American Councils FLEX Uzbekistan

FLEX is an open, merit-based competition funded by the U.S. Department of State. All students who meet the official eligibility criteria are welcome to take part. There are no program fees and no required preparatory classes, nor are these sanctioned by the program funder or proven to increase chances of success. Please stay tuned for information about next FLEX competition cycle in August.

🎉 Celebrating 30 Years of FLEX! 🎉 On May 25, the FLEX 30th Anniversary Celebration brought together 55 alumni from various generations and regions. The celebration commenced with a warm welcome and heartfelt congratulations from Laura Brown, Counselor for Public Affairs of the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, and Will O'Roark, American Councils Uzbekistan Country Director. Six distinguished alumni shared their personal stories, highlighting how the program shaped their careers and lives. A big thank you to Bahodir Ayupov, Bek Abdullaev, Feruza Bobokulova, Oybek Hayitov, Zamira Ataniyazova, Yahyo Ziyaev, and Mushtariy Madrahimova for insights! The event provided a wonderful opportunity for alumni to reunite, reminisce about shared memories, and create new ones. 🌍✨ #FLEX30 #FLEXAnniversary #FLEXProgram #FLEXAlumni

Prom night🌟The school year is coming to an end, and some schools are already hosting proms. For exchange students on the FLEX program, it's not just a dance event. Prom is a celebration of a transformative journey in America, lifelong friendships, and the memories that will forever be cherished 💃🕺✨ #FLEXProgram #ExchangeYear #MemoriesForLife

The FLEX team wishes you all a blessed and happy Eid-al-Fitr! 💫 Sending you warm wishes, happiness, and prosperity on this joyous occasion. 🕌 FLEX jamoasi barchangizni Ramazon Hayiti bilan tabriklaydi! 💫 Ushbu muqaddas ayyomda sizga ezgulik va farovonlik, sog'liq va kuch tilaymiz.🕌 Команда FLEX поздравляет всех с праздником Рамазан Хайит! 💫 Желаем вам добра и благополучия, здоровья и жизненной энергии. 🕌 #EidUlFitr #RamadanBlessings #FLEXUzbekistan

Happy Navruz from the FLEX Alumni community! In the spirit of festivity, our alumni recently gathered for a fun picnic in the Japanese garden of Tashkent. 🌸 FLEX community remains active even after completing the program graduation through mentorship, networking opportunities, and community engagement. FLEX Alumni work together to continue their goals of cultural exchange. #FLEXProgram #FLEXUzbekistan #FLEXAlumni #HappyNavruz #SpringCelebration

Happy Navruz from the FLEX Alumni community! In the spirit of festivity, our alumni recently gathered for a fun picnic in the Japanese garden of Tashkent. 🌸 FLEX community remains active even after completing the program graduation through mentorship, networking opportunities, and community engagement. FLEX Alumni work together to continue their goals of cultural exchange. #FLEXProgram #FLEXUzbekistan #FLEXAlumni #HappyNavruz #SpringCelebration

It has already been a busy Civic Education week for the second group of participants! The students filled their time with sessions on media literacy and disability rights, leadership workshops, embassy visits, and a tour of monuments. Thank you to our FLEXers for their enthusiasm and commitment to making a difference! 🌍 #FLEXProgram #FLEXUzbekistan #CivicEducation

🎉 Congratulations to all the finalists and alternates of FLEX 24-25! 🌟 Thank you to everyone who participated! For those who are interested in the next year’s application process, FLEX Program interest form is now open. Sign up to receive a reminder notification on your email. See you next application cycle in August😉 🚀 #FLEX2425 #Congratulations

Embracing cultural diversity is at the heart of the FLEX program! 🌎 Here are some cultural tips for our participants: 1. Attend local events and festivals to experience diverse traditions. 2. Share your own cultural stories and traditions with your host community. 3. Be open-minded and curious. Ask questions to learn more about others. How do you plan to immerse yourself in cultural exchange? Share your thoughts! #FLEXProgram #CulturalTips #FLEXCulture #FLEXUzbekistan

FLEX students participating in the Civic Education Workshop were invited to the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Washington, DC. 💬 Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the U.S. Furqat Sidiqov says: "Grateful for the opportunity to meet with @FLEXProgram students from Uzbekistan currently studying at high schools in #California, #Ohio, #Oklahoma, #Indiana, #Iowa & #Pennsylvania. Huge gratitude to @AC_Global for organizing this invaluable academic year in the United States." @ambassador_furqat_sidiqov 🌍 #FLEXProgram #FLEXUzbekistan #CivicEducation #EmbassyUzbekistan