On October 13-14, the U.S. Department of State will host a delegation of leading Palestinian educators, led by Palestinian Minister of Education and Higher Education Dr. Sabri Saidam. The delegation will participate in consultations and discussions with their U.S. higher education counterparts, as well as with other education experts and private sector representatives.

The goal of the dialogue is to foster lasting partnerships between U.S. and Palestinian institutions of higher education and the private sector, strengthen institutional capabilities, and enhance educational and professional opportunities for young Palestinians.

The delegation will be hosted by Ambassador Anne Patterson, Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs; Evan Ryan, Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs; and Paige Alexander, USAID Assistant Administrator for the Middle East.

U.S. participation will also include several leading American tertiary education institutions and private sector partners.

For further information, please contact NEA-Press at nea-press@state.gov.