Resources

American Corners  

The "American Corner" is a United States Department of State-sponsored initiative inaugurated worldwide more than 10 years ago. The concept originated in Russia in October 2000 and today there are over 365 American Corners worldwide.

"American Corner" is a small, American-style libraries located within a local partner organization, usually a library.  Friendly, accessible space, open to the public, American Corner is a joint partnership project that promotes cooperation and understanding between the United States and Morocco.

It serves as regional resource centers for information and programs highlighting American culture, history, current events, and government. "American Corners" typically host discussion groups, seminars, digital video conferencing (DVCs), poster exhibits, and meetings with U.S. and local specialists on a wide range of American-focused topics. They act as a regional repository for the use of American-themed books, videos, DVDs, and CD-ROMs and provide free internet access and educational materials.

American Corner also offers local English instructions with an extensive collection of English Teaching materials which are frequently used by local students, teachers and U.S Peace Corps Volunteers.

It also offers American speakers on a variety of topics and host a range of classes, clubs and activities. Amercian speakers have discussed topics as varied as U.S Sports, the U.S Constitution, U.S exchange programs, holiday traditions in the U.S., and more. Many of the American Corners sponsor clubs, such as American music, poetry clubs, and video clubs, which allow people to practice their English or just learn more about American culture and traditions.

Operated as partnerships, the U.S. provides equipment and materials while host institutions provide staffing and the free use of space.

For more information about American Corners in Morocco, please contact the U.S Embassy Cultural Affairs Assistant Mohammed Guedira at 0537 668-185 or contact the American Corners staff directly using the informatioin provided below.