The participants of this edition visited Madrid and Mallorca to learn about their political, economic and cultural reality.

U.S. Young Leaders Program 2026

VISITOR PROGRAMS

The participants of this edition visited Madrid and Mallorca to learn about their political, economic and cultural reality

U.S. Young Leaders Program 2026

VISITOR PROGRAMS

The award ceremony will take place on June 12 in Avilés, a city historically linked to the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement in the U.S.

St. Augustine, symbol of the shared history

BERNARDO DE GÁLVEZ AWARD

The award ceremony will take place on June 12 in Avilés, a city historically linked to the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement in the U.S.

St. Augustine, symbol of the shared history between Spain and the United States, to receive the 11th Bernardo de Gálvez Award

BERNARDO DE GÁLVEZ AWARD

The Ambassador of Spain in the U.S., Angeles Moreno, hosted this gathering at her Residence in Washington D.C., attended by more than 80 members.

Reception honoring the 'U.S. - Spain Forever Young Leaders Network'

ACTIVITIES

The Ambassador of Spain in the U.S., Angeles Moreno, hosted this gathering at her Residence in Washington D.C., attended by more than 80 members

Reception honoring the 'U.S. - Spain Forever Young Leaders Network'

ACTIVITIES

It brought together experts and former scholarship recipients to examine how educational exchanges strengthen understanding and cooperation between the two countries

Bridges of Knowledge: University Exchanges between Spain and the U.S.

SEMINAR

It brought together experts and former scholarship recipients to examine how educational exchanges strengthen understanding and cooperation between the two countries

Bridges of Knowledge: University Exchanges between Spain and the U.S.

SEMINAR

We received a high-level delegation from California to exchange experiences on energy, infrastructure, and sustainability, and to explore new opportunities for cooperation.

Working Trip of the California Foundation on the Environment and the Economy (CFEE)

ACTIVITIES

We received a high-level delegation from California to exchange experiences on energy, infrastructure, and sustainability, and to explore new opportunities for cooperation

Working Trip of the California Foundation on the Environment and the Economy (CFEE)

ACTIVITIES

As part of our collaboration with ECUSA, we continue to promote transatlantic scientific cooperation, increase the visibility of Spanish research, and foster new alliances between institutions in both countries

The Foundation welcomed the leaders of the winning project of the 3rd Spain–U.S. Scientific Exchange Conference

ALLIANCES

As part of our collaboration with ECUSA, we continue to promote transatlantic scientific cooperation, increase the visibility of Spanish research, and foster new alliances between institutions in both countries.

The Foundation welcomed the leaders of the winning project of the 3rd Spain–U.S. Scientific Exchange Conference.

ALLIANCES

The Tampa Bay History Center hosted the exhibition from March 1 to August 3, 2025, with a vibrant community of descendants fully engaged with the project

The exhibition “Invisible Emigrants” concludes its first stop in the U.S. with over 15,000 visitors

EXHIBITION

The Tampa Bay History Center hosted the exhibition from March 1 to August 3, 2025, with a vibrant community of descendants fully engaged with the project

The exhibition “Invisible Emigrants” concludes its first stop in the U.S. with over 15,000 visitors

EXHIBITION

King Felipe VI delivered a message of transatlantic unity and highlighted the essential role of the Foundation in achieving this goal

The King presided over the opening dinner in Santander

28th UNITED STATES - SPAIN FORUM

King Felipe VI delivered a message of transatlantic unity and highlighted the essential role of the Foundation in achieving this goal

The King presided over the opening dinner in Santander

28th UNITED STATES - SPAIN FORUM

Innovation, infrastructure, renewable energy, and the Spanish language were the main focus areas of this visit by the leadership of the National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators (NHCSL) to Madrid and Málaga

Hispanic State Legislators

VISITOR PROGRAMS

Innovation, infrastructure, renewable energy, and the Spanish language were the main focus areas of this visit by the leadership of the National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators (NHCSL) to Madrid and Málaga

U.S. Hispanic Leaders - State Legislators

VISITOR PROGRAMS

The Fundación Consejo España-EE.UU.

is a civil society initiative that works to facilitate communication between Spain and the United States and bring the countries closer together, promoting mutual understanding.

Mission and Goals

The Fundación Consejo España – EE. UU., which was established in 1997, endeavors to strengthen the ties between our two countries as partners, friends, and historical allies. It also promotes joint initiatives to enhance our bilateral relationship in all areas, including economic, business, scientific, educational, and cultural sectors.

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Key Historical Figures

Diego Mª de Gardoqui

This Bilbao merchant was the first representative of the Spanish Crown to the newly formed United States of America.

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The Fundación showcases the process behind “Invisible Immigrants” through the screening of “Reminiscences of a Journey”

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The documentary shows the process of collecting testimonies and materials from the descendants of Spanish emigrants in the United States, whose memories have shaped the exhibition “Invisible Immigrants”
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Iberdrola donates a painting by Augusto Ferrer-Dalmau to the future The Alamo museum in San Antonio in an event organized by the Fundación.

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The painting From Texas to Victory: A Spanish Contribution to U.S. Independence, by Augusto Ferrer-Dalmau, will become part of the new museum at The Alamo, which is scheduled to open in 2027
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Welcoming Ambassador Benjamín León, Jr.

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The Board of Trustees welcomed the new U.S. Ambassador to Spain and Andorra, who emphasized that the Foundation’s work is ‘essential’ for the smooth functioning of relations between Spain and the United States
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Activity

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Spain – United States Forum

Since 1995, we have been promoting dialogue between Spanish and U.S. civil society on key issues for our bilateral relationship.

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Visitor Programs

We showcase contemporary Spain to young U.S. professionals, Hispanic leaders and senior officials of the U.S. Congress through annual public diplomacy visitor programs.

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Link to: ‘Emigrantes invisibles’ reabre sus puertas hasta el 30 de agosto

Exhibitions

Discover our latest exhibition project: ‘Invisible Immigrants,’ an exhibition showcasing the history of Spanish immigration to the United States at the turn of the 20th century.

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Video Highlights

28º United States – Spain Forum

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Video Highlights

U.S. Hispanic Leaders 2025

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Interview

Dr. Kate Rogers, Executive Director of The Alamo Trust

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Meet the Fundación

History

Since its creation in 1997, the Fundación has become the leading institution for public diplomacy between Spain and the United States.

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Board of Trustees

Representatives of major corporations, cultural and academic institutions and government officials make up the Fundación’s governing body.

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