🌎 May 25 — Africa Day

On this day in 1963, leaders of independent African states gathered in Addis Ababa, laying the foundation for greater unity and cooperation across the African continent.

This date became a symbol of the aspirations of African nations for freedom, self-determination, and development.

Today, Africa is home to 54 countries, thousands of languages, extraordinary cultural diversity, and immense potential for future growth.

Africa is also an important part of international exchange and professional cooperation. Participants from African countries are regular representatives in our fellowship programs, bringing valuable experience.

Another important milestone will be the upcoming Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow this autumn, creating new opportunities for international cooperation and partnership.

Africa Day is a reminder of the importance of mutual respect, preserving cultural heritage, dialogue, and equal partnership across borders 🕊🌟

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🔐Language Opens the World

Specially for participants of the 6th InteRussia Fellowship in Russian Language, the strategic session «Language Opens the World» was held at the Pushkin State Russian Language Institute — inspired by the words of the Institute’s founder, first rector and president, Academician Vitaly Kostomarov: «Language opens the world to us».

The event took place as part of the Institute’s spring academic session «Philological Universe».

During the session, fellows presented projects aimed at promoting the Russian language internationally:

✨ Team Eureka introduced «Russian Soul» — a unified platform for everyone passionate about the Russian language.

✨ Group Philologinis presented a film studio project «Lukomorye».

✨ Philolovers showcased «LingvoFriend» — an initiative designed to bring Russian into urban spaces through murals, graffiti and street art.

✨ Group Logos presented «Russian Season» — an international theatre competition for school and university students based on Russian literature and culture.

New ideas, creative formats, and one shared mission — opening the world through language ✨

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What if your next stage is Moscow? 🎭

Sunday is the last day to apply for the InteRussia Fellowship in Theatre Arts.

This fellowship is your chance to immerse yourself in Russia’s theatre, gain experience and connect with industry professionals in Moscow.

📍 Swipe through the cards to see what’s waiting for you in the program — and make sure to submit your application before the deadline.

⏳ The deadline for submitting applications is May 31, 23:59

The InteRussia Fellowship in Theatre Arts is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund, GITIS and TV BRICS International Media Network. The programme is implemented as part of Rossotrudnichestvo’s flagship New Generation initiative with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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The InteRussia Fellowship in Medicine Concludes at the Gorchakov Fund  ⤵️

On 29 May, the Gorchakov Fund hosted the closing ceremony of the InteRussia Fellowship in Medicine, implemented in cooperation with Sechenov University.

Over the course of the programme, young medical professionals from Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Morocco, Serbia, Turkmenistan, and Vietnam worked alongside leading Russian experts, gaining hands-on experience in research, laboratory work, and clinical practice.

The participants were addressed by:

📌 Lyana Dymova, Academic Programs Coordinator at the Gorchakov Fund
📌 Mark Taratkin, Head of Academic Cooperation at the International Office of Sechenov University

Lyana Dymova highlighted the role of medicine as a bridge between nations:

«Medicine is not just a science; it is a universal language that brings people together regardless of their cultural, geographical, or political differences. Through programs like these, we build not only strong professional connections and an expert community, but also contribute to strengthening trust».

Mark Taratkin emphasized the importance of maintaining the connections established during the fellowship:

«We are really looking forward not to saying goodbye, but to developing bridges between us. The connections established during this fellowship can become the foundation for future partnerships between your universities and Sechenov University».

Throughout the fellowship, participants:

⏺worked closely with Sechenov University researchers and supervisors
⏺gained hands-on experience in laboratories, research centres and academic departments
⏺enhanced professional knowledge and practical skills in medicine and healthcare
⏺created new opportunities for future academic and scientific cooperation

The InteRussia programme in medicine is implemented by the Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and Sechenov University, with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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