Experts

I'm a researcher and I hold a PhD (2014) in international relations from the University of Leeds and two master’s degrees in political economy (2008) and international studies (2009) from the University of Sydney. I published widely about Lebanese and regional politics. My publications involve the publication of a book titled 'Democracy in Lebanon: Political Parties and the Struggle for Power since Syrian withdrawal' (I.B. Tauris, 2016, paperback edition 2019). It is based on more than 22 interviews conducted by the author.
I have also several academic and non-academic publications. I...

I am an experienced agricultural engineer from Lebanon specializing in Integrated Pest Management and agribusiness development. He has worked with international organizations like FAO, WHH, and GIZ, providing technical expertise in value chain assessments, Good Agricultural Practices, and market linkages. I manage a 50-hectare family farm in the Bekaa Valley and serves as Vice President of Ain Zebde Municipality. I holds a Master's in Integrated Pest Management from IAMB, Italy, and an Agricultural Engineering degree from AUB. Fluent in English, French, Arabic, and basic Italian, I have a...

Transportation Engineering Expert with a demonstrated history of working in local and regional projects in the areas of transportation engineering (Planning, Design, and Policies) since 1999. Specialized in urban mobility, traffic engineering, road design and safety, parking strategies, crowd management, logistics, and public transport. Skilled in big data analytics, mathematical formulation, algorithmic sciences, multicriteria decision analysis, advanced modeling and design in Geographic Information Systems, Macro/Micro Traffic Simulation, and CAD/CAM. Strong professional with a PhD in...

I am a humanitarian and human rights specialist with 19 years of field experience across Lebanon, Iraq, Tunisia, and Zambia. Holding an MSc in Law with a focus on child protection and international humanitarian legal frameworks, I have built my career at UNHCR, UNOPS, IRC, and NRC, working across refugee, displacement, and mixed-movement contexts in both camp and urban settings.
My core expertise spans community-based protection, child protection, GBV, housing/land/property, legal documentation, and civil registration, with sustained engagement across the humanitarian-development nexus. I have...

I am a gender and social inclusion expert with more than 20 years of experience working at the intersection of policy, research, and community development in Palestine. My work focuses on women’s political and economic empowerment, inclusive governance, and capacity building for civil society and local institutions.

I design and lead programs that strengthen women’s participation in decision-making, promote gender-responsive policies, and foster inclusive and accountable governance. Drawing on my background in feminist research, conflict resolution, and strategic planning, I collaborate with...

I am a Disaster Risk Management and Wildfire Resilience Consultant with over eight years of experience in climate adaptation, ecosystem restoration, and institutional strengthening in Lebanon. My work focuses on developing risk-informed strategies, supporting public institutions and municipalities, and improving environmental governance systems. I specialize in translating technical frameworks into practical tools that enhance preparedness, operational planning, and long-term resilience in fragile contexts.