Israel Israel

Former Politician and MK, Civil Society activist, and a public opinion influencer
Rachel Azaria was born in Jerusalem to Israel Azaria, a Tunisian-Jewish immigrant to Israel, and Sharon Friedman, an American Jewish immigrant to Israel. She grew up on moshav Beit Gamliel and was educated in the National Religious school system. After serving in the Israel Defense Forces, Azaria studied at Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where she earned a BA in Psychology and a master's degree in conflict resolution.
She won the Tami Steinmetz Prize for her master's thesis on the self-perception of the founders of the first Israeli settlements in Samaria.[citation needed] She was a member of the debating team at the Hebrew University, participating in debates in the European and World Championships. She participated in the Shalom Hartman Institute's Young National Religious Leadership program from 2001 to 2003. She is fluent in English.
Azaria is married to Elyashiv, a Talmud teacher, and has four children, and lives in Jerusalem. She held US citizenship prior to her entering the Knesset, when she had to give it up as a condition of becoming an MK.

Iraq, UK Iraq, UK

Alaa Khatib from Najaf, Iraq is a writer, journalist and director of the newspaper Al-Mostaqil . Holds a Bachelors in History and Economics - University of Rotterdam (Holland)/ Masters in History and Economics - University of Rotterdam (Holland)/ also Holds a certificate in leadership and management from the institute of Utrecht, Holland. Have worked as a journalist since 1988 and up until then, published three printed books and have written a collection of poems which are yet to be released. Alaa has written a short story and has written in many Arabic and Iraqi newspapers. Alongside to his writing he has also appeared on a multitude of televised channels either as a representer or for interviews. Done research on a number of topics such as the political and religious impact in Iraq. Has also taken part in several conferences all around the world. He is also a board member of the Rafidain Centre in Iraq.

Palestine, USA Palestine, USA

Dr. Adnan Mjalli is an internationally recognized entrepreneur in the business of drug discovery and development of new medicines in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.
The work of Dr. Mjalli goes far beyond drug discovery and development. He is the founder of more than 20 other companies in many areas, including education, energy, agriculture, bioremediation, construction, development, real estate, commerce, and finance. These companies focus on science, education, tourism, entertainment, technology, and the advancement of human capital in developing countries.
Dr. Mjalli attended university in Jordan and postgraduate studies in London, England before obtaining his PhD in Medicinal Chemistry in 1989 from the University of Exeter, UK. His postdoctoral work was completed at the University of Rochester with Professor Richard S. Schlessinger. Since then, Dr. Mjalli has held various positions of increasing leadership responsibilities in research and senior executive management at a number of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, including Merck & Co., Inc.
During the early stages of his leadership responsibilities, he was successful in raising close to $1 billion dollars in equity and forged major strategic partnerships with several pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies including Merck & Co., Pfizer,

UAE UAE

A professional leader with over (23) years of professional experience in the fields of literature, art, cultural diplomacy and social affairs. was seconded to the Executive Council of Abu Dhabi in 2015 to support in its social initiatives as part of the social development strategy the government of Abu Dhabi is implementing. Have also established an entity aiming to flourish cultural activities in Abu Dhabi and the UAE. The establishment provides training courses on many topics including but not limited to cultural diplomacy, soft power, effective communication and public relations. The entity also organizes conferences, summits, forums and different types of events around its core business.

Turkey Turkey

Prof. Dr. Sema Kalaycioglu Born in Ankara in 1952, Sema Kalaycioglu received BA iUniversity (1973); MA in Economics at University of Iowa, department of economics; PhD in Economics at Istanbul University (1982). She became a full professor in 1992. At Yildiz Technical University (1982-2003), served as the director of the department of Banking, the graduate dean, and the chairperson of the economics department. At Isik University, established the department of economics and the “Political Economy of the Middle East” MA program, and served as the director and the chairperson. At Dogus University worked as the faculty dean.

