Deadline: July 6, 2026

The Office of Citizen Exchanges of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is pleased to announce an open competition for proposals to implement the FY 2026 Tech Youth program. Tech Youth is a new three-week, U.S.-based youth exchange that will equip young innovators with essential technical, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills to lead effectively and succeed in emerging industries. Participants will gain hands-on experience through job shadowing, site visits to U.S. companies, meetings with industry leaders, and intensive coursework and hands-on training. The program advances U.S. efforts to secure technological advantage over strategic competitors.

The program will support approximately 96 American and international participants from select countries worldwide (approximately 72 English-speaking international high school students and 24 U.S. high school students) in pre-exchange activities, the three-week U.S.-based exchange (to be conducted in summer 2027), post-exchange alumni engagement, and implementation of required capstone projects that address real-world economic and business challenges.

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Deadline: June 23, 2026

The purpose of the Teacher Quality Partnership (TQP) program is to improve student achievement; improve the quality of prospective and new teachers by improving teacher preparation and enhancing professional development to hold teacher preparation programs at institutions of higher education (IHEs) accountable for preparing teachers who meet applicable State certification and licensure requirements; and recruit highly qualified individuals into the teaching force. The TQP program also supports the use of Registered Apprenticeships as a high-quality, work-based learning pathway for preparing and credentialing new teachers based on demonstrated skill and merit, particularly in high-need schools and subject areas experiencing teacher shortages.

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These research priorities include adverse childhood experiences, child abuse and neglect, youth violence, intimate partner violence (including teen dating violence), sexual violence, suicide, and cross-cutting preventions (i.e. examining two or more of these priority topics). For more information, see https://www.cdc.gov/injury-violence-prevention/programs/research-priorities.html. Applicants are encouraged to explore multiple forms of interpersonal violence and/or suicide among children or youth, community factors that increase the risk of interpersonal violence and/or suicide, and the practical relevance of the research for prevention and intervention efforts.

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Are you a student looking for volunteer opportunities?

From international sporting events to historic anniversaries, 2026 is set to bring the world to Philadelphia like never before. Students who sign up for our Youth Diplomats program will have the opportunity to volunteer at special events across the city. Youth Diplomats will receive training on cultural diplomacy, Philadelphia history, and volunteer engagement to ensure Philly puts our best foot forward this year!

If you are hosting an event in 2026, let us bring our team of Youth Diplomats to ensure your team has time and energy to focus on delivering a strong impression for your visitors.

This program is free to participate, thanks to the generous support from and partnerships with the Philadelphia Funder Collaborative for the Semiquincentennial, America250PA, the City of Philadelphia, the School District of Philadelphia, Firstrust Bank, and PromoShop. This program is funded in part by the Philadelphia City Fund’s 2026 Milestone Grant Fund, supported by PECO.

Visit the link below for more information on how to become a Youth Diplomat or how to host them at your event!

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As workforce demands continue to evolve, this year’s symposium will explore how we can better support students on their journey from college access to college completion and ultimately into meaningful, family-sustaining careers. The day will feature thought-provoking discussions on workforce trends, higher education’s role in preparing students for the future of work, and practical strategies for strengthening career readiness and workforce pathways.

Featured speakers include:

• Heidi Tseu, Assistant Vice President for National Engagement, American Council on Education (ACE)
• Dr. Kate Shaw, Executive Director, Pennsylvania State Board of Higher Education
• Janai Raphael, Strategy Officer for Access, Lumina Foundation
• Opening Remarks from Dr. Ajay Nair, President, Arcadia University

The symposium will also feature interactive breakout sessions focused on career services, workforce readiness, employer engagement, and helping students navigate pathways to career success.

This event will be valuable for professionals working in college access, student success, K-12 education, higher education, workforce development, and related fields.

Please consider joining us—and feel free to forward this invitation to colleagues, partners, and others in your network who may benefit from the conversation.

