Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI)
Youth Summer Leadership Institute
What is the MEPI Youth Summer Leadership Institute?
- It is a fully-funded five-week intensive leadership training program in the U.S. for undergraduate students. The program is held in the summer starting June 29, 2010.
- Participants develop leadership and collective problem-solving skills, while exploring U.S. history and culture.
- The Institute consists of hands-on leadership training workshops, academic sessions, site visits, community service projects, optional home stays and other opportunities for interaction with Americans peers.
Can I apply for the MEPI Youth Summer Leadership Institute?
Yes you can, if…
- You are a Palestinian citizen, living and attending school in the West Bank, East Jerusalem or Gaza.
- You are a current university student, age 20 to 24 years old.
- You are proficient in English.
- You are mature, responsible, independent, open-minded, tolerant, and thoughtful.
- You have a strong interest in learning about the United States.
Deadline passed.
For Inquiries:
Contact Maureen (West Bank/East Jerusalem), at (02) 622-7172 or via e-mail on exchanges@state.gov or Essam (Gaza Strip) at (08) 286-4623 or via e-mail on emattar@palnet.com.
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