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This September, Emily Drew, renowned journalist and professor of English at Davidson College, visited Singapore through the U.S. Speaker Program. While there, she shared her experiences as a journalist, discussed U.S. presidential elections, and examined the evolving media landscape. Partnering with the U.S. Embassy Singapore, she joined a Singapore Press Club panel to address the escalating threats of #disinformation, deepfakes, and the widening divisions among voters during election campaigns. Learn more about the U.S. Speaker Program at: https://ow.ly/ZhBs50TUNEU #ExchangeOurWorld #Elections #Journalism #Misinformation

"Our approach to addressing the challenge of limited access to green economy jobs for Algerian women is to empower them to take the lead in identifying and developing viable green economic opportunities that address community needs and have strong potential for sustainability.” At the MENA Youth Employment Summit, Fawzi Kara Silmane and Oussama Belkhiri discussed World Learning’s innovative design labs, where Algerian women are pioneering new initiatives in areas like textile recycling, composting, and producing beauty products from moringa. World Learning Algeria | Education For Employment - Global (EFE-Global) #WomensEconomicEmpowerment #GreenJobs #YouthEmployment #MENAYES

Last week, ten female leaders representing nine countries wrapped up their #IVLP exchange on Women Leaders Promoting #Peace and Security. Through interactive workshops, site visits, and meetings with local experts, the group examined the essential role of women in preventing conflict and promoting peace in areas threatened by war, violence, or insecurity. Learn more about the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) at: https://ow.ly/R1aM50TUu5g #ExchangeOurWorld #WomenLeadership #Peace #Peacebuilding

Calling all university students passionate about #STEAM! World Learning is launching the first cohort of the STEAM Innovations program, which will run for eight weeks starting November 9. Students from Algeria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and the USA will connect through #VirtualExchange and learn about entrepreneurship, career planning, STEM, and civic engagement. Apply by Nov 4 at: https://ow.ly/Uz0750TR0Uy World Learning Algeria | The Stevens Initiative at the Aspen Institute #Innovation #GlobalLearning #WorldLearning #STEMEducation

This fall, World Learning welcomed 137 #GlobalUGRAD students from 47 countries around the world! As they settle into campus life, UGRADs are experiencing new cultures, worldviews, and traditions. Read more about their first impressions of the U.S. at: https://ow.ly/bIGu50TRzNz #ExchangeOurWorld #UGRAD #CulturalExchange #CampusLife

This September, four Americans visited Kathmandu, Nepal as part of the outbound portion of the Professional Fellows Program. While in the country, the participants met with local government officials and policy experts to discuss policymaking, community development, and #CivicEngagement. Learn more about the Professional Fellows Program at: https://ow.ly/HQY050TQbtM #ExchangeOurWorld #CulturalExchange #Policy #CommunityDevelopment #Nepal

The 2025 IDEAS grant competition is officially open! IDEAS grants support U.S. colleges and universities in expanding study abroad programming through grants of up to $35,000, with one $50,000 consortium grant available. ➡️ Join IDEAS for a webinar on the grant competition on October 22 at 11:30 a.m. Eastern: https://ow.ly/2yfV50TOH4F ➡️ Apply now at: https://ow.ly/fxxc50TOH4C The IDEAS Program is a program of the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and supported in its implementation by World Learning. #launchIDEASabroad #InternationalEducation #StudyAbroad

“By learning of the political history and figures of Costa Rica, I learned that the most remembered icons are those who created positive change in their communities. This makes me think that in order to help my community, I must focus on the social problems specifically where I live.” – Grace, 2024 U.S. Youth Ambassador to Costa Rica 🇨🇷 While in Costa Rica for their #CulturalExchange, our U.S. Youth Ambassadors learned about the country’s political and cultural history. While conversing with Costa Rican Diputados, they discussed democratic governments, voting, sustainability, and lgbtq+ and women’s rights. Learn more about Youth Ambassadors at: https://ow.ly/ScFx50TQ8cP #ExchangeOurWorld #CostaRica #YouthExchange #YouthAmbassadors

This September, 24 communications professionals from 20 countries gathered in the U.S. for the Edward R. Murrow Program for Journalists. This #IVLP exchange offered a unique opportunity to delve into the intricacies of American press freedom, exploring its historical roots and contemporary challenges. Through site visits in Washington, D.C., Michigan, Texas, Utah, and Washington, the participants heard from local experts on the importance of accurate journalism and how new technology is impacting reporting. Learn more about the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) at: https://ow.ly/7q6u50TOu8h #ExchangeOurWorld #Journalism #CulturalExchange

Happy #DigitalCitizenshipWeek! This summer, 20 World Learning Algeria students participated in a 3-day workshop on #DigitalCitizenship. Through interactive lessons and real-world scenarios, participants learned to responsibly collaborate online to address local issues, identify misinformation and disinformation, and create impactful digital content to inspire positive change in their communities. To read more about our work on digital citizenship, visit: https://ow.ly/WYyP50TNL0c #MediaLiteracy #Disinformation #Misinformation #CombattingDisinformation