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TIRF’s community brings together educators, researchers, donors, volunteers, and partners who share a commitment to advancing English language education worldwide. This section highlights the people and networks at the heart of TIRF—those whose collaboration, creativity, and dedication drive our collective impact and strengthen connections across borders and generations.

Awardees

TIRF’s awardees are emerging scholars and practitioners advancing English language education through research, community impact, and leadership. This section highlights their achievements and the role TIRF’s grants play in supporting their work. Explore how these awardees shape the field’s future.
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DDG Fellows

TIRF’s DDG Fellows are doctoral researchers addressing key issues in English language education. This section features their contributions, career paths, and engagement with TIRF’s global network. Learn about the scholars influencing research, teaching innovation, and policy worldwide.
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Trustees

TIRF’s Board of Trustees consists of experts who guide the Foundation’s strategy and uphold its mission. This section introduces the leaders shaping TIRF’s programs, partnerships, and long-term sustainability. Meet the team who strengthens TIRF’s impact and vision.
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Staff

TIRF’s staff manage programs, support awardees, and coordinate partnerships to ensure effective daily operations. This section introduces the team turning TIRF’s mission into action. With expertise across research, administration, and communications, our staff help drive meaningful global impact.
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Join Us

TIRF welcomes individuals and institutions committed to advancing English language education worldwide. This section highlights ways to get involved—through giving, volunteering, partnering, or advocating. By joining TIRF, you support research, educator development, and expanded learning opportunities across the globe.
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English Teacher Associations

This section spotlights teacher associations worldwide that support professional development, research-informed practice, and classroom innovation. Explore the groups that elevate teacher voices, strengthen the profession, and advance equitable, high-quality English language education.
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Like Minded Organizations

TIRF highlights organizations that share our commitment to strengthening English language education through research and global engagement. This section introduces partners whose missions align with TIRF’s values and expand opportunities for educators and learners worldwide.
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Volunteers

Contribute your expertise, time, or passion to TIRF — volunteers help amplify our research, mentoring, outreach, and community-building efforts across the globe.
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Professional Services

Teacher Education

Promoting professional development opportunities for English language educators

Program Evaluation

Equipping language center students with communicative competence

Professional Development

Helping program directors improve administrative, managerial, and professional skills

Research Mentoring

Enhancing individuals' abilities to conduct empirical research

TIRF Talks

Offering professional speaker services to organizations around the world

Research and Publications

Serving language education by producing commissioned research reports
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