ProFellows Alumni Building Peace in Tripoli, Lebanon

By Legacy | June 20, 2020

In addition to SHiFT’s many initiatives, recent demands to combat food shortages throughout the city inspired the creation of The Social Grocery, a non-profit founded by local Tripolians in partnership with SHiFT. The Social Grocery is the very first non-profit store in Lebanon providing necessary goods such as beans, rice, soap, and sanitary napkins, among other needed goods.

Youth Empowerment

By Legacy | November 23, 2018

When you think about challenges facing the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Region, young people may not be at the top of your list.

Alumni Impact Award Winners

By Legacy | November 6, 2018

“My interaction with Zeinab was extraordinary. She became a full member of our team within one day of coming on board, and then went on to challenge and even lead us in a wide range of ways throughout her time with us.  There was a real spark of mutual inspiration and learning” 

Alumni Impact Award Winner: Dana Mekler

By Legacy | May 30, 2018

Twice a year as part of the Professional Fellows Program the Department of State selects alumni from around the world to honor as Alumni Impact Award winners. Legacy is pleased to announce that one of the awardees this spring is Dana Mekler who participated as a fellowship host and outbound traveler Dana for the Professional Fellows Program. 

Teaching English With Sign Language in Tunisia

By Legacy | November 3, 2017

I left my country to prove that the deaf can speak English, too. Working with minority groups and working on the educational development of the deaf and hard of hearing community was a tough row to hoe in Tunisia, especially when you don’t have any official statistics on hand or any information that can help you.

Professional Fellows Program: Asma Ben Aîcha

By Legacy | August 3, 2017

When thinking about the States, the first thought that comes to one’s mind is: The American Dream! People often think of the US as the land of endless opportunities where all dreams can come true.

Alumni Impact Award Winner: Ines Amri

By Legacy | May 31, 2017

Twice a year as part of the Professional Fellows Program the Department of State selects alumni from around the world to honor as Alumni Impact Award winners. Legacy is pleased to announce that one of the spring 2017 Alumni Impact Award (AIA) recipients is Legacy International Professional Fellows alumna, Ines Amri from Tunisia.   Ines…