Patricia Kabra

Patricia Kabra is a Professorial Lecturer (Part-Time) at George Washington University (GW), teaching courses related to communications, diplomacy, and foreign affairs. She concurrently serves as a Senior Advisor at the U.S. Department of State, drawing from over 25 years of diplomatic service in the Middle East and Washington, D.C. Dr. Kabra previously held the rank of Minister-Counselor in the Senior Foreign Service and was a Public Diplomacy Fellow at GW in 2014.

Education:

• Ph.D. in History of the Middle East, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
• MA in History of the Middle East and Africa, Pennsylvania State University

Research Expertise: Her work focuses on strategic public diplomacy, international relations in the Middle East/North Africa region, and the intersection of diplomacy with communication strategies. She has managed large-scale programs addressing regional stability, cultural exchange, and governmental outreach initiatives.

Professional Experience: Her career includes high-level roles in public affairs at the Department of State, emphasizing cross-cultural dialogue and policy implementation. She has extensive field experience in conflict zones and bureaucratic negotiations.