The U.S. Embassy in Singapore is facilitating communication between its officials and the local community through the Embassy Speakers Program. This initiative aims to enhance understanding of the United States among Singaporean audiences, including schools, universities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and various groups across Singapore. It also seeks to foster dialogue and exchange ideas between Americans and Singaporeans.
Embassy representatives are available to discuss a range of topics such as "Singapore-U.S. Relations," "U.S.-South East Asia Relations," "the Role of the U.S. Embassy," "Life and Culture in the United States," and "Studying in the United States." The program encourages suggestions for other discussion topics as well. These speakers provide background information on selected subjects and engage audiences in meaningful discussions. They can accommodate different group sizes, from small classrooms to large gatherings. While this service is free, speaker availability is not guaranteed.
Those interested in participating can send a request to Singaporespeakers@state.gov.
Additionally, the U.S. Embassy offers briefings for visiting U.S. university groups, emphasizing the importance of informing American citizens about embassy policies and programs in Singapore. These briefings cover general embassy operations, country background information, and U.S. foreign policy regarding Singapore and ASEAN.
Due to its status as a federal workplace, briefing availability depends on staff schedules and room space at the embassy. Requests should be made at least 20 business days before the intended visit date. Once scheduled, organizers must submit personal details for all participants before attending a briefing session. Electronic devices are prohibited inside the embassy premises.
To arrange a briefing with the embassy, requests should be sent to Singaporespeakers@state.gov with details including school name, study program, number of attendees, and preferred date for the briefing.