Additional Resources

"Fulbright Teacher Exchanges are programs of the U.S. Department of State, funded by the U.S. Congress.  Through these professional learning programs, elementary and secondary educators, in the United States and around the world, develop their educational practice and bring global knowledge, skills and perspectives to their schools. Educators forge lasting connections and prepare their students to be future leaders, equipped to work with others around the world to address global challenges." 

"The Alliance for International Exchange is an association that represents organizations and companies comprising the educational and cultural exchange community in the United States, and serves as its only collective public policy voice.  The mission of the Alliance is to promote the growth and impact of exchange programs and the effectiveness of its members.  It engages in advocacy, provides member development opportunities, and builds public awareness of the power of exchange.  The Alliance adheres to, promotes, and expects the highest ethical standards of professional practice among its members.  Standards of professional practice include: understanding and complying with government laws and regulations; providing participants with high quality programs; offering the fullest possible equality of opportunity; and treating all individuals with dignity. The Alliance and its members adhere to a Code of Conduct and strive to avoid any action that may discredit the organization, its membership, or the profession."

Located in Nashville, TN, Global Educational Concepts, Inc. (GEC) is a designated sponsor of the U.S. Department of State’s cultural exchange programs.  We fully support and believe in the public diplomacy opportunities these exchange programs offer our participants, host families and host organizations.  We seek to provide the best service and support possible to the young people who participate in our programs, while adhering to the regulations that govern these programs.  Our program participants can be found living, working, and training all across the U.S.

"The benefits of global education are endless – by becoming a part of our educator network, you’re taking the first step toward fostering intercultural competency in your classroom and beyond. You’ll also receive our quarterly Global Educator Newsletter to stay up to date on opportunities and resources for you, your students, and your colleagues." 

Go Overseas is an organization that strives "to educate, inspire, and empower our community to pursue perspective-changing travel" through 8 core values:  put community first, learn constantly, act with intention, care intensely, be data driven, default to transparency, innovate courageously, and give warm fuzzies.  They have several different programs to choose from like study abroad, teach abroad, volunteer abroad, and many more!