Ramadan begins soon for Muslims around the world! #Ramadan, one of Islam's holiest times of the year, is observed with fasting from sunrise to sunset, prayer, reflection, and community. Check our social media this month for stories from the #KLYES community. #KLYESRamadan

Today marks the beginning of Global Youth Service Day! Organized by YSA America, #GYSD is the largest youth service and civic action event in the world, encouraging young people to engage their community in acts of service. Stay tuned for updates on #GYSD21 activities!

To mark #GYSD21, #YESAlumni in #Albania 🇦🇱 organized a two-day “DEMOcracy Workshop” at AC Vlora featuring virtual and in-person sessions focused on the right to vote in Albania, why voting matters, democracy and the voting system in the United States, and leadership. Well done👏

During International Education Week in November 2019, YES students presented in over 555 schools across 47 states in the U.S. and reached more than 98,700 Americans! #KLYES #HostForAmerica Learn more about hosting at yesprograms.org/host Educational & Cultural Affairs—U.S. Dept. of State

Days of service like Global Youth Service Day are not just times to serve, but also a time to reflect on, demonstrate, recognize, and celebrate the service that’s been done throughout the rest of the year! #GYSD2021 YSA

Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek! As an organization dedicated to education, American Councils shares our gratitude for teachers around the world who are changing lives inside and outside of the classroom. #ThankATeacher #EducationMatters

Happy #MothersDay! From the host moms in the United States and around the world, to the supportive moms who stay behind, and the hard-working moms who make international education and exchange programs happen. Thank you for all that you do!

Happy #Eid al-Fitr from the #KLYES family! Eid, Festival of Breaking the Fast, marks the end of Ramadan for millions of Muslims around the world. In many countries, it's a time for eating delicious meals with family and friends, and donating to charity. Share how you celebrate!

Apply for Virtual NSLI-Y and consider hosting an exchange student who speaks your target language!

Virtual NSLI-Y is an Educational & Cultural Affairs—U.S. Dept. of State program that provides U.S. teens a 10 wk beginner language and culture experience in 1 of 6 languages w/ a qualified language teacher and peers. Spread the word to teens you know interested in language study! rb.gy/osmcok

Bring the world to your family! Host families with young children gain a new big brother or sister, exposure to new cultures, and relationships that can span the globe and last a lifetime! inbound.americancouncils.org/current-studen…

#YESAlumni! Are you an innovator working on world-changing projects and ideas? Apply to the TED Fellows Program for a chance to receive professional coaching, educational programming and connections to a global network of industry leaders. Apply at bit.ly/3xwjhxl!

Today, we #CelebrateExchangeDay with Alliance for International Exchange! Exchanges represent a wide range of opportunities that promote cultural and language learning, academic studies, and professional development in a global context. Learn more about #ExchangeDay2021 at: bit.ly/2TNmvhx

Stay connected with American Councils and read our August Newsletter for updates on our global impact, alumni achievements, upcoming events, and application deadlines. Read the August Newsletter at: conta.cc/3jvz1MC

Did you know exchange students are placed in all 50 states, including Hawaii and Alaska? Read more about Kennedy-Lugar YES student Johnson from Liberia & his arrival to the island of Molokai! bit.ly/3F4qw40

To all the educators around the world making a difference inside and outside of the classroom - Happy #WorldTeachersDay!

🚨Attention adventurous American high school students!! The 𝗙𝗟𝗘𝗫 𝗔𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱 application is NOW OPEN!🚨 The deadline to apply is Wednesday, December 8, 2021. 🔗 Visit discoverflex.org/flex-abroad for the application and more information!⁣

American Councils is seeking volunteers to read youth exchange applications. A training workshop is required, subsequently, hours are flexible. For more information visit: americancouncils.org/get-involved/v… #Volunteer #ACGlobal #FLEXProgram #KLYES #NSLIY

Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day from the FLEX Alumni Program! #FLEXAlumni #ExchangeOurWorld

FLEX On-Program Students: Register for 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗹𝘆 by the first session this Saturday and receive a *𝚏𝚛𝚎𝚎 𝚜𝚠𝚊𝚐 𝚋𝚊𝚐*, including a custom print and stickers!⁣ ⁣ Visit tinyurl.com/mlmonthly to register!!⁣