President's Message to Moncef Marzouki
“Since the revolution, Tunisia has charted a historic path. I welcome the progress that has been made in the past year, from completing the first credible and democratic elections in Tunisian history, to forming a Constituent Assembly that is committed to the pursuit of economic and political reform.”
Doing Business with the U.S.A. Roadshow
Amb. Gray spoke at the lunch of the “Doing Business with the U.S.A.” Roadshow in Tunis on January 11, 2012. The roadshow continued to Siliana and Sfax and provided information to large audiences of business people and young entrepreneurs wanting to learn more about trading with the U.S.
Ambassador at the opening of ATL AIDS Center
Ambassador Gray attended the inauguration of the new ATL AIDS Prevention and Treatment Center. The Center was built using $500,000 in humanitarian assistance from the U. S. Government.
President’s Framework for Investing in Tunisia
Today, President Obama announced four new programs that will continue to support the Tunisian people.
Embassy Announcements
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The Legislative Fellows Program 2012
The Legislative Fellows Program aims at increasing cooperation among professionals and organizations that serve civil society development
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2012 TechGirls ProgramTunisia
The TechGirls program focuses on promoting high-level study of science and technology for girls between 15 & 17 years of age.
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Iowa Writing Program 2012
A program for youth to engage in creative writing workshops in Arabic and English at the University of Iowa.
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MEPI Student Leaders Project
5-6 week exchange program in the U.S. for 100 undergraduate students. Apply by February 15.
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Photos
U.S. Marines Toys for Tots Donation
January 8, 2012 at the INPE in Mannouba
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eJournal USA
Entrepreneurship and Small Business
How Small Businesses Contribute to U.S. Economic Expansion
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Photos
International Human Rights Day 2011
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Podcast
Retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor on the U.S. Constitution
June 21, 2011
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Video
Global Health: Saving Lives, Creating Hope
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eJournal USA
Cultivating Civil Society 2.0:
Is a vital player and an essential partner to government
Embassy Events
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U.S. Embassy Participates in Tunisie MedFranchise Show
The Embassy showcased three American companies at the show: Remax, Coverall, and Mr. Pretzels. Embassy staff also provided information on contacting other American franchises interested in investing in Tunisia.
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PUSH Skateboarding Program
“The Bedouins” skateboard team visited Tunisia for two weeks, bringing U.S. and Middle East skateboard professionals to Tunis, Hammamet, Matmata, Sidi Bouzid, and Sousse to share the sport they love.
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Hip Hop Group “Legacy” Tours Tunisia
American hip hop group Legacy performed concerts in Sousse and Tunis, and three workshops in Tunis. The group visited Tunisia as part of DOS’s Rhythm Road program.
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Ambassador Gray Meets with Business Leaders in Bizerte
Ambassador Gray met with 15 business leaders in Bizerte on November 22. The Ambassador also visited the Cap Serrat Elementary School, which was the site of the first U.S.-Tunisian humanitarian assistance project in 1999.
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USG Partners with Microsoft on Entrepreneurship
The Department of State has provided the Microsoft Innovation Center in Tunisia with $60,000 to support its Annual Startup Program. The program will provide training for 10 Tunisian startup companies.
Mobile English Program
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Practice English anywhere
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