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Samba Diamanka sitting in radio studio (Courtesy of Samba Diamanka)

Demonstrating the power of a free press

Several reporters from Africa recently visited the U.S. through the Murrow program to learn more about how independent media outlets operate.
Woman listening to man (© Clay Smith/Santa Fe College)

Exchanging ideas to expand vocational education worldwide

College administrators from several nations visited the U.S. to exchange ideas about how to connect students to employers.
Woman in headscarf looking into microscope at desk in classroom (© MCA-Morocco)

Empowering women and youth in Morocco

A nonprofit agency is working in Morocco to increase employment of women and youth in high-demand job sectors.
Anapidédé Kibandou Betema harvesting crops (© Theodore Tossim)

Women farmers in Togo find success working together

After struggling to find work, Anapidédé Kibandou Betema turned her garden into a business. See how the U.S. assists entrepreneurs.
Bonnie Naua standing next to women's outfit on mannequin (State Dept./Amelia Shaw)

Sewing culture into clothing in Papua New Guinea

Skills learned in the U.S. Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) are helping a designer in Papua New Guinea grow her clothing business.
Fridah Okomo standing on balcony with buildings and colorful evening sky in view (Courtesy of Fridah Okomo)

Young leaders promote democracy at home

Meet activists from Kenya and Estonia who are advancing democracy in their home countries after participating in a U.S.-backed program.
Combo photo showing two women smiling (© Jeff Guarino/Gracelandic. Courtesy of María Rojas)

Creating sustainable styles in Iceland, Mexico

Learn how two alumnae of the U.S. government's Academy for Women Entrepreneurs are advancing environmentally friendly fashion.
Lasu Jacob and Victor Mora holding plastic buckets of produce in farm field (Courtesy of Raleigh City Farm)

African community leaders take home lessons from U.S.

The Community Engagement Exchange program provides emerging civil society leaders with the tools and resources they need to succeed.
Group of people posing for photo in front of blackboard with Arabic words (Courtesy of Lizz Huntley)

Americans’ desire to learn Arabic continues

More American students are choosing to study Arabic. For World Arabic Language Day, we look at their experiences.