Want to check off “Connect with a Mentor” on your ECA Bingo Goals card but don’t know where to start? 👀

Here are some tips to get you started:

-Explore possible mentors

-Establish contact

-Meet and discuss your needs

Click the 🔗 to learn more:

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The 2024 Virtual NSLI for Youth Program is accepting applications from American high school students who want to start learning Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, Korean, Russian, or Turkish. Learn more and apply by June 10 here: nsliforyouth.org/virtual/

Music opens the door to language; to English, Korean, & more. K-pop ignited NSLI for Youth alum Hailey's desire to learn Korean which led her to participate in the Virtual NSLI-Y program. Music into language into experiencing the world.

Read about her experience:
nsliy-interactive.org/2023/12/26/my-…

Great minds are at work this week in Tirana, Albania! Experts from the U.S. and 8 Southeastern European nations gather at the #AmericanSpaces #DigitalLiteracyForum to discuss and develop learning tools to help youth leaders fight disinformation, disenfranchisement, and digital

Happy #AstronomyDay ! Join us in marveling at the wonders of the night sky. In this captivating video, explore distant galaxies with NASA Administrator Bill Nelson & retired Astronaut and Department of State U.S. Speaker Program #ExchangeAlumni @DanielTani. youtube.com/watch?v=FnjCXz…

.Department of State meets hip-hop: a dynamic fusion igniting positive change worldwide! 🌎

IVLP international artists and educators dove into the evolution and influence of hip-hop as part of the #MusicDiplomacy initiative. Tune in.

The Moonwalk is so jealous 😉.

Breakdancing will debut at the #ParisOlympics for the first time. #TeamUSA

DEADLINE EXTENDED! @SisterCitiesIntl is accepting applications for the 2024 Youth Leadership Summit until June 15! This amazing event brings together youth ages 14-18 for sessions designed to engage and inspire future leaders.

Apply today: sistercities.org/yls/2024.

We're celebrating #AAPIMonth by throwing a spotlight on Department of State U.S. Speaker Program #ExchangeAlumni and retired Astronaut Daniel Tani.

Tani has journeyed through the cosmos, and his stellar adventures remind us to embrace the wonders of exploration! 🪐✨

#MusicDiplomacy

The YLAINetwork Fellowship application deadline is on the horizon. Join a network of game-changers, visionaries, and global leaders. Step into the spotlight and showcase your drive, passion, and potential.

Apply today: irex.org/project/young-…

Calling all English educators! Are you ready to empower your students to be all ears? Join #AmericanEnglish on May 15 @ 8 AM or 1 PM EDT for an enlightening session with April Salerno on 'Teaching Listening.'

For more info: facebook.com/AmericanEnglis…

Happy #MothersDay ! 💐 Department of State celebrates the love & strength of mothers & mother-figures worldwide, incl. host families who welcome exchange students into their homes. Read Kennedy-Lugar YES alum Myriline Dogba’s story on finding 🏡 with her host family: yesprograms.org/stories/findin…

Coming from a family of educators,  Assistant Secretary Lee Satterfield is passionate about education and the impact it has on communities. Watch as the Assistant Secretary shares who her favorite educator is and why. #TeacherAppreciationWeek 🍎

The U.S. is committed to combating trafficking of illicit synthetic drugs, including fentanyl. Through the International Visitor Leadership Program ( #IVLP ), the Department of State is building crucial people-to-people ties to address this shared global issue.
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“To hear him talk about the dances with so much love, inspired me not only to be a better student, but also a good steward of the cultures that I love.”- Junious “House” Brickhouse Next Level’s Director talks about the educator who inspires him. #TeacherAppreciationWeek 🍎

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