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 will take place June 26 - August 7, 2012.
• 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…

þ  You are a Palestinian citizen, living in and attending school in the West Bank, East Jerusalem or Gaza.

þ  You are not carrying an American passport or an American green card.

þ  You are a current university student, age 18 to 24 years old.

þ  You are proficient in English.

þ  You are mature, responsible, independent, open-minded, tolerant, and thoughtful.

þ  You have a strong interest in learning about the United States.

How do I apply?

Application forms (and further information) can be found at: http://jerusalem.usconsulate.gov/ysli.html.  Applications can be submitted electronically to exchanges@state.gov (West Bank and Jerusalem) or emattar@palnet.com (Gaza).  

Or, the application form can be found below, and should be submitted electronically to exchanges@state.gov (West Bank and Jerusalem) or emattar@palnet.com (Gaza).

• Deadline:  Closed

Inquiries:

West Bank/East Jerusalem residents:

Tel: (02) 622-7172 or 0545-420953, or by email to exchanges@state.gov

Gaza residents:  Tel: 08-2864-623 or Mobile: 059-9677-317, or by email to emattar@palnet.com