Reel American: The Road to the Olympic Rings

The U.S. Department of State's Embassy Amman announces an open competition to implement a program titled Reel American: The Road to the Olympic Rings. This 21-month public diplomacy film program aims to showcase American excellence in sports and build excitement ahead of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. The program will host one film screening per month, targeting 1,000 youth participants aged 16-25. Key aspects of the program include: • Showcasing classic American sports films to highlight the nation's rich athletic history and tradition of competitive excellence • Engaging the next generation of global leaders, athletes, and cultural ambassadors through curated screenings and discussions • Promoting American values such as teamwork, perseverance, and competition • Celebrating America's proven capacity to host large-scale international events and reinforcing the United States' legacy of sports excellence on the world stage