Department of State sets up social networking site to promote cultrual exchnage
The Department of State, through the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has recently launched a new social networking site called Exchanges Connect. The purpose of it is for people from around the world to meet, freely express their opinions and learn about cultural exchange.
Like any social networking site, people can post their photos and videos and participate in discussions. In order to join, you must register through a simple process by providing a name, date of birth and email address. I joined so that I could explore it.
I learned that the site currently has 1,659 members from around the world. There are many groups you can join once you register such as a Fulbright group and a Youth Assembly at the United Nations. It truly is an international site as I saw blog posts from Bangladesh, Ireland, Macedonia and Iraq. Most people who are participating appear to be students.
The site provides a significant amount of information on international exchange programs and grants. It is a great way for people to meet, develop international friendships and learn about opportunities. I hope people will take advantage of it.
