1. Secretary Blinken Announces IVLP Projects to Strengthen Security in the Indo-Pacific

   Projects will focus on countering disinformation, government transparency and public accountability, cybersecurity, and maritime security.

2. Wheelchair Tennis Envoy David Wagner Hits Grand Slam with Canadian Youth

   David Wagner’s visit is a testament to the advancement and continued work by the State Department to provide access for all.

3. The IVLP through the Lens of a Trafficking in Persons Report Hero

   Each year, the U.S. Department of State honors individuals around the world who have devoted their lives to the fight against human trafficking and made exceptional contributions in their home countries to combat the crime and assist trafficking victims.

4. IVLP Supporting Students Who Challenge Extremism

   Every semester, “P2P: Challenging Extremism” competition finalists from around the world are invited on the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) to meet with American business and community leaders. This semester’s finalists, who arrived from Belgium, Italy, and Lebanon, traveled to New York City and San Francisco after presenting in Washington, D.C.

5. International Visitors RISE in the U.S.

   Nine collegiate and professional international visitors from Saudi Arabia participated in a multi-city tour of the United States

6. African Women Entrepreneurs Engaged by an Enriched Experience

   A group of African women entrepreneurs were enriched by a wealth of professional development meetings and networking opportunities during their visit to the United States.

7. NSLI-Y Alumni Representatives Share Their Stories

   Four alumni of the National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) exchange program stopped by the State Department to share their experiences abroad and their plans for the future.

8. IDEAS Awards Grants to 26 U.S. Colleges and Universities to Build Study Abroad Capacity

   We are pleased to announce the 26 U.S. colleges and universities awarded 2021 IDEAS grants.

9. Secretary Blinken and Secretary Cardona Letter to School Superintendents Encouraging International Exchanges

   On behalf of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, we send greetings and appreciation for the past support school districts like yours have provided by hosting international students and for promoting the global competency of U.S. students.

10. June 29, 2016: Uzbekistan #Dean525

    In Dean's first day in Uzbekistan, he met with the Uzbekistan Paralympic Association, inspiring and encouraging the young athletes.

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