On June 7, 2026, in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, the C5+O.N.E. (Opening Networks Through English) program celebrated the graduation of 55 Cohort 5 participants, marking the successful completion of nine months of intensive professional English language training, practical learning opportunities, and cross-sector networking.

The event brought together distinguished guests, including Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs Sarah Rogers, U.S. Ambassador to Turkmenistan Elizabeth Rood, representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, and colleagues from the U.S. Embassy in Ashgabat.

In her remarks, Under Secretary Rogers highlighted the importance of English as a powerful tool for communication, professional growth, and global engagement, emphasizing its role in creating opportunities and connecting people across cultures and borders.

“I’m really delighted by the C5+O.N.E. program which extends to you one of the great planks of American culture which is the English language.”

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On February 21, 2026, C5+O.N.E. (Opening Networks Through English) convened the Cohort 5 National Networking Event in Ashgabat, bringing together almost 50 participants, including current cohort members, U.S. Embassy representatives, and program leadership, for an event dedicated to applied learning, professional exchange, and networking.

The event opened with welcoming remarks from Daniel Riffle, Public Diplomacy Officer at the U.S. Embassy Ashgabat, followed by program leadership. Speakers highlighted the strategic role of English-language programming in strengthening professional capacity, supporting cross-sector collaboration, and advancing shared U.S.–Central Asia priorities. Remarks also recognized the broader context of the C5+1 partnership and the milestone of the United States’ 250th anniversary, underscoring the enduring foundations of cooperation and mutual engagement.

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