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...

Abdul Karim Mourad is a technology educator and digital facilitator with over seven years of experience in STEAM and digital skills training. He teaches programming, robotics, and AI concepts to students and educators and is an AWS-certified instructor. He is currently pursuing an MBA in Management and actively supports community and volunteer initiatives.

A humanitarian aid professional, equipped with eleven years of experience in the humanitarian sector.
I have worked with local, and international oeganizations, under both natioanl and expat contracts, where I have managed multi-sector projects/ programs, with a total budget of +USD10 million per annum.
I have managed multi-sized, multi-cultured teams (both national and expats), in Lebanon, Iraq and South Sudan.
Being the key person to draft organization strategy, and to represent my employer before the external entities (partners, cluster/ WGs, donors, local authorities, etc.).

I am currently residing in Beirut - Lebanon. I have an academic background in Public Health, biostatistics, and epidemiology. Currently involved with Dawlaty as Program Development Manager.

Psychologist and cognitive-behavioral therapist with extensive experience in mental health. Holds a master’s in clinical psychology and teaching diploma focused on psychology. Adept in assessment, diagnosis, and contemporary interventions. Experienced in therapy, multidisciplinary collaboration, and psychology trainings. Committed to professional development through clinical practice and education.

A governance and public policy professional and development practitioner with 8+ years of progressively responsible experience working on decentralisation, good governance, government integrity and citizen participation, I have assumed several research, managerial and team leader positions in projects funded by USAID, EU, UNDP, the German Foreign Office, the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, VNG International and the Swedish government.

A sociologist at heart, committed to making Lebanon a more livable place, I am passionate about management, leadership, and...

Programme professional with 8+ years’ experience in the Humanitarian work, Emergencies, and development sector in areas of leadership, strategic planning, policy development, coordination and monitoring and evaluation for the achievement of results for the Core Commitments to Children in Humanitarian Action (CCCs).
focusing on the Latin & Caribbean America (LACRO) and East African Regions, enhanced by strong academic profile.
Demonstrated track record of programme coordination and implementation across Civils society organisations, NGOS and UN highly competent with all areas of programmes...

Assaad Sammour works as the head of media unit and research department with LOWER. He is dedicated in all his words to promote labor rights and access to legal and social justice for all workers in Lebanon.

In 2014, he established the legal support unit at LOWER, and provided hundreds of free and safe accesses to legal advice and assistance for workers and employees those facing violations at the workplace. In 2019, he was among few of independent media activists who co-founded the alternative journalists’ union (Nakaba Badila). Currently, he is the acting secretary of the board.

He holds a...

I am a strategist and facilitator dedicated to driving sustainable change across companies, ecosystems, communities, and cities. With over a decade of experience in the EMEA entrepreneurial and circular economy ecosystems, I specialize in designing and implementing human-centered, data-driven solutions and programs for complex challenges regarding relevant systems along the way. Armed with effective leadership, seasoned facilitation, transformative management, and agile experimentation to break down persisting inter/intra-corporate issues.

I'm a strong believer in the power of synergies and...

Currently a MEPI TL Graduate Scholar pursuing an MA in Interdisciplinary Gender Studies. I graduated from the Lebanese American University in 2017. With Distinction and as part of the first University Honors Program Cohort at LAU, I hold a degree in International Affairs and Political Science with a minor in Conflict Analysis and Resolution. Well-immersed in the humanitarian field in various sub-categories such as gender, education, legal counseling, conflict mediation, research and consultancy. Committed to a career in human rights and making a difference on a local, regional and global...

Mrs. Carole Assaf is a multifaceted consultant, trainer, and senior lecturer with over 30 years of experience in consulting, training, and corporate growth strategies. As the CEO of SSVP and a founding partner of CVM3, she has played a pivotal role in driving organizational development and delivering impactful training programs for SMEs, NGOs, and public institutions.

Carole is a strategist and expert in navigating businesses through times of change, risks, crises, and challenges. She specializes in strategic planning, digital marketing, and brand development, offering practical, results...

Christine DerSarkissian is a qualified and experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA), and International Behavior Analyst (IBA). Christine is the project manager at PuzzleMeBoo.
She co-founded and is the managing EBISA, a center dedicated to training paraprofessionals in evidence-based behavioral services to enhance the behavior and abilities of individuals with special needs.

Christine serves as president of the Association for Behavior Analysis-Lebanon (ABAL), the affiliated chapter of ABA-International. She also held the role of Program Supervisor...

I am DhifAllah Alayadi, an experienced consultant specializing in digital transformation, data science, and social impact initiatives. With over 15 years of experience, I focus on climate change adaptation, women empowerment, GBV prevention, strategic planning, and talent acquisition. I have partnered with government agencies, NGOs, and international organizations to craft evidence-based solutions that empower communities and drive sustainable development.

Diala Lteif is currently a doctoral candidate at the Geography and Planning department at the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on displacement due to conflict, specifically looking at an urban historical study of the Quarantina neighborhood in Beirut, Lebanon. Prior to her research in the urban field, Diala was an information and process designer with extensive experience in data visualization, community work, and field research. She is currently a Pierre Elliot Trudeau Foundation doctoral scholar and holds a Trillium award. She also has an MFA in transdisciplinary Design from...

Dima is a Palestinian lawyer and independent researcher focusing on the nexus of technology, law, and human rights. She currently works for DAI - Digital Ecosystem Country Assessment project (DECA), leading research on digital society, rights, and governance in Tunisia. Previously, Dima worked for international NGOs such as Internews, Access Now, and Business & Human Rights Resource Centre, focusing on digital rights and human rights issues arising from the deployment of emerging technologies, such as privacy and data protection, online censorship, telecoms policies, migration surveillance...

- Experienced Business Development Manager and Fundraiser working in the MENA region, building national regional and international coalitions on diverse topics including Women Peace and Security, SRHR, civic rights, election reform, etc. Experience in devising and implementing strategies and capture plans with donors, and conducting outreach with potential fundraising international and regional partners. Contributed to and lead over numerous proposals , on gender equality, supporting women online content creation and holistic safety and security, LGBTIQ rights, and SRHR.
- Experienced...

Elie Al-Hindy is an associate professor in the Faculty of Law and Political Science, at Notre Dame University – Louaize, Lebanon (NDU), and served previously as the Chairperson of the department of Government and International Relations (2011-2015). He earned his PhD (2009) in Government and International Relations from the University of Sydney – Australia on the topic of “The Right of Self Determination for Minorities: An Arab Perspective”. He has an MBA in International Affairs and Diplomacy and two bachelor degrees in Political and Administrative Sciences (2000) and in International Affairs...

Eva Dbouk is a programs manager with the Lebanese Observatory for Workers and Employees’ Rights-LOWER, where she designs strategic interventions and mentors implementation action plans. During her professional path, she moved between both private sector and non-profit organizations, where she had the opportunity to acquire varied professional skills and a full understanding of human rights and specific issues encountered by diverse rights holders. She graduated from the Lebanese University with a bachelors degree in Public Relations & Advertising Campaigns, Faculty of Journalism &...

Fadel Fakih currently holds Executive Director position at the Lebanese Center for Human Rights. He poses vast experience in Environmental, Developmental, and Humanitarian work having worked with 5 international organizations and 2 national ones in the last 11 years. Fadel held key positions within the organizations, including head of Design, Monitoring and Evaluation; Head of Research; and Head of Campaigns. In his education, Fadel combines between Business Management and Psychology, as he has a B.A. in Business Management and Masters in Clinical Psychology, with additional focus on...

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...