Program Areas in the Middle East
This vast and diverse region
faces many challenges, including terrorism, instability, an
exploding youth population, high unemployment, corruption,
poor education systems, HIV/AIDS and environmental degradation.
USAID’s programs focus on:
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Democracy and GovernanceUSAID programming in democracy and governance bolsters democratic institutions, mitigates the appeal of extremism, helps combat corruption and contributes to long-term development. Read More
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Education
USAID/Middle East Bureau's education programs focus on increasing equitable access to
quality, relevant educational opportunities to improve learning outcomes in Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, West Bank/Gaza and
Yemen.
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Economic Growth
In the Middle East and North Africa, more than 25
percent of working-age young people are unemployed. This high rate of unemployment
is largely the result of slow economic growth. Slow growth, in turn, is caused
by poor economic institutions, limited access to technology and low rates of
investment.
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Environment
The
continued social and economic development of the Middle East rests on responsible
stewardship and sustainable use of its natural resources.
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Integrating Gender
USAID
integrates gender within its overall development strategies and goals. It
ensures that gender equity is at the core of all fields—health, education, agriculture, economic growth,
and democracy and governance.
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Health & Nutrition
USAID works
with partners to improve health services and systems, update policies, advise
communities on healthy practices and conduct research to further improve
health.
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