The English Access Microscholarship Program (Access) provides a foundation of English language skills to talented 13-20 year-olds from economically disadvantaged sectors through after-school classes and intensive sessions. Access gives participants English skills that may lead to better jobs and educational prospects. Participants also gain the ability to compete for and participate in future exchanges and study in the United States.
Since its inception in 2004, approximately 95,000 students in more than 85 countries have participated in the Access Program.
The program happens in Binational Centers (BNCs). These are autonomous institutions dedicated to providing high-quality instruction in English and promoting mutual understanding between Brazil and the United States.
In addition to hands-on learning, interactive opportunities, and cultural and alumni programs, these BNCs provide the community with information about several programs available to students to learn the language.
A brand new branch for the Access initiative, this 200-hour program is implemented by American Spaces (BNCs) in the cities of Brasília, Salvador, Manaus, Recife, São Paulo, and Belém.
This is The 2019 program focuses on language skills and American culture, and 210 Brazilian in- or pre-service teachers will participate.