"We're building a network of professional leaders around the world." http://exchanges.state.gov/non-us The U.S. Department of State has three Professional Fellows programs: Legislative Process and Government, Economic Empowerment, and Media. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ "The biggest eye-opener for me is understanding the system of the U.S. government and getting involved hands-on." - Hind Al-Nahedh, Kuwait. Professional Fellows Legislative Process and Governance Program: http://exchanges.state.gov/non-us/program/professional-fellows-legislative-process-and-governance-program The Professional Fellows Legislative Process and Governance Program brings emerging leaders from around the world to the United States for intensive fellowships designed to broaden their professional expertise. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ "Being able to network, and have a real professional and cultural exchange is very empowering." Cindy Barton-Smith, Costa Rica. Professional Fellows Economic Empowerment Program: http://exchanges.state.gov/non-us/program/professional-fellows-economic-empowerment-program The Professional Fellows Economic Empowerment Program brings emerging leaders from around the world to the United States for intensive fellowships designed to broaden their professional expertise. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ "If relationships are there, then we'll have more mutual understanding." - Mirhaz Anwar, Bangladesh. Professional Fellows Media Program: http://exchanges.state.gov/non-us/program/professional-fellows-media-program The Professional Fellows Media Program brings emerging leaders from around the world to the United States for intensive fellowships designed to broaden their professional expertise.