The AMERICA250 U.S. Speaker program will support global exchanges with approximately 530 american participants from all 50 states, underscoring america 'S values, excellence, and principles

World Learning Inc. received a $2.25 million Cooperative Agreement from the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs under the ECA U.S. Speaker Program (CFDA 19.440) awarded on September 30, 2025, with completion targeted for September 30, 2026. Under this award, World Learning Inc. administers approximately 530 international speaker exchange programs that deploy American experts and professionals to engage foreign audiences on topics aligned with U.S. foreign policy objectives. The organization manages all administrative aspects of the program, including recruitment of speakers from all 50 states, travel and visa arrangements, financial disbursement, materials coordination, and performance evaluation reporting.

The U.S. Speaker Program supports both in-person speaking engagements lasting three days to three weeks and virtual programming formats delivered through U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide. Programming includes lectures, workshops, seminars, training series, and consultancy services designed to foster mutual understanding between the United States and international audiences while establishing lasting relationships between American experts and foreign decision-makers. For this funding cycle, the program emphasizes celebration of America's values, excellence, and principles through direct cultural and educational exchanges with international participants.