OpportunityTitle: English Language Teacher Exchange
CategoryExplanation: Public Diplomacy
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: All U.S. and Pakistani registered non-profit, non-governmental organizations with relevant programming experience are eligible to apply. This experience should be documented in the organization&#8217;s proposal. Organizations must provide proof of registration and non-profit status with their proposal application. U.S.-based organizations should submit a copy of their IRS determination letter. Pakistan-based organizations should submit a copy of their certificate of registration from the appropriate government organization.
Description: The project will promote the development of English language, classroom pedagogy, community engagement and leadership skills of the participants through first-hand experience and networking with English language teaching peers in the United States. Through teamwork activities, the program will develop participants&#8217; classroom, leadership, communication skills, and teacher trainer skills. In addition to enhancing the participants&#8217; ability to implement effective English language programs in Pakistan, the exchange program will provide participants a better understanding of the United States, its people, and its democratic values. By the end of the English Language Teaching Exchanges, approximately 50 Pakistani English language teachers from government or foundation schools from undeserved areas will further develop their pedagogic expertise in teaching English language, improve their own English language proficiency, and increase their knowledge about the United States.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: Inquiries
GrantorContactText: Ellen Delage, Program Specialist, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, Office of Press and Public Diplomacy