Improve your English, expand your network, and learn useful skills with America House Kyiv — your main resource for American culture, education, and information in the region.
Who we are and what we do?
America House Kyiv opened in 2015 with a mission to catalyze the prosperous and democratic future of Ukraine by investing in the great potential of Ukraine’s emerging leaders and strengthening ties between Ukrainians and Americans. Through the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine, America House is administrated by global development and education organization IREX.
Besides Kyiv, America House operates in Lviv and Odesa through nourishing spaces full of professional and personal growth opportunities that are the main resources in their regions for American culture and education.
America House Kyiv is an inclusive, technology-forward, visitor-friendly space that is built around U.S.-Ukraine shared values for local communities' empowerment, idea sharing, and collaboration. A dynamic team of twelve professionals creates a place for open dialogue, idea generation and innovation. America House organizes a wide variety of activities, including English-language programs, skill-building workshops, cultural events, art exhibits, concerts and more. America House is a space where you can think and work creatively, build cultural bridges and become a changemaker. All events, resources and opportunities we share are free.
Our physical space is currently closed, but you are welcome to join our activities online and at partners’ locations.
Since opening in 2015, America House Kyiv organized nearly 4220 events: 2793 in-person, 1071 virtual, and 356 blended programs.
120 918 people took part in our events at America House Kyiv space and approximately 498 239 participants joined our virtual programs.
Our activities
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Online Hub
America House Kyiv has a robust online presence so you can engage with programs and events through the livestreams and virtual meetings. Get your daily portion of interactive quizzes, resources, and interesting facts about both Ukraine and the U.S., discover what we are up to, and connect with our community through our social media pages.
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English language programs
Have fun practicing English with American speakers and learners of all levels. Meet native English speakers for informal conversations and discussion, as well as experience American culture, lifestyle, and traditions at our thematic events. With America House's English Language Resident Meagan, you will try out innovative and interactive approaches to language learning.
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Engaging events
Our team implements a wide range of activities, including English-language programs, skill-building workshops, cultural events, art exhibitions, concerts and civil society-led initiatives to engage emerging voices, active citizens, young leaders.
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Professional development
America House Kyiv organizes thematic cultural events, trainings, incubator-style programs and artistic collaborations to support Ukraine – U.S. cultural exchange, career development, and more. Joining our long-term incubator-style programs, such as MAP IT Mentoring Program, Windows to Success Career Club, or America House Youth Leadership Program, will allow you to master creative entrepreneurship and innovation skills and foster engagement in cultural, social, political, and economic life of Ukraine.
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User-friendly public space
America House Kyiv is a free, comfortable, tech-forward public space that hosts a wide variety of activities to encourage citizens to learn about the U.S., including discussions on pressing policy issues, a speaker series, workshops, movie nights, discussion clubs, art exhibits, and concerts. Our space is currently closed, but we hope to re-open soon, please stay tuned for the updates.
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Tech and innovation programs
Create, learn, explore, and share with Do-It-Yourself and digital tools that give everyone an opportunity to maximize innovative, creative, entrepreneurial, and scientific potential. America House Makerspace is the place where innovation and creativity thrive and where you can try top notch technology for educational, personal and business development needs. Our space is currently closed, but we hope to re-open soon, please stay tuned for the updates.
Equity — we believe that everyone has equal rights and opportunities.
Democracy — we are convinced that every voice is important, everyone involved can take part in decision-making.
Diversity — we accept and understand people regardless of their background.
Growth — our team members constantly develop, overcome challenges, and strive to improve personally and professionally.
Leadership — we invest in young emerging leaders and design activities that help broaden and develop skills needed for them to catalyze the prosperous and democratic future of Ukraine.
Creativity — our team has the freedom to innovate. Implementation of original ideas and openness to experiments are a part of our dynamic work environment.
Critical Thinking — we strive to build a more conscious society of young leaders and run events that promote media literacy, combat disinformation, and equip participants with necessary critical thinking skills.
Mutual respect — we respect each other on our team and community and value each other’s thoughts and opinions.