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Celebration of the FLEX Program 25th Anniversary

On November 3, American Councils organized a reception for 20 senior FLEX alumni to honor FLEX Program 25th Anniversary at the U.S. Embassy Cultural Affairs Officer’s residence.

Among the guests were the American Councils and U.S. Embassy Representatives. In the beginning of the reception, American Councils Country Director, Toni Tashev delivered a welcoming speech, during which he highlighted the impact the program has had on Turkmenistan and achievements of FLEX alumni.

Sarah Belousov, the U.S. Embassy Cultural Affairs Officer also welcomed the alumni and updated them on resources available at the U.S. Embassy to support alumni activities. A FLEX Program Coordinator, Tatyana Kopytova encouraged alumni to promote a spirit of voluntarism in the country.

Throughout the evening, the alumni played various games ranging from improve games to traditional American board games. Closer to the end of reception, the FLEX Alumni Coordinator conducted a lottery, during which five alumni received memorable gifts. The celebration ended with the cake and words of praise about the impact of FLEX Program on community.

FLEX 2018-19 Results!

American Councils for International Education is proud to announce the results of the FLEX Secondary School Exchange Program 2018-2019 program cycle in Turkmenistan.

FINALISTS
FINALISTS
Student Last Name Student First Name Student Middle Name City / School #
Amanova Aylara Dmitriyevna Ashgabat, 64
Ashyrov Gundogdy Allanazarovich Anev, 16
Ashyrov Ahmet Nurmuhamedovich Anev, 16
Eymirov Dovran Amanyazovich Turkmenbashy, 14
Hydyrova Amangul Myratgeldiyevna Balkanabat, 1
Jumayev Oguzhan Serdar egly Ashgabat, 75
Karayeva Aya Vyacheslavovna Ashgabat, 41
Kerimova Zhasmina Muzafarovna Turkmenabat, 11
Kravets Anastasiya Igorevna Balkanabat, 1
Kutlumuradova Maftuna Azamatovna Dashoguz, 10
Mammedova Maral Bayramgeldiyevna Mary,18
Rejepova Leyli Rejepovna Turkmenbashy, 13
Seyidov Yusup Osmanovich Mary, 24
Stolbennikov Vladimir Andreevich Mary, 22
Tolegova Jeren Bayramovna Turkmenabat,2
Alternates
Alternates
Abdyyeva Ayjemal Olegovna Ashgabat, Rus-Tur
Arushanova Elina Avagimovna Ashgabat, 60
Atayeva Leyla Shaguliyevna Turkmenbashy, 14
Bayramova Zarina Bayramovna Serdar, 3
Hasanova Sevara Ikramovna Dashoguz, 10
Hojalyyev Govshut Orazmuhammedovich Mary velayat, vil. Turkmenbashy, 1
Klycheva Ayna Jorayevna Turkmenabat, 11
Kuliyev Merdan Astanberdiyevich Kerki, 7
Kurbanov Kemal Ezizovich Turkmenbashy, 14
Muhammedov Dayanch Merdanovich Ashgabat, 41

FLEX continues to be administered in Turkmenistan. 438 students participated in the testing from all Turkmenistan.

Finalists in the competition will have the opportunity to live with an American family and study in an American high school during the 2018-2019 school year.

The FLEX program pays for all travel, housing and living expenses for program participants with all funding generously provided by the Government of the United States of America. FLEX testing is open to all high school students who meet the requirements of the program including students with disabilities. More than 300 disabled students have participated in FLEX over the program’s history, including 6 from Turkmenistan.

The next FLEX testing cycle for the 2019-2020 school year will likely begin in fall 2018, after the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan provides permission for the program. Students, teachers, and parents should check our website or call our office in August of 2018 for details on testing dates, student eligibility requirements, and special testing opportunities for students with disabilities.

Best wishes to all the Finalists on their exchange year and good luck to applicants to the 2019-2020 cycle next Fall!