American Corners
American Corners: Bringing America's Message to the World
American Corners are dedicated information spaces hosted in schools, libraries, and other partner institutions worldwide. These partnerships help introduce visitors to the true story of the United States. By providing a multifunctional platform for public diplomacy programs and offering access to print, multimedia, and other materials. The American Corners help maintain open dialogue, counteract negative preconceptions, and build bridges of understanding. They represent the nation's long-standing commitment to spread the ideas and values of American democracy and civil society.
Building a Network of Communication
Currently, there are 413 American Corners: 164 in Europe and Eurasia, 59 in East Asia, 75 in Africa, 43 in South and Central Asia, 50 in the Middle East, and 22 in Latin America.
Enthusiasm for American Corners continues to grow as more visitors are exposed to their benefits. American Corners in the region include: