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NSLI-Y alum addresses the United Nations for World Interfaith Harmony Week
Sara Rahim, a 2010 National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) alumna, delivered a keynote address to the UN about the role of interfaith cooperation for sustainable development.
IVLP Alums Launch "Technovation Challenge" to Promote Girls' STEM Studies
An eye-opening experience in Silicon Valley with the International Visitor Leadership Program led Canadian participants Amina Gerba and Stephanie Jecrois to create the first-ever competition in Montreal for young girls interested in technology and entrepreneurship.
Argentine Youth Network for Public Service
Inspired by their Youth Ambassadors exchange program, a team of Argentine alumni created REDAR (“Red Argentina”), a network of youth dedicated to volunteerism, social impact and public service.
Celebrating 75 Years of Exchange Programs
Assistant Secretary Evan Ryan highlights alumni achievements on 75th anniversary of U.S. Department of State exchange programs
Alumni Sow Environmental Awareness in Northern Peru
AEIF 2014 winners collaborate with local university, government, an NGO, and groups of children to help promote sustainability and clean up nearby beaches.
Creating Affordable 3D Prosthetics in Argentina
National Youth Science Camp alumnus Gino Tubaro helps people with disabilities through his innovative work with 3D-printed prosthetics, works on labor initiatives for workers with disabilities in his home country Argentina, and volunteers with youth STEM camps.
Improving Good Governance in Tajikistan
Since returning to Tajikistan, Hubert H. Humphrey alumna Ms. Gulru Azamova has become a pioneer in the promotion of good governance by improving the efficiency of local institutions and inspiring a new generation of youth with the spirit of public service.
2015 Professional Fellows Program Alumni Impact Awards
Apply now for the Professional Fellows Program Alumni Impact Award for a chance to be honored during this year's Professional Fellows Congresses in Washington, DC.
White House Travel Bloggers Summit #StudyAbroadBecause
The National Security Council hosted a summit in December with 100 of the most influential travel bloggers and digital media outlets at The White House to highlight current U.S. Government initiatives and new strategies for encouraging American students to study, volunteer, and work abroad.
Discussing Educational Reform in Iceland
Inspired by her participation in the Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship this past summer, Unnur Larusdottir demonstrated her leadership capabilities by organizing a conference on education in her home country, Iceland. Over 200 guests attended the conference, including students, leaders from local universities, journalists, and high ranking members of Parliament.