have you ever labeled real things around your house or office with their name in another language? Teachers call these real objects for #LanguageLearning realia (from the Latin 'realis' meaning related to things) 🗣️ #AmericanEnglish

Have you ever labeled real things around your house or office with their name in another language? Teachers call these real objects for #LanguageLearning realia (from the Latin 'realis' meaning related to things) 🗣️ #AmericanEnglish

09/14/2021

2021 TIP Report Heroes International Leadership Visitor Program Highlights Community, Nonprofit Partnership & Survivor-Led Advocacy - United States Department of State

2021 TIP Report Heroes International Leadership Visitor Program Highlights Community, Nonprofit Partnership & Survivor-Led Advocacy - United States Department of State

In July and August, eight Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report Heroes collaborated with U.S. government officials and human trafficking advocates in Minneapolis and Miami as part of a month-long virtual International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) project. They gathered virtually to discuss best p...

09/14/2021

Do you want to be a competitive candidate for national security jobs❓ Learn a foreign language. Take our quiz at languages.state.gov to find a funded language program to start your #LanguageLearning journey. #NewLanguageChallenge

Do you want to be a competitive candidate for national security jobs❓ Learn a foreign language. Take our quiz at languages.state.gov to find a funded language program to start your #LanguageLearning journey. #NewLanguageChallenge

09/14/2021

TechCampGlobal Thessaloniki: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs kicked off this week at the 85th Thessaloniki International Fair. The goal of the program is to support female-led startups & create equal opportunities for women in the entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3z7NpPP
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09/14/2021

In Kyrgyzstan, #ELSpecialist Anna Evmenova conducted workshops for local teachers on supporting language learners with disabilities. Anna shared assistive tools and resources with teachers 🇰🇬 English Language Programs
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09/13/2021

09/13/2021

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09/13/2021

160 middle-school students from Belgrade, Serbia developed their English-language skills thanks to a bi-weekly program developed by FLEX Program alumna Andela Acic 📚
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#LanguageLearning #ExchangeAlumni
International Exchange Alumni

160 middle-school students from Belgrade, Serbia developed their English-language skills thanks to a bi-weekly program developed by FLEX Program alumna Andela Acic 📚
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#LanguageLearning #ExchangeAlumni
International Exchange Alumni