Program areas at The Middle East Institute
Center for policy studies: mei experts research and explore foreign policy issues related to The challenges and opportunities in The Middle East. They publish and communicate their findings through mei's communication channels and The national and international media. They regularly brief policymakers, us and foreign diplomats, and The international business community on issues impacting The Middle East, and have advised The highest levels of government including cabinet secretaries and The white house. Mei's policy program has grown along with its overall forward trajectory. In recent years, mei has added track ii diplomacy, counter terrorism, and other special focus areas that monitor ongoing developments in critical areas. Mei's television studio enables scholars to join broadcast programs faster and more frequently, allowing mei to provide real-time commentary on breaking news, and to ensure that mei's balanced analysis reaches policymakers and The public.
Center for education: mei provides academic and professional services to current and future generations of Middle East analysts and enthusiasts. Mei's language program provides instruction in arabic, turkish, hebrew, farsi, and other languages, and its regional studies program provides an in-depth educational experience to those seeking a greater understanding of The Middle east.mei's leadership development program provides hands-on training and professional development seminars to top university students and recent graduates who work alongside mei's staff and scholars on research projects, public programs, development initiatives, and events.
Center for arts and culture: since its inception in 2014, mei's arts and culture program in Washington, d.c. has become a destination for audiences interested in The Middle East's dynamic arts scene. Mei promotes The work of artists, writers and filmmakers from The region, connecting dc audiences with The Middle East's vibrant arts and culture sector.
Communications: The communications department manages mei's media relations, website content, social media and e-mail outreach platforms, and institutional branding. It is also responsible for multimedia production, including a weekly podcast, short informational videos, and promotional ads, recording and live-streaming public events, and managing The in-house broadcasting studio. It provides services and technical support across all other centers and departments.