Format: Poster
For Earth Day on April 22, the 2018 Preserve the Earth poster illustrated by artist Cathie Bleck depicts marine species—dolphins, whales, birds, seals, crabs, tiny plankton along with many others—at risk from ocean debris.
Featured This Month
Preserve the Earth 2018: Protect Marine Species from Ocean Debris—Commemorative Postcard Set (English only)
Format: Postcards
A colorful set of six commemorative postcards feature our 2018 Preserve the Earth poster depicting marine species at risk from ocean debris. Five other Preserve the Earth posters from previous years complete this set.
Women’s History Month 2018—Free poster featuring Esperanza Spalding
Format: Poster
This free poster for Women’s History Month acknowledges her achievements and the achievements of all women in music.
About America
Musical Ambassadors: America Exports Jazz
Format: Poster
Beginning in the 1950s, the U.S. Department of State sent dozens of America’s greatest jazz musicians to tour the globe becoming known as “the Jazz Ambassadors.” Recognizing the cross-cultural appeal of jazz, American Jazz Ambassadors were able to transcend national boundaries, build new cultural bridges, and tell a larger story about freedom in America.
The Real Ambassadors_America Exports Jazz_Posters
Format: Poster
From the 1950s to the 1970s, jazz took the world by storm in response to popular jazz broadcasts such as Willis Conover’s Voice of America radio show, Music USA. The U.S. Department of State sent America’s greatest jazz musicians—“The Jazz Ambassadors—touring worldwide. These remarkable American jazz musicians were enthusiastically welcomed from Africa to the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Latin America.
Fourth of July Poster_2017 edition_English
Format: Poster
The U.S. marks its Independence Day on July 4, the day in 1776 when founding fathers approved the Declaration of Independence. Download your choice of PDF files of this free poster today!
Democracy
American Citizenship
Format: Book
Americans are bound together by the shared belief that individual liberty is essential to free government.
Democracy in Brief: In Brief Series
Format: Book
Democracy is more than just a set of specific government institutions.
Elections USA: In Brief Series
Format: Book
Free and fair elections are the cornerstone of any democracy. Elections give citizens a voice in their government in the most fundamental way: by deciding who governs.
Education
Mobile Education Driven by Smart Ideas—Technology in Education Series
Format: Pamphlet
A simple text message could be ideal for taking a math test for some schools today.
Priceless: The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
Format: Book
Many of the iconic places and powerful traditions that have shaped our civilization are under siege.
Study in the U.S.A.
Format: Book
U.S. colleges and universities differ in the academic programs, degrees they offer and campus life.
English Learning
Pop Culture Versus Real America—Learner English Series
Format: Book
The world is often misled by pop culture images of the United States.
Entrepreneurship
Crowdfunding: The Power of People—Business Beginnings Series
Format: Pamphlet
Crowdfunding harnesses the enthusiasm of social networks to raise money to fund a project.
Startup Smart: A Handbook for Entrepreneurs—Handbook Series
Format: Book
This handbook provides these tools and guidance for adventurous individuals who are “ready to ride the rocket ship” of being an entrepreneur.
Using Social Media to Grow Your Business—Business Beginnings Series
Format: Pamphlet
Business’s social media presence is like a conversation—casual and constantly changing.
Environment
Doing Well by Doing Good—Business Gives Back Series
Format: Pamphlet
Social entrepreneurs see social issues as opportunities to create positive change.
Global Water Issues
Format: Book
Besides being key to human survival, water is the fuel that drives economic and political stability.
Local Governments Take the Lead on Climate—Climate Action Goes Local Series
Format: Pamphlet
Local actions to counter climate change can serve as a “laboratory” for potential national policies.
Health
Why Are So Many Americans Overweight?—You Asked Series
Format: Pamphlet
An overabundant food economy promotes overeating.
Human Rights
Americans with Disabilities Act
Format: Pamphlet
The law prohibits discrimination by businesses and governments against people who have disabilities.
The Americans with Disabilities Act in Action—Working with Disabilities Series
Format: Pamphlet
Hiring qualified candidates who happen to have a disability has proved good for business.
Freedom from Fear: Creating Safe Spaces for LGBT Youth
Format: Pamphlet
LGBT youth around the world encounter many significant hardships.
Science & Technology
World Space Week: Exploring New Worlds in Space—2017
Format: Poster
Celebrate World Space Week 2017 by downloading this free colorful PDF poster which is available in two resolutions in eight languages. Learn about other new worlds at www.share.america.gov/topics/space and watch the video celebrating World Space Week 2017 on ShareAmerica.
Saving Food Saves Lives
Format: Pamphlet
To feed the world we need to reduce the amount of food lost in transit from farms to markets.
STEM: Making a Difference
Format: Pamphlet
Students engineer better drinking water for Detroit.
Women & Girls
Women’s History Month 2018—Free poster featuring Esperanza Spalding
Format: Poster
This free poster for Women’s History Month acknowledges her achievements and the achievements of all women in music.
Global Women’s Issues: Women in the World Today
Format: Book
We cannot solve global challenges unless women participate fully in efforts to find solutions.
Education and Training: Educating Women about Technology—Global Women’s Issues Series
Format: Pamphlet
Mobile phone technology has connected women and girls to market information and opportunities.