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

"Recognizing this city is recognizing that our nations have been connected since long before modern diplomatic relations existed" - Josu Jon Imaz, President of the Fundación

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

BERNARDO DE GÁLVEZ AWARD

Security, migration, renewable energy and the Spanish language were the main themes of this program, which took place across Madrid, Cádiz and Jerez

U.S. Hispanic Leaders - NHCSL

VISITOR PROGRAMS

Security, migration, renewable energy and the Spanish language were the main themes of this program, which took place across Madrid, Cádiz and Jerez

U.S. Hispanic Leaders - NHCSL

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 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 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

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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Our shared history

St. Augustine, Florida

Discover the history of St. Augustine, Florida, the oldest continuously inhabited European-established city in the United States, founded by Spain in 1565

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‘Invisible Immigrants’ launches a new website to preserve the memory of Spanish emigration to the United States

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A space to discover the stories, photographs and personal testimonies behind the project, and explore the experiences of the thousands of Spaniards who crossed the Atlantic in search of a new life
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INTERVIEW | Hope Andrade: “We want the Alamo to tell the story of Spain’s vital role in the history of Texas”

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The Alamo Trust President and CEO Hope Andrade and Chief Legal and International Officer Daniela Serna speak with the Fundación about the new Alamo museum complex—an ambitious project that will feature a prominent exhibition on Spain's legacy and aims to become an international landmark
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AI Regulation and Standardisation: Towards Safe and Trustworthy AI

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The second session of the Dialogues on Artificial Intelligence 2026 series brought together international experts to discuss the regulatory and governance challenges that will shape the development of safe, transparent and trustworthy AI on both sides of the Atlantic
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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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28º United States – Spain Forum

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U.S. Hispanic Leaders 2025

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

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