Results are Tagged with "United States"
Teachable Moments
Vivian Leskes, an American English professor, talks about her experiences as an English Language Specialist in Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and the Russian Federation.
International Writing Program - Video
Christopher Merrill, Director of the International Writing Program at the University of Iowa, explains the valuable cultural exchanges that take place each year when writers from around the world gather for a semester in Iowa City to discuss and share their craft.
High School International Student Exchange
Each year, the U.S. State Department hosts approximately 2,900 high school students from around the world.
Reflections on the Impact of the International Visitor Leadership Program - Dorothy Riddle
Dorothy Riddle tells a story of how the simplest of activities can change someone's whole perspective on life and relationships.
Reflections on the Impact of the International Visitor Leadership Program - Jena Melancon
Jena Melancon, Executive Director, Gulf Coast Citizen Diplomacy Council, talks about the visit of a group of Boy Scout Leaders to the local Boy Scout chapter, and how their interaction has had lasting community effects.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar - Global Cultural Ambassador
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is a Global Cultural Ambassador for the U.S. Department of State. He traveled to Brazil to promote education.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in Salvador, Brazil
Newly appointed Global Cultural Ambassador Kareem Abdul-Jabbar spends time in Brazil to speak with youth about the importance and power of education.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Newly appointed Global Cultural Ambassador Kareem Abdul-Jabbar spends time in Brazil to speak with youth about the importance and power of education.
Lead with your heart
Shirley Harrison, Executive Director of the International Visitor Center of Jackson, Mississippi, talks about her experience with IVLP and the importance of people-to-people exchanges.