American Council of Teachers of Russian
The American Council of Teachers of Russian (ACTR) was founded in 1974 as an association of language and area professionals involved with Russian language, literature and linguistics. Membership is open to all persons with an interest in the study and teaching of the Russian language. Since 1998 ACTR has been a division of American Councils for International Education: ACTR/ACCELS, which focuses its expertise on academic exchange as well as curriculum, research, and related areas. ACTR members receive the ACTR Letter (published four times per year) and the Russian Language Journal (an annual scholarly journal), and they are eligible to enroll students in ACTR award programs and contests and to take part in other ACTR programs and activities.
ACTR Anti-Harassment Policy Statement
The American Council of Teachers of Russian is committed to providing a harassment-free environment in all of its meetings, activities, professional fora and communications, whether in-person or digital, and regardless of the gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, home language, race, age, religion, citizenship status or other factors relating to personal or group identity of participants. The organization will not tolerate harassment in any form of our members or participants in ACTR programs, publications, or activities.
All members and participants in ACTR programs, publications, or activities will act with the highest level of professionalism, collegiality, and mutual respect in keeping with the principles of diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion that are central to the mission of the organization. Failure to do so may result in exclusion from ACTR activities and/or termination of membership.
Approved by ACTR Board in March 2022
All members and participants in ACTR programs, publications, or activities will act with the highest level of professionalism, collegiality, and mutual respect in keeping with the principles of diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion that are central to the mission of the organization. Failure to do so may result in exclusion from ACTR activities and/or termination of membership.
Approved by ACTR Board in March 2022
Resources for Teaching about the War in Ukraine
A Joint Statement by American Councils and ACTR on the Events in Ukraine
American Councils and American Council of Teachers of Russian are shocked and saddened by the Russian attack and the senseless escalation of war in Ukraine. For nearly 50 years, American Councils’ mission has been to create strong ties and mutual understanding between people and to help build prosperity and promote peace. It is towards these principles that we have worked in Ukraine and Russia since the 1970’s and they will continue to drive our efforts in the future.
We stand with our colleagues, partners, staff, and friends who are suffering from this needless violence and will continue to work to build lasting bonds between individuals, communities, and nations.
Dr. David P. Patton, President & CEO, American Councils for International Education
Board of Directors, American Council of Teachers of Russian
We stand with our colleagues, partners, staff, and friends who are suffering from this needless violence and will continue to work to build lasting bonds between individuals, communities, and nations.
Dr. David P. Patton, President & CEO, American Councils for International Education
Board of Directors, American Council of Teachers of Russian
Donations to Support Ukraine
https://www.mygiving.net/donate/Ukraine-Emergency-Fund
https://www.americancouncils.org/emergency-support-ukraine
https://www.americancouncils.org/emergency-support-ukraine
ACTR Diversity Statement
adopted by ACTR Board of Directors on November 13, 2021
ACTR welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and identities, including race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status, family composition, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ability, citizenship, and other identifiers.
ACTR is committed to the values of diversity, equity, access, and inclusion. As an organization that serves to educate and broaden the horizons of teachers, students, and the wider public, ACTR recognizes the importance of addressing social inequalities in the classroom and beyond. We therefore place diversity, equity, access, and inclusion at the center of our organization's mission. We will be intentional in our efforts to understand, respect, and appreciate the breadth of experiences and perspectives of our members and the communities in which they serve. We acknowledge the need for more diverse perspectives in our classrooms and we support colleagues in their efforts to present and foster an appreciation of the rich diversity of the Russophone world.
ACTR is committed to the values of diversity, equity, access, and inclusion. As an organization that serves to educate and broaden the horizons of teachers, students, and the wider public, ACTR recognizes the importance of addressing social inequalities in the classroom and beyond. We therefore place diversity, equity, access, and inclusion at the center of our organization's mission. We will be intentional in our efforts to understand, respect, and appreciate the breadth of experiences and perspectives of our members and the communities in which they serve. We acknowledge the need for more diverse perspectives in our classrooms and we support colleagues in their efforts to present and foster an appreciation of the rich diversity of the Russophone world.
ACTR Statement on Racism and Equity
The Board of Directors of the American Council of Teachers of Russian (ACTR) condemns the murder of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Mike Ramos, and so many others. We support the Black, Latinx, Native and Indigenous communities in their responses across the country, as well as those acting in solidarity through peaceful protest. As scholars and teachers of the languages and cultures of a region in which public discourse and dissent is often suppressed, it is of paramount importance that we not remain silent during this time of social discord. ACTR has a stated policy of commitment to promoting inclusivity and diversity in its membership and programs and, thus, decries the injustice of institutionalized racism in any form.
Read the full letter
Read the full letter
News
Read the latest ACTR Newsletter
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Membership
The benefits of membership in the ACTR are numerous. Members have access to the latest resources and news in the field of Russian that they can share with students and colleagues. Members can also connect and share their experiences and resources with other colleagues from around the country and abroad.
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Resources
Here you will find links to various online resources which provide materials or other support for teaching Russian as a foreign or heritage language. You will also find information on ACTR study abroad programs and AP Russian exam.
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