“I have such an appreciation of the universal challenge we teachers face: too many students with too little time. But I understand that we also share a passion and drive to overcome these obstacles in service to our students." Ellen Kappus, Specialist, Chile. #ExchangeOurWorld

Wonder what life’s like during an English Language Fellowship when you’re NOT teaching? Current #ELFellow Marissa Foti offers a glimpse into her life in #Albania outside the classroom. #LifeOfAFellow #ExchangeOurWorld

✨ Now is the time to live your story. Apply to be an #ELFellow and embark on a journey that will shape your life and the lives of those you meet! The priority deadline for Fellow applications is December 31 for projects that begin in the fall of 2025.

On a December day in the city of Osh in the Kyrgyz Republic, #ELFellow Eric Rosales and Regional English Language Officer (RELO) Kevin McCaughey led a mini-conference on using games and songs as teaching tools. #LifeOfAFellow #ExchangeOurWorld #TeacherLife

Last year, #ELFellow Christine Hess recognized #MLKJrDay with Fulbright English Teaching Assistants, #Access students, and Access teachers at the American Corner in Mombasa, #Kenya. Students celebrated Dr. King’s legacy with dancing and meaningful moments. #ExchangeOurWorld

News from Washington, DC! English Language Programs Directors and Managers recently met with Global Program Officers from the U.S. Department of State for a strategic planning session. Together, we're shaping the future of English Language Programs! #ExchangeOurWorld

Everyone could use a brain boost 🧠, and #ELFellow Keilon Johnson led a workshop on just that! At the ATES training center in #Senegal, Keilon shared the science behind brain breaks and how they support students’ focus, creativity, and critical thinking. #LifeOfAFellow

#ELVirtualEducator Jordan Van Horn taught adult students on projects in Senegal, Angola, and the Central African Republic. Story at

In Thimphu, Bhutan, #ELSpecialist Alix Slayton developed an English language curriculum for 70 monks at the 13th-century Tango Monastery. #ELFellow Samuel Clayton will test the 22-week curriculum and elicit feedback. #ExchangeOurWorld

Learn how #ELSpecialist Dr. Joshua Paiz empowered educators in Bahrain to use AI in the classroom – and how he has continued to share and expand that project since then – in our latest Featured Specialist story:

“It was a joy to work with this enthusiastic group of educators in Jakarta!” Julie Bradley, an #ELFellow in Indonesia, conducted a workshop for over 60 teachers at the Ministry of Religious Affairs on reading comprehension strategies for young learners and teacher well-being.

#ELFellow Mareena Olivier started a Scrabble Club for pre-service teachers at the University of #Zambia. Teachers learned how to use the game to engage students in vocabulary and critical thinking development. Apply to be a Fellow today!

#ELSpecialist Serena Chu-Mraz led a 40-hour training for English teachers and vocational trainers in #Angola, “inspired by the teachers’ enthusiasm and dedication to promoting English for employability among youth." #ExchageOurWorld

#ELFellows spread holiday cheer with #Access students! 🌎 Students in #Turkiye made cards for peers with Sarah Howe; John Jordan hosted cookie decorating in #Georgia; Nancy Lindberg led gingerbread house-making in #Kazakhstan. Apply to be a Fellow today!

In her featured story, Alumni Ambassador Quanisha Charles details the exciting ways that her virtual English Language Specialist project in Lebanon in 2023 has impacted her full range of professional pursuits. Read Charles’s story here:

English Language Programs has an exciting conference lineup for the new year! Are you interested in exploring cultural exchange through the Fellow, Specialist, and Virtual Educator programs? Let us know if you’re attending these events in the comments!

🕎 Wishing a joyous and bright Hanukkah festival to all who celebrate!

Happy Holidays from English Language Programs! Last year, #ELFellow Kiri Manookin directed an international Christmas choir for a crowd of 300 attendees in Yerevan, #Armenia. The priority deadline is December 31 to be a 2025-2026 English Language Fellow!

The priority deadline for Fellow applications is December 31 for projects that begin in the fall of 2025, and it's not too late to start yours. Apply today!

#ELFellow Jordan Brown teamed up with #ELSpecialist Tiffany Tillman to develop English teaching skills and build leadership capacity in #Azerbaijan. The priority deadline for 2025-2026 Fellow applications is December 31, 2024. Why wait? Apply today!