American Muslims are advancing in U.S. society and are more likely than other members of the population to open a business or work full time, according to a new survey.
Signing From the Highest Levels of Government
In the United States, federal sign language interpreters communicate government news and events to deaf and hard-of-hearing Americans every day.
By Lenore T. Adkins Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of State held its first Sign@State Symposium, a virtual event for deaf and hard-of-hearing people considering careers in the department. Vice President Harris’ office uses sign language interpreters, too. At the White House, Elsie Stecker and Lindsey Snyder work as American Sign Language (ASL)…
A Unified Push Against Hate and Violence
We have to stand united against hate-fueled violence,” President Biden said September 15 as he gathered community, government and faith leaders at the White House to build bridges and address hate and division.
We have to stand united against hate-fueled violence,” President Biden said September 15 as he gathered community, government and faith leaders at the White House to build bridges and address hate and division.
6 Outstanding Americans Educated at Historically Black Colleges and Universities
The U.S. Department of Education recognizes 101 schools as historically Black colleges and universities.
The U.S. Department of Education recognizes 101 schools as historically Black colleges and universities.
Meet the First Hispanic Woman To Serve as a U.S. College President
From a young age, Juliet Garcia knew that education was the most important thing.
From a young age, Juliet Garcia knew that education was the most important thing.
The U.S. Sees a Rise in Latino Surnames
There are now more Garcias in the United States than there are Millers or Davises.
There are now more Garcias in the United States than there are Millers or Davises.
Helping Cambodian Farmers Grow Their Businesses
Chun Sokhom, a farmer in Cambodia, was able to get her eggplants to market in Phnom Penh when a U.S. government program helped connect her with Lach Nam, a vegetable buyer.
Chun Sokhom, a farmer in Cambodia, was able to get her eggplants to market in Phnom Penh when a U.S. government program helped connect her with Lach Nam, a vegetable buyer.
Advancing Workers’ Rights Through Trade
“Together with our allies, we must create high-standard trade agreements that empower workers”
“Together with our allies, we must create high-standard trade agreements that empower workers”
Helping Farmers in Syria Tackle the Food Crisis
Here is how USAID helped wheat farmers in northeast Syria improve access to food:
Here is how USAID helped wheat farmers in northeast Syria improve access to food:
Working To Deliver a Truly Worldwide Web
During the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of people went online for work and school and to connect with family and friends. Yet more than 2.9 billion people still lack access to the internet, according to the United Nations.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of people went online for work and school and to connect with family and friends. Yet more than 2.9 billion people still lack access to the internet, according to the United Nations.
U.S. Medal Winner Transforms Study of Higher Mathematics
“I was pretty good at most subjects except math”
“I was pretty good at most subjects except math”
U.S. Feed the Future Program Expands in 8 African Countries
Justine Konde wanted to remove pests from her small farm in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, especially the pesky fall armyworm that damages her crops.
Justine Konde wanted to remove pests from her small farm in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, especially the pesky fall armyworm that damages her crops.
How a Boy From Miami Met the President of Algeria
For 12-year-old Matthew Hill, 2022 has been a year of many firsts. His first passport, first travel outside of the United States and first time speaking these words: “It’s an honor to meet you, Mr. President.”
For 12-year-old Matthew Hill, 2022 has been a year of many firsts. His first passport, first travel outside of the United States and first time speaking these words: “It’s an honor to meet you, Mr. President.”
America’s Unwavering Support for Nuclear Nonproliferation
“The United States stands ready to work with all partners to ensure a safer and more prosperous world for everyone,” Scheinman says in his blog. “None of us can afford to do any less.”
“The United States stands ready to work with all partners to ensure a safer and more prosperous world for everyone,” Scheinman says in his blog. “None of us can afford to do any less.”
Stepping up the Fight Against Illegal Fishing
The United States and international partners are increasing efforts to stop illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing to protect global food supplies and the environment.
The United States and international partners are increasing efforts to stop illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing to protect global food supplies and the environment.
Native Americans Protect Heritage, Connect Visitors to Nature at U.S. Parks
Tribal leaders are shaping the future of public lands and national parks across the United States.
Tribal leaders are shaping the future of public lands and national parks across the United States.