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@IsraeliPM: Joint Statement from the Prime Minister’s Office and the Ministry of Education: Important News for Israel’s Education System:
The Ministry of Education and Intel have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance STEM education and artificial intelligence in Israel’s education system. This initiative was made possible following the participation of the Prime Minister’s wife, Mrs. Sara Netanyahu, in the international conference “Fostering the Future Together”, initiated by US First Lady Melania Trump for the wives of world leaders. The conference was held in Washington in March 2026 and focused on artificial intelligence and its impact on children and young people.
The Ministry of Education and Intel yesterday (Thursday, 24 September 2026) signed a cooperation agreement to advance education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), as well as artificial intelligence, throughout Israel’s education system. The agreement was signed as part of Fostering the Future Together, the international initiative launched by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump, with the initiative in Israel being led by the Prime Minister’s wife, Mrs. Sara Netanyahu.
The signing ceremony took place yesterday in New York in the presence of the Prime Minister’s wife, Mrs. Sara Netanyahu; Minister of Education Yoav Kisch; representatives of the White House; and senior Intel executives.
As part of the collaboration, mentoring programs in which Intel employees support students and educators will be expanded, with an emphasis on artificial intelligence and STEM education. The parties will promote initiatives to integrate artificial intelligence into technological education programs, provide mentors for teachers and students, and expand joint activities in schools and local authorities. Cooperation will also continue through the STARTCUP championship. Following last school year’s competition, four winning Israeli projects were selected to be showcased at Intel’s global Artificial Intelligence Festival.
Fostering the Future Together is an international coalition established by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump. The Prime Minister’s wife, Mrs. Sara Netanyahu, is a full partner in her initiative, and this is another gathering held under her leadership. The initiative seeks to empower children in the digital age and help parents protect their children from online risks. It focuses on four key areas: artificial intelligence in education, technological tools for education, digital literacy, and online safety.
The Prime Minister’s wife, Mrs. Sara Netanyahu:
“I am proud to lead in Israel this important initiative of U.S. First Lady Melania Trump, whose goal is to ensure that our children have a safe, advanced future filled with opportunities.
The important partnership we have established with Intel will enable students and teachers in Israel to gain tools and knowledge from those at the forefront of global technological innovation.
I have dedicated my life to the children of Israel, and I believe they must be among the leaders of the artificial intelligence revolution worldwide. Investing in them today is an investment in Israel’s future.”
Minister of Education Yoav Kisch:
“Expanding our cooperation with Intel will open new opportunities for Israeli students to learn about artificial intelligence and technology alongside the very people who develop them. The company’s engineers will mentor students and teachers and help expand STEM education. I thank the Prime Minister’s wife, Mrs. Sara Netanyahu, for leading this initiative in Israel. Together, we will equip Israel’s students with the tools they need to succeed and lead in a world that is changing before our eyes.”
Photos: Shachar Azran