Syria, UK Syria, UK

Thaer Alhajji, British / Syrian Kurdish based in London since 2002, business management degree Anglia Ruskin University Cambridge. Founder and director of The Levant news media International,
Founder and director of levant strategic studies center, A political activist defending human rights and the rights of peoples to live a decent life
He and the London Levant newspaper were honored during the Peace and Development Conference by the Arab Union for Development and the Arab Center for the Defense of Human Rights for his efforts and the efforts of the Levant newspaper in spreading development and peace around the world

Israel Israel

Fadoul is the Founder of Mazzawi Group and co-CEO of Mazzawi Advertising (founded in 1995). Mazzawi Advertising is a leading advertising agency specializing in sophisticated targeting the Arab societies in Israel and MENA. He’s also a Co-Chairman of the Joint Israeli Leadership organization.m, a counselor to leader institutions for mindset shift methodologies, merging and also in marketing to niche cultures. As well as a Board director in the Israel-America Chamber of Commerce. Fadoul is an Entrepreneur- Partner or/and co-chairman in Startups and companies in Israel, England and the USA. He Served as the Chairman of the board of trustees - Yezreel Valley Academic College and before was a member in the board of trustees and the management board of YVC.
As well as Served as the President of the Central Office for Art, Advertising and PR in the European Economic Chamber EEIG, Brussels, over eight years. Fadoul is also a Visiting lecturer- Advertising and marketing to the ME Markets- in several colleges and universities in Israel, Europe and the USA (CMU Brussels, BYU USA, Hinckley Institute in USA and others). In the past he Served as Senior Lecturer in visual communication

Saudi Arabia, UAE Saudi Arabia, UAE

Najwa Al Saied is a former Researcher at Emirates Centre for Strategic Studies and Research (ECSSR) in Abu Dhabi, UAE and was an Assistant Professor at Zayed University in Dubai from 2014-2018
She is a columnist in Al Ittihad (an Arabic language newspaper published daily in the United Arab Emirates) and also columnist in Al Hurra (an American satellite television news channel in Arabic). She is specialized in political and societal development communication geared to modern and tolerant Middle East.She is the author several books and chapters in books: Screens of influence: Arab satellite television and social development, Media in the UAE: creating a national voice, Arab Media Moguls and Handbook on Arab Media, Fashion and women’s sport in the Arab Gulf States, and others.Her book, Twitter Diplomacy Before and After the Abraham Accords, will be published in March 2022. She published several articles in Israel Hayom, Jerusalem Post, Jewish Press, the Gatestone Institute, Gulf News, Al Arabiya English website and others.

Palestine Palestine

Mohammed S. Dajani Daoudi is a Jerusalemite scholar and peace activist. He holds a doctorate from the University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC (1981) and another from the University of Texas at Austin, Texas (1984). He is the author of numerous books and academic articles. In 2007 he established the Wasatia moderate Islamic movement in Palestine and the Wasatia Academic Institute in Jerusalem. In April 2014, he was forced to resign from his posts as Director of Libraries and founding director of the American Studies Institute at Al-Quds University (2002-2014) for taking his students on an educational trip to the Nazi death concentration camp in Auschwitz to teach them about the Holocaust. He received death threats, and his car was torched. In 2014 Tufts University bestowed on him the Dr. Jean Mayer Global Citizenship Award in recognition of his ongoing work to build peace, encourage dialogue and find alternatives to violence.

Morocco Morocco

Ms. Meryem Agadi has held several positions and responsibilities in the private and public sector. She is certified in 2021 as a Professional Coach in order to accompany leaders and organizations towards a sustainable change. Ms. Agadi initially trained in Civil Engineering and Water and Environmental Engineering. She also completed an Executive Master in Business Administration (E-MBA) at the Hassania School of Public Works and the Ponts Business School between Casablanca and Paris. She has pursued several training programs for the development of sustainable leadership in Morocco and Africa. She has extensive experience in West Africa and China in business development in the construction, energy and sustainable building services sectors. Ms. Agadi has a strong background in project management, having led some of the largest sustainable construction projects in Morocco. She has also been involved in civil society since a very young age on issues related to alternative diplomacy, environmental protection, child protection, equality and human rights. She has worked on large-scale projects promoting volunteerism in Morocco in partnership with national and international organizations.

Bahrain Bahrain

An international political consultant from Bahrain, Ahmed Khuzaie is managing partner of the Washington, DC based Political Consultancy Firm Khuzaie Associates LLC; as well as the Political Affairs Director with Sharaka.

Israel Israel

Dr. Boms is a writer, researcher and commentator on Middle East Affairs. He serves as research fellow at the Moshe Dayan Center at Tel Aviv University where he is the Chairman of the Syria Research Forum and the Gulf Israel Policy Forum as well as the coordinator of the TAU Workshop on Israel and the Middle East and the Hiwar Forum for Intra-Regional Dialogue. His recent book, "The Syrian War: Between Justice and Political Reality" (Cambridge university Press, 2020) is an edited volume on the Syrian War (2011 - 2019).

Morocco Morocco

Former Special Envoy of the King University professor at the faculty of educational sciences, interested in Media studies. Professor Salmane Tariq El Allami, Professor at Mohamed V University (Morocco), looks at how the media is often manipulated by disinformation campaigns and how they can counter this.