Registration and additional information are available at: https://collegepreproundtable.org/springsymposium2026

Position Summary

The Events and Meetings Coordinator will be responsible for three objectives within the Foundation’s operational strategy:

• Learning Communities event planning, execution, and oversight
• Foundation event and meeting planning, execution, and oversight
• Front desk and shared administrative support

Events and Meetings Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Foundation event and meeting needs, including coordination, planning, and management of space needs and logistics, vendor management and contracts, catering, invites, RSVP response, coordination with lead staff and guest parties, building security, technology setup and operation, and all other event needs.
• Event Planning and Logistics: Independently manage all aspects of events, including venue selection, catering, décor, and on-site setup/teardown.
• Set-up and operate all audio-visual and technology needs for in-person, remote, and hybrid meetings and participants.
• Organize and coordinate annual organization planning activities including scheduling planning meetings, drafting agendas, managing meeting logistics, and coordinating meeting follow-up.
• Manage a Foundation-wide master calendar of meetings, events, and convenings to provide transparency and coverage for support.
• The Foundation utilizes an offsite meeting space located less than a half mile from our main office. The Events and Meeting Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and traveling between both locations on a daily/weekly basis, ensuring the offsite space is fully prepared for meetings and events, including maintaining adequate supplies and upkeep of shared spaces such as the kitchen and room setup.

Front Desk and Other Shared Administrative Responsibilities
Some of the duties may include:

• Front desk responsibilities include responding to all incoming telephone calls, taking accurate messages or routing as needed. Forwarding messages from general mailbox.
• Greet visitors and attend to their related needs and requests.
• Create a neat, organized, and welcoming reception area.
• Provide program and administrative staff with support in scheduling, meeting planning, travel arrangements (for staff and guests), staff business expense reimbursements, and other administrative needs.
• Operate office voice mail system, digital faxing needs, and postage meter.
• Handle all mail receipt, distribution, and deliveries (control sheets), with special attention paid to time sensitive material such as proposals. Date-stamp and forward mail in absence of Senior Administrative Support Specialist.
• Prepare and coordinate delivery/receipt for UPS, FedEx, etc.
• Serves as primary liaison to vendors and building management for routine maintenance and security requests.
• Maintains, tracks, and orders building/office access/key cards for current and new staff.
• Creates schedule for ensuring front desk coverage.
• Prepare morning coffee and maintain shared kitchen and common areas.

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Position Summary

The Communications Officer will focus on our Children and Families, Democracy and Civic Initiatives, and Workforce Training and Services grantmaking portfolios. This individual will be responsible for helping with strategy and execution for all communications activities for the those three grantmaking programs. As a Communications Officer, this work will include managing strategy as well as implementation of a communications plan, media relations, planning and execution of convenings, release of new research or evidence, and working with our Senior Digital and Social Media Associate on developing content for the web site and social media, as well as the production of any other digital content, and other activities. This position will also help offer strategic guidance to grantees of the three grantmaking programs on their individual efforts to promote WPF-funded work and will also support the programs’ learning communities. This position will also identify new venues for sharing information about the Foundation’s work and its grantees and will help manage relationships with outside consultants. The Officer will participate in select team activities with the expectation that s/he will become deeply immersed in the grantmaking work. Lastly, the Communications Officer will work with the Chief Communications and External Affairs Officer on developing a strategic plan to support the department’s expanding function around external affairs.

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This event is an opportunity for brothers, fathers, families, and community members to come together in support of health, wellness, connection, and healing within our communities.

Event Details:
Date: Friday, June 27, 2026
Location: Girard College
Address: 2101 S. College Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19121

To register for the Brothas Stroll please CLICK HERE

Please arrive by 9:00 AM to register and receive your event t-shirt before the walk begins.

Following the health walk, we will host a powerful community conversation for Fathers entitled “Weight of the Crown: The Silent Battles of Fatherhood”. This discussion will create space for fathers and men to openly engage in conversations around the pressures, responsibilities, emotional wellness, and lived experiences of fatherhood while building community support and brotherhood.

We encourage you to attend, invite others, and stand with us as we promote wellness, unity, and meaningful dialogue.

We look forward to walking with you and sharing in this important conversation.

This year, the Summer Supplement is being offered in an English and Spanish version, which includes links to Step Up to College activities, videos, and other college-going resources.

