The project „Student Dialogue between Germany and the MENA Region“ („German-MENA“) literally aims to promote student dialogue and exchange between the two designated regions in order to build mutual understanding and break down stereotypes in the hope of encouraging students from both sides to undertake (academic and practical) exchange stays in the respective countries. Corresponding to a (hoped for) increased number of people interested in academic and practical exchange experiences in the respective regions, we hope to adjust the exchange funding landscape.