The Egyptian Cultural and Educational Attaché, Prof. Nermine Sabry, had the pleasure of visiting the American Research Center in Egypt (ARCE), where she met with Dr. Melinda Hartwig, Interim Executive Director of ARCE, in the presence of Dr. Fatma Talaat, Director of U.S. Outreach and Programs at ARCE.

During this fruitful meeting, discussions focused on potential collaborations between the Egyptian Cultural Bureauand ARCE, aiming to further enhance cultural exchanges. Prof. Sabry also provided an overview of the previous joint activities between the two organizations, highlighting the importance of continued cooperation in fostering research, education, and cultural heritage initiatives.

Sunday 9th, The Egyptian Cultural and Educational Bureau and the American Research Center in Egypt had the pleasure of hosting a truly unforgettable event at the Egyptian Cultural and Educational Bureau in Washington, D.C., where we celebrated the strength of Egyptian women and the spirit of Ramadan in a day filled with joy, culture, and delicious traditions!

The event kicked off with a stunning short clip, designed by the Bureau, showcasing the magnificent photographyof the talented Dr. Amany Abdelkhaleq, capturing the beauty and resilience of Egyptian women from all walks of life.

Dr. Nermine Sabry, the Egyptian Cultural and Educational Attaché, then took us on a journey through time, sharing the rich history and origins of some of Egypt’s most beloved Ramadan desserts—a deliciously sweet tradition passed down for generations!

Then, the excitement truly began with our Master Chef Egypt Competition! Families competed against each other to prepare the best Qatayef in the shortest time, filling the air with laughter, competition, and the irresistible aroma of Ramadan sweets.

Meanwhile, our younger guests had a fantastic time crafting Ramadan lanterns by hand and experimenting with a modern twist on tradition—Kunafa with chocolate! 

The event ended on a high note with an interactive Q&A competition, where families raced to answer questions correctly for a chance to win exciting prizes!

It was a day filled with fun, energy, love, and laughter, bringing our community together to honor Egyptian womenand celebrate the spirit of Ramadan.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made this event so special.

It was an honor for the Eftptian Cultural and Educational Attache to be invited to the grand opening of the "Innovation Center at Virginia Tech, a one-of-a-kind initiative that promises to be a hub for cutting-edge research and technological advancements. The invitation was kindly extended by "Professor Khaled Hasnouna", Associate Director of Middle East and North Africa Initiatives and Curricula Development at the Center of International Research, Education, and Development.

The ceremony was graced by the presence of Prof. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, alongside distinguished university leaders, policymakers, and esteemed guests from Virginia.

Following the inspiring ceremony, the Egyptian Cultural and Educational attache had the privilege of engaging in meaningful discussions with several university leaders, exploring avenues for potential collaboration between Egyptian educational institutions and Virginia Tech. Our conversations focused on fostering innovation, student exchange programs, and collaborative research that could pave the way for new educational and scientific partnerships.