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Mission and Goals

MEPI is at the forefront of U.S. efforts to advance democratic reform and vibrant, prosperous societies in the Middle East and North Africa. An integral part of U.S. policy, MEPI provides coordinated, tangible support and public commitment to local efforts throughout the Middle East and North Africa in the areas of women's empowerment, educational advancement, economic development, and political participation. Through timely, responsive and innovative approaches, MEPI projects provide critical assistance to local reformers as they lay the necessary institutional and legal foundations for sustainable economic and human growth.

-Giving People a Voice in Their Future
-Supporting Quality Education
-Developing Economic Opportunity
-Empowering Women
-Increasing Opportunities for Youth