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  The English-Speaking Union (ESU) is an international educational charity which was founded by the journalist Evelyn Wrench in 1918. The ESU aims to promote "global understanding through the shared use of the English language." With almost 40 branches in the United Kingdom and over 50 international branches in countries around the world, the ESU promotes a variety of activities such as debating, public speaking and student exchange programmes, runs conferences and seminars, and offers scholarships, to encourage the effective use of the English language around the globe.

  The mission statement of the English-Speaking Union (as stated on its website) is to:

  • Provide a forum for international friendship through the support of the worldwide network of ESUs and the provision of secretariat facilities for the International Council at the ESU's headquarters at Dartmouth House, London;
  • Facilitate and assist the establishment and recognition of ESUs worldwide;
  • Focus on key current affairs issues through regular international conferences, seminars and taff and voluntary helpers;
  • Work in close and innovative partnership with its corporate members and sponsors.

  Governance

  The ESU was established in 1918 through the efforts of Sir Evelyn Wrench. In 1957 it received a Royal Charter, with Queen Elizabeth II as the royal patron. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, has been President since 1957. Headquartered at Dartmouth House, Mayfair, London, its many activities are coordinated by the Director-General. The twenty-seven member Board of Governors meets three times a year.

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