Morocco, UK Morocco, UK

Dr Amina Wakefield is Founder and Chief Executive of Cambridge Worldwide Academy, Vice Chair of Technical Vocational Education and Training UK (TVET UK), President of Ecole Superieure de Business Berrechid, Chair of International Relations at the Egyptian Healthcare Society, Trade Advisor at the British-Tajik Chamber of Commerce and member of the Inspiring women Committee at Cambridge Chamber of Commerce. Dr Wakefield is a multi - award winner in international business, enterprise and export of British education. She holds 18 awards such as awards for research in international education.

Israel Israel

Henrique Cymerman is a world-famous journalist and lecturer who speaks 5 languages and broadcasts to Brazil, Portugal, Spain, China, the US and Israel Palestine. Henrique has covered current affairs in the Middle East for 30 years and has over the years established relationships of trust with those heading the chief regional political processes in Israel, the Middle East and extended Arab world. In his native Portugal and Spain, he has been nominated "Gran Comendador" by the King and President, a nobility title. He has received 23 awards for journalism and human rights, including the Daniel Pearl Award from ADL and twice from the New York Festivals, and was also a candidate for the Nobel Prize. Has been a lecturer of Government at the Reichman University of Herzliya for more than a decade, as well a lecturer in international forums on Israel's relations with the Arab world; Geopolitics of the Middle East; Antisemitism and Israel Diaspora Relations. He is fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French and Hebrew.

Morocco Morocco

Dr. Mohsine El Ahmadi is professor of Political Sociology and International Relations at Cadi Ayyad University in Marrakesh, Morocco, a position he has held since 1999. In 2022, He participated as a grantee to the Schusterman Center for Israeli Studies Summer Program in Brandeis (North Hampton, Massachusetts, USA) and Israel. In 2009-10, Dr. El Ahmadi was a Fulbright scholar at Georgetown University. During that year he also lectured at Lewis and Clark College (Oregon), and The Library of Congress, and Colorado College (Colorado Spring). In 2011-2011 he was teaching at Amideast Semester Abroad on Political Systems in the Maghreb.He earned his M. Phil and PhD at the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales in Paris. His master’s thesis was on political program and religious ideology of Islamist movements in Morocco. His doctoral thesis was on Islamism and Modernity in Post-Colonial Morocco. Dr. El Ahmadi has published six books (in French) on topics such as Qur’anic schools in Morocco (2010), Islamist Movements in Morocco (2006), The Monarch and Islam (2006), and Dreams of the Young (with Fatima Mernissi in 2008). He also has published numerous articles and review articles in journals in

Sudan Sudan

Mohamed is a Sudanese human rights activist and peacemaker with a decade and a half of civil society experience. Since high school, he has founded and led organizations and initiatives focused on humanitarian, human rights, youth empowerment and peace programs across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) including in Darfur, South Sudan, Sudan, Egypt, Israel, the Palestinian Territories and beyond. Mohamed has also documented, reported and mobilized against human rights abuses across MEA, and since arriving in the United States has become a sought after voice at the State Department and in Congress concerning policy and human rights issues in the region.

Israel Israel

Sagi Melamed is an international philanthropy and fundraising executive and consultant. He graduated Harvard University with an MA in Middle Eastern studies, focusing on negotiation and conflict resolution. Sagi earned his 4th dan black belt in Shotokan Karate, serves as president of the Harvard Club of Israel, and author of "Mindful Fundraising" and "Son of My Land".

Egypt Egypt

An Egyptian Experienced educational consultant with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry in Egypt and UAE. Strong professional with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) focused in English Language and Literature, Master of School management in the 21 century and Doctorate in Modern Educational Leadership in The Arab World. Investment and business consultant and a representative of different key players in the fields of real estate, medical research, technology and renewable energy in the MENA region.

Syria Syria

Abdulkarim is an entrepreneur and a political activist with rich experience in business leadership and social movements. He is seasoned in all aspects of business formation, operation, finance, and management. Abdulkarim is an optimist leader who believes in personal growth and who seeks constant improvement.

