Washington DC Non-Profit Bridges of Understanding Welcomes New Executive Director to Their Ranks

Online, September 25, 2009 (Newswire.com) - Bridges of Understanding, a partner of Meridian International Center, today named Carey Kluttz to the position of Executive Director. In this role she will foster the development of the organization by linking participants, donors, Board Members, and partner organizations together to increase communication and exchange between America and the Arab world.

Ms. Kluttz recently received a Master of Arts degree in Middle East and Islamic Studies from the American University of Paris. During her tenure, she served as the President of the Graduate Student Council, helping to formulate the University's mission and goals, and worked in the University's Graduate Admissions office.

Prior to moving to Paris, Ms. Kluttz taught upper-level French to high school students in Houston, TX, where she also served as the faculty sponsor for the National Honor Society and coached field hockey. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in French and Anthropology from the University of Virginia, and has studied in France, Egypt, and Lebanon. She is fluent in French and proficient in Arabic.

"Ms. Kluttz has a great understanding of and passion for the mission of Bridges," said Kathy Hubbard, Co-Founder and Board Member of Bridges of Understanding. "She also brings an excellent perspective of youth, education, and technology which will help Bridges to expand its programs and projects in the US and the Arab world."

Based in Washington, DC, Bridges of Understanding is a non-profit, non-political organization devoted to supporting projects and efforts that foster better understanding between the American people and people of the Arab world in order to help shed misconceptions on both sides. As a facilitator of change, Bridges of Understanding aims to create spheres of influence among future opinion leaders, inspiring them to affect positive change and support initiatives that encourage better understanding, dialogue, and appreciation between peoples of different cultures. In doing so, Bridges of Understanding organizes mission trips to the Middle East, supports educational efforts, and facilitates the exchange of information. For more information, please visit www.bridgesofunderstanding.org