by Laine Cavanaugh | Jun 22, 2020 | Alliance Commentary
Washington, DC – On June 22, 2020, the White House issued a proclamation suspending entry into the United States of people participating in the Au Pair, Camp Counselor, Intern, Summer Work Travel, Teacher, and Trainee programs through December 31, 2020. “The Alliance...
by Laine Cavanaugh | Mar 18, 2020 | Alliance Commentary
We share your concerns as the situation regarding COVID-19 rapidly evolves. The Alliance remains committed to the health, safety, and welfare of international exchange sponsors, participants, and the general public. Please follow links below for key resources on the...
by Laine Cavanaugh | Jan 28, 2020 | Alliance Commentary
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the international exchange community is facing overwhelming challenges. As the situation evolves, it is more important now than ever to connect to stakeholders in the exchange community.
by Laine Cavanaugh | Nov 22, 2019 | Alliance Commentary
Program Fellow Gabrielle Cascio shares her experience as an international educator in Romania, as part of the celebration of International Education Week.How did you decide to go abroad initially?Ever since I can remember, I have known that I wanted to travel, study,...
by Laine Cavanaugh | Sep 27, 2019 | Alliance Commentary
The 2019 Comprehensive Annual Report on Public Diplomacy & International Broadcasting, released by the U.S. Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy (ACPD) annually, assesses the major Public Diplomacy and global media activities conducted by the U.S. Department of...
by Laine Cavanaugh | Sep 17, 2019 | Alliance Commentary
As published in the Daily Progress on September 15, 2019. At age 7, I attended summer camp for the first time. I don’t remember much else, but I vividly remember the camp counselors. They seemed impressively mature and exceedingly cool. To add to their impact, my...