In consultation with their host advisers, RSEP scholars conduct research in the humanities and social sciences in order to make meaningful contributions to the advancement of higher education in their specific fields of study in their home countries. ACIE and the Kennan Institute receive grants to administer the program. This program awards fellowships to government officials, NGO leaders, and other professionals from the NIS engaged in the political, economic, social, and educational transformation of their countries. Fellows are placed at U.S. universities, think tanks, NGO's or U.S. Government offices. Fellows conduct research on topics related to the transition to democracy, free markets, and the building of a civil society in their countries.
Fellowships are three, four, and six months.
Fellows are matched with a U.S. host adviser to guide their research, writing, professional development, and advocacy skills. IREX receives a grant to administer the program. English Center in Vanadzor. In 1999-2000, IREX will open new Internet access sites and will conduct new Internet content enrichment activities. The emphasis of the program is to increase mutual understanding through communication at the personal and professional levels.