See the Guide and the supplement

The Director works collaboratively with senior leadership, including the Vice Dean; the faculty and staff Unitas Committee; students; and University partners to establish and execute a strategic vision that embeds Unitas values into all aspects of the Law School’s culture, operations, and educational mission. The Director actively engages with students, faculty, staff, and administrators and provides regular reports to the Vice Dean regarding the progress, effectiveness, and impact of Unitas initiatives.

The Director is charged with cultivating a law school community that is enlightened, compassionate, culturally competent, professionally skilled, and socially responsible.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

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The Foundation has historically focused on high school programs; the post-secondary effort is newer and rapidly evolving. The Post-Secondary Education Program prioritizes colleges with strong academic and support outcomes for lower-income students and degree programs aligned with clear career pathways and strong post-graduate earning potential. This role offers a unique opportunity to build partnerships, and directly impact college access, persistence, and career outcomes for underserved students.

As a fully remote position, the Director (Philadelphia) will need to possess strong time management and organizational skills. They must be able to work independently while also working collaboratively with colleagues in Philadelphia, Cleveland and Chicago. In-person meetings and school visits in the Philadelphia area will be required.

The ideal candidate is mission-driven, relationship-focused, and results-oriented. They must be passionate about expanding access to high-quality post-secondary opportunities and ensuring students succeed in college and beyond. They are comfortable building systems and contribute to the growth of a small but impactful organization.

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The Engagement Scholarship Consortium will hold its 2026 conference October 7-8 in Knoxville, Tennessee (pre-conference programs: October 5-6). Hosted by the University of Tennessee – Knoxville and the institutions of the ESC’s South Region, the conference is being organized around the theme “Changing Lives and Improving Society: Data-Driven Engagement and Innovation.” ESC 2026 will be a place for engaging conversations about the many ways we work collaboratively to define and build social and economic prosperity.

Pre-conference opportunities offer participants additional ways to connect, reflect, and strengthen their practice before the full conference begins. Designed for emerging scholars, university leaders, engagement professionals, and community-engaged practitioners, these sessions offer focused opportunities for professional development, peer learning, and deeper exploration of the work of engagement. This year’s featured pre-conference programs will include:

• Emerging Engagement Scholars Workshop (see application link above)
• Outreach and Engagement Practitioners Network Workshop
• Engagement Academy for University Leaders

Click the link below to learn more about registration rates and deadlines for attendees from ESC member institutions and other universities, students, and community partners.

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Registration deadline: September 30, 2026

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Our first webinar will be on Wednesday, June 17th, at 6:30 pm EST. The topic for this webinar will be, How We Vote: A History and Discussion of New Modalities and will feature Lendsey Achudi, the Executive Director at guides.vote, Bryce Bennett, Grassroots Director of the Mobile Voting Project, and one more panelist to be announced soon. The session will be moderated by Claire Adams, Outreach Director at guides.vote

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To address this gap, College Access: Research & Action (CARA) asked a group of first-generation and low-income young people in New York City to co-lead a research project on this topic by examining existing studies and conducting interviews with 65 of their peers. As documented in our new report, we observed two findings that challenge common narratives.

First, contrary to the past several years’ news coverage, we found that the vast majority of young people – about 75% – still want to go to college. This durable desire for college has recently been showing up in other studies, as more data shows that Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completions are going up, enrollments are increasing, and student experiences are significantly more positive than are accounted for by the general public’s concerns.

Second, we heard that “return on investment (ROI),” the framework of college value used by (too) many policymakers, doesn’t align well with how first-gen young people actually make decisions. This insight is unique to this research, so this blog will unpack three dimensions of this finding and why it matters.

Learn more on the NCAN Blog

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The Partnership for Student Success is excited to announce that the second annual PSS Summit will be held on Tuesday, October 6th in Washington, DC. Schools, districts, nonprofits, and higher education institutions are invited to join us to collaborate, network with peers, and celebrate their efforts to expand evidence-based supports for K-12 students, with a focus on high-impact tutoring, mentoring, student success coaching, postsecondary transition coaching, and wraparound/integrated student supports.

