- With over 60 percent of Uzbekistan’s population being under the age of 30, the youth of Uzbekistan have the potential to transform the country through their contributions to the labor market. To accomplish this, Uzbekistan’s youth require support to secure or create employment in the existing job market, and to develop the skills they need in the job market of the future economy. YES aims to improve the quality of school-based economics and entrepreneurship programs and after-school soft skills… Read More
- American Councils has operated in Turkmenistan nearly since the country’s independence.Legally, we are an extension of the U.S. Embassy under the 1993 Foreign Assistance Agreement between the U.S. and Turkmenistan. This legal status only allows us to implement U.S. government programs in-country and only those viewed as mutually agreed upon by both governments.The governments of Turkmenistan and the U.S. share goals of building friendship and understanding between the American and Turkmen… Read More
- American Councils has substantial reach throughout Tajikistan, a remote country with relatively few opportunities for exchange with the United States. When a Tajik professional speaks with an American accent, an English teacher uses a modern methodology, or an American scholar studying the region knows Tajik well, there’s a good chance they are one of our alumni.Located in Dushanbe, the capital city, AC Tajikistan is a special place. First, we have a long-serving and dedicated team. Many… Read More
- American Councils is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the C5+O.N.E. (Opening Networks through English) Regional Conference on Energy and Environment, which took place in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The event brought together over 130 participants from five Central Asian countries—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan—to discuss critical issues related to energy and environmental collaboration.The conference opened with welcoming remarks from Yuliya… Read More
- American Councils for International Education hosted a capstone event and a closing ceremony of the Young Professional Internships Program (YPIP) on August 30 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, bringing together 70 participants from all over the country.Attended by the U.S. Ambassador in Uzbekistan, His Excellency Jonathan Henick, the event celebrated these 70 university students and brought them together with their host companies to showcase their shared dedication to this internship program. It also… Read More
- A program of the United States Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) Program promotes fostering connections and cross-cultural appreciation between citizens of the United States and countries across Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia. The program was established in 1992 by former Senator Bill Bradley after the Soviet Union's dissolution. Initially focused on 12 countries in Europe and Eurasia, FLEX has since expanded to 22 countries… Read More
- The American Space-Vahdat Extension, a program implemented by American Councils in partnership with and through the generous funding of Spirit of America, supports the Afghan refugee community in Tajikistan through youth leadership, work readiness, and educational programs. These initiatives aim to equip Afghan youth with essential skills and knowledge for their personal and professional development. Since its inception, more than 1,870 girls and boys have participated in long… Read More
- On May 15, American Councils for International Education staff from the office in Tajikistan organized the U.S. Alumni Network of Tajikistan (USANT) regional conference in Khatlon. Coinciding with International Family Day, the USANT conference focused on addressing the issues of family breakdown and domestic violence. The event aimed to unite efforts in combating these pressing issues and was attended by 52 participants from a variety of fields including civil society organizations, local… Read More
- American Councils for International Education is partnering to advance educational assessment in Uzbekistan through the USAID All Children Succeeding Activity (ACS). This initiative, backed by a $25 million investment over five years, focuses on enhancing foundational skills among primary school students in Uzbekistan through inclusive education, including assessment activities and stakeholder engagement. The goal of USAID's All Children Succeeding Activity is to support the Government of… Read More
- TASHKENT, Uzbekistan – A remarkable milestone was recently achieved in Uzbekistan's educational landscape as the English Speaking Nation (ESN) program concluded with the successful training of over 18,000 English teachers. This monumental effort enhanced the language proficiency of educators and supported the delivery of high-quality English instruction to secondary school students nationwide. Culminating in a closing ceremony on April 20, this four-year, $7 million program stands as a… Read More
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