Karachi: The US Consulate General celebrated the launch of the English Access Scholarship Program for 2024 in Karachi. This initiative will provide English language classes to 200 students, equipping them with essential skills to thrive in a globalized world.
At the launch event, Consul General Scott Urbom highlighted the program’s significance as a gateway to new opportunities. “By enhancing their English proficiency, these students are opening doors to new academic and career prospects,” he stated. He added that the program will not only focus on language skills but also promote an understanding of American culture and values.
CG Urbom expressed gratitude to the dedicated teachers, coordinators, and staff at Evolution, the program’s implementing partner, as well as to the academic partners, including Sindh Madressatul Islam University, University of Sufism and Modern Sciences Bhitshah, and Sindh Agriculture University, Umerkot, for their commitment to the students’ success.
Sponsored by the Regional English Language Office at the US Mission in Pakistan, this two-year program will offer English language training through afterschool and intensive classes to academically gifted but economically disadvantaged students aged 13 to 20.
Through the Access program, students will gain insight into US culture and democratic values, enhancing their ability to contribute to Pakistan’s socio-economic development and improving their chances of participating in future US exchange and academic programs.
The English Access Scholarship Program reflects the US government’s ongoing commitment to supporting educational initiatives in Pakistan and empowering young people to succeed in an interconnected world. Since its inception in 2004, the program has benefited approximately 8,000 students across Sindh and Balochistan, equipping them with the skills needed for global success.