Morocco Morocco

Driss Bouyahya is an Associate Professor at School of Arts & Humanities in Moulay Ismail University, Meknes Morocco. He holds a Ph. D degree in Political Islam and Political Communication. His fields of interest are Religious Studies, Sociology of Religion, Intercultural Communication, Cultural studies, Jewry Studies, Political Islam, Literary Criticism, Pedagogy and Post-Colonial Studies. He is a chief Editor of Sociology of Islam Journal in Brill

Egypt Egypt

Raised in Alexandria, Egypt, and educated in Montreal, Kamal Abdel-Malek is Professor of Arabic literature, researcher, and translator. He received his Ph.D. in Arabic and Islamic Studies at McGill University in Canada and taught at Princeton and Brown universities. While at Brown University he contributed to and taught in the Brown University Program in Israeli and Palestinian Studies in Jerusalem. Recently he was a visiting scholar at Harvard University, and at present a visiting professor at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem where he co-teaches, with Prof. Elie Podeh, a course on “Egyptian-Israeli Encounters in Modern History, Literature, and Cinema”.

Israel Israel

Dr. Gedaliah Afterman is the Head of the Asia-Israel Policy Program at the Abba Eban Institute. Well experienced in International Relations, takes particular interest in Asian regional security, Chinese foreign policy as well as superpower competition and its impacts globally and in the evolving Middle East. His previous roles include serving as a diplomat at the Australian Embassy in Beijing; International Strategic Policy Specialist at the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT), as well as leading the China Program at the Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI) in Jerusalem. Has been working extensively with partners in Asia and the Middle East to better understand regional developments and advance newfound opportunities for greater Middle East-Asia cooperation.

UAE UAE

Abbas Kazmi is a multi award winning serial entrepreneur and investor who founded his first of several successful companies at 16. Abbas has been chosen as a Forbes 30 Under 30 Standout, as a Maserati 100, as one of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards Entrepreneurs' Champions of the Year, and as one of startups.co.uk’s Young Entrepreneurs of the Year and Business Growth Enablers of the Year, to name just a few amongst many other awards. Abbas has been appointed as a United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Fellow, focussing on youth entrepreneurship and empowerment, peacebuilding and encouraging intercultural dialogue in MENA. and as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper. He has been chosen as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper and was selected to become part of the prestigious Helena Group Class of 2018 alongside the likes of Snap Inc CEO Evan Spiegel.

Morocco, Cyprus Morocco, Cyprus

Dr. Nadia El Baroudi-Kostrikis holds dual citizenship from Cyprus and Morocco. She is an Attorney at Law with the Paris Bar Association. She holds a doctorate degree in Law from the Faculty of Law of Montpellier I in France and a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators in London (FCIArb). She is also a member of the CIArb Cyprus Branch Committee in Nicosia (Cyprus) and the ICC Commission of Arbitration and ADR in Paris (France). She is listed in the roaster of arbitrators of several arbitration institutions. She is the founder of Menalink Ltd., a business consulting firm, in Nicosia (Cyprus), which main goal is to be at the service of the Mediterranean’s dynamism and influence by contributing to the development of regional economic and cultural cooperation, to the dialogue between regional and international stakeholders and to the development and implementation of strategic partnerships. She has over 20 years' experience on international business law matters with a focus on Europe and North Africa. She also has over 15 years of extensive experience in art collection and charitable foundation management, including extensive involvement with museums, private and public

UAE UAE

Shabib is a futurist, consultant and lobbyist focusing on cultivating synergies between the public and private sectors in order to deliver on long term state strategies. He specializes in culture engineering, policy development, and social mobility through integrated future mapping.

Israel Israel

Dr. Dalia Fadila is the founder of Q Schools: Education, Consultation & Development, an institution for promoting quality education in the Arab society in Israel. She is an organizational development and educational entrepreneurship expert and consultant, and an international speaker on the issues of minority women, identity and education. Between the years 2013-2018, Dr. Fadila occupied the position of President of the College of Engineering and Science, leading it from a small technological institute into a leading academic and professional college for qualifying engineers in the Arab community in Israel. Prior to that, in the period between 2000- 2011 Dr. Fadila, acted as the Academic Director of Al Qasemi Teacher Training College. As a member of the college's leadership, she helped develop it from a religious seminary into an academic institution.

Israel Israel

Michal Divon is an Israeli-American journalist and TV host living in NYC. Michal specializes in hosting live interviews and has emceed high profile events such as the annual Israel Day Parade with Fox5 and the Israeli Embassy Independence Day Celebration. Michal works with various organizations, including FIDF, Israel Bonds, Federation of Local Authorities in Israel, JNF, MADA, Soroka Medical Center, Batsheva Women, JCRC, AICF, and Portugal Ministry of Tourism. Michal has interviewed key figures on stage including Ambassador Ron Dermer, former Ambassador Ron Prosor, Maj Gen (res.) Amos Gilad, SpaceIL Morris Kahn and has written for Times of Israel and The Forward. Michal holds a BA in Government, Diplomacy, and Strategy from the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya.

