America's Unofficial Ambassadors

We work at the grassroots level throughout the Muslim World to counter violent extremism before it takes hold, to promote tolerance and understanding, and to foster better relations with the United States.

Planting Seeds for Change: Earth Day at the Azrou Center

By Bridget Quinn Bridget Quinn (Semester of Service in Morocco) collaborated with her colleagues at Al Akhawayn University and the Azrou Center to organize an Earth Day celebration for her students! Check … Continue reading

April 29, 2016 · Leave a comment

Moroccan Photo Essay

By Bethlehem Belachew

September 2, 2015 · Leave a comment

Reflections

Having never visited a Muslim culture before, I am extremely aware of all I do not know—and that’s pretty much everything.

August 4, 2015 · Leave a comment

Jeopardy!

Bridges to Tajikistan Mosaic Grant recipient Amaris Prince reflects on her most memorable moment teaching English in Dushanbe.

July 31, 2015 · Leave a comment

Take a walk around Dushanbe with Amaris Prince!

Guilford College’s Amaris Prince describes her volunteer service in this vlog from Tajikistan. Watch below!

July 30, 2015 · Leave a comment

Citizen Diplomacy in Dushanbe

By Sammi Falvey Understanding the difference between what citizen diplomacy is and what the roles and responsibilities of citizen diplomats are can be difficult. On paper, citizen diplomacy is a … Continue reading

July 29, 2015 · Leave a comment

If I Were a Boy

2015 Summer Service Intern, Rob Handerhan’s blog “If I Were a Boy” was featured on Everyday Ambassador! Check out Rob’s insightful post.

July 22, 2015 · Leave a comment

Samantha Falvey Featured on Everyday Ambassador!

Unofficial Ambassador Samantha Falvey writes “Of Mountains and Mad Libs,” and her volunteer service in Tajikistan for Everyday Ambassador. Read her essay here: http://everydayambassador.org/2015/07/15/mountains-mad-libs/!

July 16, 2015 · Leave a comment

Dast-e Mohammad, Dost-e Mohammad

Mohammed’s Hand, Mohammed’s Friend By Robert Handerhan I leave my apartment early on Tuesday mornings to travel to IRODA, one of the leading centers for children with autism in Central … Continue reading

July 8, 2015 · Leave a comment

My Spiritual Exposure

By Bethlahem Belachew “Enti Muslima?” or “are you Muslim?” asked Walid, after I told him that I was fasting during Ramadan. “La” I answered, attracting half of the classes’ attention. … Continue reading

July 7, 2015 · Leave a comment