Registration will open in June 2026 and is free and required to attend the Summit.

We are seeking session proposals for the Summit both from members of our coalition and other interested parties. These workshop, panel, or roundtable sessions should expand attendees’ knowledge on relevant topics, foster collaboration, and/or highlight promising approaches to common implementation challenges.

We hope that you or a colleague will submit a session idea and attend the Summit in October.

The Partnership for Student Success Team

Based at the Everyone Graduates Center, Johns Hopkins University School of Education

LEARN MORE AND SUBMIT A PROPOSAL TO SPEAK BY JUNE 30

The Teaching & Learning Commons at Swarthmore College is pleased to invite you and your colleagues to the Teachers as Scholars Program. Teachers as Scholars provides K-12 teachers with professional development in the form of college seminars– at no cost to the participants. Unlike traditional PD, which relates directly to pedagogy or curriculum, Teachers as Scholars offers the opportunity for educators to explore important topics that may or may not relate to their area of teaching expertise, facilitated by Swarthmore College professors. We believe that working educators benefit and grow from protected time to be scholars.

This summer, Dr. Roseann Liu, Associate Professor of Educational Studies & Asian American Studies, will lead the seminar, The Death and Life of Great American Public Schools. Geared toward Philadelphia public school teachers, this two-day seminar will help us collectively make sense of current conditions of public education. We will explore contemporary struggles over school funding, closures, and toxic school facilities through the rubric of organized abandonment, situating these within the broader attack on public education in the last half century.

“The Death and Life of Great American Public Schools,”
Monday, July 20 9:30am-3:00pm
Monday, July 27 9:30am-3:00pm
Swarthmore College
McCabe Library 104, LibLab
500 College Ave.
Swarthmore, PA

**REGISTER HERE FOR THE SUMMER 2026 SEMINAR**

*Please register by Monday, June 22

Our program is part of a historic national project connecting higher education institutions to local teachers and is offered at no cost to educators or schools. We aim to have teachers from across the Philadelphia area attend these workshops and keep the cohorts small (usually 15-20 teachers) so that the experience is lively and intimate. We also provide breakfast and lunch. Administrators, please send this invitation to your K-12 educators. Educators, please send to your colleagues. We ask that you register only if you can commit to both dates of the seminars, for the full time period each day.

We look forward to working with you/ your teachers this year. Please be in touch with any questions.

During this event, public, private, and non-profit stakeholders discuss ways to improve Philadelphia’s aging housing stock.

Last year’s central question remains the same: “What is needed for [private, non-profit, and other governmental partners] to achieve Mayor Parker’s lofty goal of 30,000 new and preserved units through the H.O.M.E. Initiative?

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We are excited to personally invite you to the 2026 HIV Education Summit hosted by Philadelphia FIGHT.

This year’s theme, “HIV & Mental Health: The Hidden Connection,” will explore the critical relationship between mental health and HIV prevention, treatment, advocacy, and community wellness. Together, we will continue important conversations centered on healing, education, equity, and support for individuals and communities impacted by HIV.

2026 HIV Education Summit
Friday, June 12, 2026
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1321 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA

We are honored to welcome this year’s keynote speaker:

J. Deanna Wilson, MD, MPH

We are also proud to recognize this year’s Kiyoshi Kuromiya Award honorees:

Kiyoshi Kuromiya Awardee – Excellence in Visibility & Advocacy Leadership
AJ Scruggs

Kiyoshi Kuromiya Awardee – Excellence in Community Care
Andre H. Ford, PhD

Last year’s Summit brought together hundreds of community members, advocates, healthcare providers, educators, and leaders for a day of powerful dialogue, meaningful workshops, and community connection. We are looking forward to continuing that momentum with another engaging and impactful event this year.

Please register using the link below:

The 2026 HIV Education Summit – Registration – Philadelphia FIGHT

Additional details and programming updates will be shared as we get closer to the event date.

Thank you again for being part of our community. We look forward to welcoming you to the 2026 HIV Education Summit!