Egyptian Cultural and Educational Bureau - Washington DC

Webster University Visit

Grateful for an outstanding visit to Webster University, St. Louis, on September 17–18 and for a truly inspiring day in St. Louis. My sincere thanks to President Tim Keane, Provost David Schmidt, the Deans, Dr. Lisa Blazer, Esmarat, and Suada for the warm welcome and seamless coordination.

Proud to share that we laid the groundwork for collaboration with Egyptian universities across multiple programs—excited for what’s ahead.

While in St. Louis, we visited the St. Louis Mosaic Project at the World Trade Center, where Suzanne Sierra and Annie shared how their team supports foreign-born newcomers and turns challenges into opportunities for the broader community—remarkable work. We also experienced the iconic Gateway Arch, and wrapped up with an unforgettable Bosnian meal at J’s Pitaria.

Ask Omar Taher

A one-of-a-kind evening with Omar Taher

The Egyptian Cultural & Educational Bureau in Washington—in partnership with our bureaus in London, Berlin, and Montreal, and with our national carrier EgyptAir—hosted a unique virtual conversation with the beloved writer Omar Taher. One magical hour flew by as Omar answered questions from our global Egyptian community about his personal journey, writing style, creative influences, and his vision for culture in Egypt—plus much more.

The session was graciously moderated by the lovely Mahinour Elmasray, who guided a warm and elegant conversation. Omar even shared a few creative “secrets” and gave us a delightful tour of his personal library.

استضاف المكتب الثقافي والتعليمي المصري في واشنطن — بالتعاون مع مكاتبنا في لندن وبرلين ومونتريال، وبالشراكة مع الناقل الوطني "مصر للطيران" — لقاءً افتراضيًا مميزًا مع الكاتب المحبوب عمر طاهر.

استمرت الجلسة لمدة ساعة واحدة مرت سريعًا في أجواء ممتعة، أجاب خلالها عمر على أسئلة أفراد الجالية المصرية حول رحلته الشخصية، وأسلوبه في الكتابة، وتأثيراته الإبداعية، ورؤيته للثقافة في مصر، إلى جانب موضوعات أخرى متعددة.

أدارت اللقاء باقتدار الصديقة ماهينور المصري، التي قادت حوارًا دافئًا وأنيقًا مع الضيف. كما شارك عمر بعضًا من “أسراره الإبداعية” واصطحبنا في جولة لطيفة داخل مكتبته الشخصية.

Welcoming Academic Delegates at the Egyptian Cultural and Educational Bureau

The Egyptian Cultural and Educational Bureau in Washington, D.C. was honored to welcome distinguished delegates from:

St. John’s University

Dartmouth College – Tuck School of Business

UMass Lowell

Widener University

Fordham University – Gabelli School of Business

During the meeting, the Cultural and Educational Attaché presented Egypt’s vision for the future of higher education. It highlighted the wide range of channels for collaboration with Egyptian universities and institutions.

Each university shared its respective strengths and areas of expertise, and the parties agreed to begin drafting proposals to advance collaboration in key academic and research areas.

The Egyptian Cultural and Educational Bureau was honored to participate in Egyptian Day in New York on September 6

The Egyptian Cultural and Educational Bureau was honored to participate in Egyptian Day in New York on September 6, organized by the Happiness Organization. This year’s celebration took over an entire street in one of the city’s most vibrant locations in Manhattan, transforming it into a lively Egyptian promenade. We extend special appreciation to the NYPD for their outstanding coordination and support in ensuring everything runs smoothly.
Our pavilion offered a rich window into Egypt’s heritage and creativity, featuring:
A display of Egyptian artifacts highlighting our history
An Egyptian dress photo booth
A photo gallery of Egyptian celebrities in the U.S.
Hieroglyphic name writing and kids’ activities
The wider event hosted 100+ Egyptian vendors and entrepreneurs showcasing crafts, food, art, and innovative projects. The program included the Egyptian national anthem and beautiful selections from Omar Khairat, performed by the remarkable violinist Daisy. The remarks of H.E. Tamer El-Meligy, Consul General in New York, and H.E. Osama Abdel Khalek, Egypt’s Permanent Representative to the UN, were powerful and inspiring.
Our heartfelt thanks to the Happiness Organization, my friend Yasser Noureldin, and the entire board for the kind invitation. Deep appreciation to Mr. Mohamed Saleh, our valued partner, for his unwavering support of the Bureau’s activities. Special thanks to our friends who traveled from Washington, D.C. to support us, and to my colleagues at the Bureau for their extraordinary effort and many sleepless hours to present the office at its best.
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Welcoming Future Leaders at the Egyptian Cultural and Educational Bureau

We were delighted to host 41 high school students from Leadership Initiatives, a U.S.-based NGO with inspiring programs in entrepreneurship, medicine, and women’s empowerment worldwide.

The visit offered an engaging journey into Egypt’s rich history and vibrant culture. Students enjoyed:

A captivating presentation about Egypt’s heritage and modern achievements.

Authentic Egyptian food and drinks.

A fun and interactive treasure hunt that brought Egyptian history to life.

As a token of appreciation, each student received a symbolic giveaway to remember their experience.

We are grateful for the wonderful feedback we received from the students and proud to have shared a glimpse of Egypt’s treasures with these promising young leaders.