Acting Deputy Chief of Mission, Erica Thibault, Inaugurates a $2 Million UNODC-Led Prisoner Rehabilitation Program

Acting Deputy Chief of Mission, Erica Thibault, and State Attorney, Imed Derouiche, inaugurated a $2 million UNODC-led prisoner rehabilitation program designed to reduce recidivism in Tunisian prisons using internationally recognized best practices. This project will utilize “Nelson Mandela Rules,” which honors the legacy of the late President of South Africa and human rights champion, Nelson …

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By | 25 September, 2021 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, Human Rights

U.S. Embassy Donates 5,000 English Language Books to 52 Primary Schools Across Tunisia

Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Erica Thibault joined Secretary General of the Ministry of Education Hedi Hamdaoui and Director of International Cooperation Mehdi Ezzine today for a book donation ceremony at the Ministry headquarters. In cooperation with the Ministry of Education, the U.S. Embassy donated about 5000 English language books to be distributed to 52 …

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By | 9 July, 2021 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, English Language Learning, Events, Foreign Assistance

U.S. Embassy Honors the Dedication and Sacrifices of the Healthcare Professionals at Abderrahman Mami Hospital

In lieu of our National Day festivities, U.S. Embassy Tunisia honored the dedication and sacrifices of the healthcare professionals at Abderrahman Mami Hospital who are on the frontline fighting COVID-19. Ambassador Donald Blome and the U.S. Embassy community conveyed our deepest respect for their professionalism, compassion and selflessness.

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By | 9 July, 2021 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, embassy, Events | Tags:

Launch of Tunisia’s First Higher Education Teacher Training Partnership with Columbia University

The U.S. Embassy, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, the Columbia Global Centers Tunis, and Columbia University Teachers College are proud to announce the launch of a two-year, $500,000 (1.375.000 TND) university linkage to build the capacity of Tunisian educators and support young learners throughout Tunisia. Through this initiative, Columbia University and the …

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By | 9 February, 2021 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, English Language Learning, News

U.S. Donation Ceremony of Critical COVID-19 PPE Equipment to Hospitals in Ben Guerdane and Remada

Chargé d’Affaires Gregory LoGerfo met with Minister of Health Faouzi Mehdi to reaffirm U.S. support for Tunisia’s efforts in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.  The meeting was followed by a donation ceremony of critical COVID-19 PPE equipment to hospitals in Ben Guerdane and Remada, including thousands of locally procured protective suits, blouses, glasses, shoe covers, and …

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By | 28 January, 2021 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, Foreign Assistance | Tags: , ,

Chargé d’Affaires Gregory LoGerfo Remarks at FSVC Conference

Tunis, February 28, 2020 Good evening everyone.  I am proud to join you to celebrate the tremendous success of the Financial Services Volunteer Corps in Tunisia.  I would like to thank Andrew Spindler – the CEO of FSVC – for the kind invitation and to his team for putting together this terrific event. On behalf …

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By | 5 March, 2020 | Topics: Business, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, U.S. & Tunisia

Deputy Chief of Mission LoGerfo Remarks at Enactus Reception

Good evening everyone.  I am delighted to participate in Enactus’s first global summit, celebrating the accomplishments of entrepreneurs from 27 countries.  I would like to thank Minister of Education and Interim Minister of Higher Education, Hatem Ben Salem, Minister of Tourism and Interim Minister of Transport, René Trabelsi, Enactus Global CEO Rachael Jarosh, and Enactus …

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By | 31 January, 2020 | Topics: Business, Deputy Chief of Mission, Foreign Assistance, Job Opportunities | Tags:

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