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Exchange Programs 2015 Year in Review
2015 was an extraordinary year for exchange programs. Take a look at some of our favorite moments. Apply for an exchange program in 2016 exchanges.state.gov
2015 GSMP Alumnae Empower Women Around the World
Sixteen international participants have completed the U.S. Department of State’s espnW Global Sports Mentoring Program (GSMP) and now join the ranks of 50 other GSMP alumnae.
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.
Exchange Programs Are...
What are international exchange programs? We asked our social media communities to tell us what our exchange programs mean to them. Tag your thoughts with #ExchangesAre
Sports Visitor Program Promotes Disability Rights
State Department and U.S. Embassy Brasilia focused its Sports Visitor program on people with disabilities.
New Exchange Supports Global Growth of American Football
In a country like Brazil where the term futebol almost always means soccer, you might be surprised to find a team like the Recife Mariners playing American-style football.
A Global Match: American Mentors Empower Women Leaders in Sports
The Global Sports Mentoring Program (GSMP) continues to pair emerging women leaders from around the world with women sports executives as the flagship component of State Department’s Empowering Women and Girls through Sports initiative.
Former NBA Players Promote Understanding in the Philippines
U.S. Embassy Manila hosted two State Department Sports Envoys Allison Feaster, former player in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), and Derrick Alston, former player in the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Mobility International USA – Armenia
Mobility International USA (MIUSA) collaborates with Armenians partners to conduct a two-way exchange program to expand opportunities for youth with disabilities to engage in sports.
Dream Big, featuring Michelle Kwan (2014 Nanjing Youth Olympics)
Sports are not just about competition, but are about bringing people together to share experiences and build life-long friendships. Share your dreams and the games with us using #Nanjing2014.