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USAID Celebrates International Literacy Day

Today, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) celebrates International Literacy Day, a worldwide recognition of the importance of reading.
September 8, 2022
Press Release

Special Opportunity for USAID Higher Education-Affiliated Awardees

USAID’s Research Division (formerly the Center for Development Research), is seeking applications from USAID higher institution-affiliated Awardees interested in receiving technical support in translating the results of their USAID-funded projects into development impact.
July 21, 2022
Opportunity

USAID’s Joshua Josa Winning the 2022 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal People’s Choice Award

The award is a testament to Josh’s tireless work on behalf of children living with disabilities and a wonderful example of USAID’s values and commitment to impacting lives around the world for the better.
August 5, 2022
Press Release
March 26, 2018

Julie Cram Appointed as Senior Coordinator of United States International Basic Education Assistance

The President announced Julie Cram’s appointment as Senior Coordinator of United States International Basic Education Assistance. Julie also serves as Deputy Assistant Administrator in the Bureau for Economic Growth, Education and Environment, where her portfolio includes the Office of Education and Local Sustainability. The Senior Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the development of a comprehensive U.S. Government Strategy on Basic Education, as mandated by The READ Act. 
Reading & Literacy
February 21, 2018

Global Book Alliance Launches

This year, International Mother Language Day also marked the launch of the Global Book Alliance, a partnership of donor agencies, multilateral institutions, and civil society organizations that are committed to bringing books to every child in the world by 2030. The Alliance seeks to improve that book chain from the ground up, rebuilding and reinforcing links across the board.
September 8, 2017

U.S. Congress Passes the READ Act

The United States Congress passed the Reinforcing Education Accountability in Development or READ Act into law, strengthening oversight and coordination of U.S. Government resources and activities promoting international basic education.