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The English-Speaking Union
Creating global understanding through English
What is the ESU?
The ESU is an independent, non-political,
educational charity with members throughout the UK, USA and
over 50 other countries. Its purpose is to create global understanding
through English at a time when English is positioned as the
increasingly shared language of an interdependent world. For
millions it is the key to personal achievement in the arts,
business, politics and technology. The language has never
been more needed, its uses more varied, its contribution to
international friendship and co-operation more vital.
The ESU's response is to work through people-to-people exchanges,
scholarships, debating and public speaking activities, conferences,
seminars and national and international programmes made possible
by the generosity, interest and expertise of its members worldwide.
Our commitment is to create international understanding
and to promote human achievement through the world-wide use
of the English language. We aim:
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to promote English in international
public speaking and debate for the support of world-wide
communication and dialogue |
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to encourage the enjoyment and constructive
use of English through educational programmes |
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to provide a forum for international
friendship through our support of the world-wide network
of ESUs and the provision of secretariat facilities for
the International Council at our headquarters at Dartmouth
House, London |
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to initiate and administer international
youth exchange and work experience schemes |
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to focus on key current affairs issues
through regular international conferences, seminars and
meetings |
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to provide and create cultural activities |
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to faciliate and assist the establishment
and recognition of ESUs world-wide |
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to ensure the co-ordination and coherence
of our activities through the skill and dedication of
our staff and voluntary helpers |
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to make full use of the enthusiasm
and support of our members |
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to work in close and innovative partnership
with our corporate members and sponsors. |
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