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Share your English.
Discover Côte d’Ivoire.
A conversation can open a world. Meet our learners in Abidjan, share your culture and help them feel more confident speaking English.
An invitation to participants from the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland—nearby, visiting or joining online.
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
A real connection
Your stories. Their confidence. A shared experience.
At American & British English Center, we help learners use English in real-life situations. We invite you to explore a cultural exchange built around genuine conversation, curiosity and mutual learning.
An ABEC coach helps prepare and guide the activities. You bring your perspective, interests and enthusiasm. Together, we agree on an experience suited to the learners and to you.
Find your way to connect
Near or far, start with a conversation.
Make a visit meaningful
Planning a trip to Côte d’Ivoire? Tell us your dates and explore a cultural exchange with our learners.
Connect from anywhere
Share a conversation or cultural topic online, with a schedule agreed across time zones.
What you could share
Bring English to life.
Conversations that build confidence
Everyday topics, small-group discussions and friendly speaking practice.
A window into your culture
Share stories, traditions and everyday life in your home country—and discover Ivorian perspectives.
Learning through shared activities
Language games, storytelling and guest workshops developed together with an ABEC coach.
A thoughtful start, with clear arrangements.
01 / Introduce yourself
Share your interests, availability and preferred way to participate.
02 / Plan together
ABEC reviews your inquiry and discusses the activities, audience and practical arrangements.
03 / Confirm your visit or session
Agree on the details before booking travel or making commitments.
Accommodation, meals, transport and any costs or compensation are discussed individually. Submitting an inquiry does not confirm a placement.
We would like to hear from you
Let’s create a meaningful exchange.
Whether you have an afternoon, a few weeks in Abidjan or time to connect online, tell us what you have in mind.
Cocody Angré Bessikoi, Cité Béthanie, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
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Your questions, answered.
Who is this invitation for?
This invitation is intended for participants from the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland who would like to share their culture and take part in English conversation activities. Each expression of interest is reviewed by ABEC before a visit or session is arranged.
Do I need to be a qualified teacher?
You can express interest in conversation and cultural activities without a teaching qualification. Tell us about any relevant experience. ABEC will discuss suitable activities with you; guest participation supports our coaches.
How much time should I offer?
Tell us what works for you: an occasional visit, a proposed series during your stay, or online sessions. Dates, duration, group and activities are agreed individually before participation.
Are accommodation, travel or meals provided?
No accommodation, meals, travel funding or visa sponsorship is promised on this page. Practical arrangements and any costs or compensation are discussed individually before an agreement.
Is this a U.S. government program?
This is an independent ABEC invitation to explore cultural exchange. It is not presented as a U.S. Embassy or government-sponsored placement.