The purpose of the English Access Microscholarship Program (Access program) is to make the study of English more accessible to adolescents from an economically disadvantaged background. In addition to working on their language skills, the participants of the program become familiar with the aspects of US culture and develop deeper understanding of current issues in North American society. Greater sensitivity to cultural differences, coupled with the acquired language skills, enable the participants to take advantage of the opportunities that had previously been unavailable to them.
The program works with more than 400 economically-underprivileged students aged 13-17 in 18 locations of Georgia, providing after-school English classes, summer schools and enrichment activities at no cost to the students and enhancing English language skills thereby developing increased self-confidence, stronger critical thinking skills, and increased opportunities for study or employment.
Program is funded by US Embassy in Georgia and implemented in partnership with local NGO partners in the the regions of Georgia.