Egypt Egypt

Adham M. Naguib, is a recently retired Career Diplomat, Born on August 24th 1972 in Heliopolis Egypt, Adham comes from a Diplomatic family line and hence has traveled far and wide with his family since his very first months, living and studying in different countries, and amongst diverse cultures, environments and peoples ranging from the Peoples Republic of China to Cyprus, Central and Southern Africa, and Australia. Graduating from the Egyptian Diplomatic and General Intelligence Academies. Adham has served in the Egyptian Diplomatic missions in New York, Washington D.C, Damascus, Baku, Doha, Kabul, and N’djamena. During his 28 year career he also served in different Divisions of the Egyptian Foreign Ministry notably the Minister’s Cabinet, the Israel Affairs Division, the General Security Division, and the Egyptian Agency for Partnership for Development, amongst others. During his Diplomatic career Adham has garnered extensive expertise in regional Geopolitics, Security, and Intelligence focusing especially on Israel, the Levant and Aghanistan, as well as the African Sahel and Horn regions. Attending many International, Regional, and Bilateral conferences, Adham has been privileged in meeting with many Heads of State and Prominent International and Regional Personages while witnessing,

UAE UAE

Mr. Majed Alseyabi is a staunch advocate for the Abraham Accords, he endlessly promotes collaboration between UAE, Israel and Abraham Accord Countries. He has taken initiative to create people to people meaningful connections, by visiting Israel, USA, Morocco & Bahrain to collaborate with different organizations focusing on interfaith youth dialogue between Arabs & Jews. Mr. Alseyabi was recognized by Global Excellence Assembly as the 2022 Men of Influence Award in recognition of his outstanding efforts to bridge the divide between the Arab and Jewish communities, thus promoting harmony and cooperation between them. As a highly educated and experienced professional with a strong background in information systems, business analytics, and office management, Mr. Majed Alseyabi has a proven track record of success in a variety of roles. Professionally, Mr. Alseyabi has more than 12 years of demonstrated history working in the Oil & Gas, Social Support, Aviation & Aerospace industries. Mr. Alseyabi has served as the Chief of Staff to the CEO of Borouge, a major manufacturing company and joint venture between Abu Dhabi National Oil Company and Borealis, a leading Austrian chemical company. At present he is the Executive Operations Manager

Egypt Egypt

Nancy Maghrabi is the Chairperson of Global Trade Matters Group, a leading Private Sector Think and To-Do Tank for economic and political reform policies in Egypt and the region. Nancy spent the earlier years of her life in Staten Island New York where she attended her primary and high school education. Upon her parents’ return to Egypt, Nancy traveled to attend her university in Lebanon graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the American University in Beirut. After her graduation, Nancy Maghrabi returned to Egypt, and at only 22 she started her first entrepreneurial project in the form of an advertising and packaging design agency, “The Advert Agency”. In no time Advert had started to build a strong name amongst FMCG companies in Egypt, and its staff grew from just 2 people to 10 people in less than 12 months of operation.

Morocco Morocco

Said Alahyane is a research-professor in political science at the Faculty of Legal, Economic and Social Sciences-Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco. His research focuses on public policies with a focus on agricultural policies, food security issues, policymaking in Morocco. He is the author of numerous articles published in international journals.

Bahrain Bahrain

Ali Faqeeh is an analyst at Bahrain Center for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat). His research interests are in food security, entrepreneurship, and energy in the Gulf region, especially Bahrain. He joined Derasat for a year following years of substantial expertise in both the commercial and public sectors. He earned a bachelor's degree in Law from Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, UAE, and an MSc in Entrepreneurial Economics and Management from the University of Europe for Applied Sciences, Germany.

Israel Israel

"Michal, a dedicated environmental and sustainable development professional with a passion for making a positive impact on communities worldwide. With her expertise in water and food security, business development, resource mobilization, and innovation, she strives to address pressing environmental challenges.
She holds a master's degree in Earth sciences and sustainability from Tel Aviv University, where she gained a deep understanding of environmental issues and their implications for communities. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in sustainable architectural planning projects, embedding sustainability principles into every endeavor she undertakes. By promoting energy efficiency and water recycling technologies, she aims to create a greener and more resilient future.
One of her most significant contributions is through her work with Engineers Without Borders-Israel. Leading this organization, she is focused on promoting Appropriate Technologies and empowering communities through capacity building and human-centered engineering. Notably, EWB-IL’s rainwater harvesting systems in Tanzania and food security initiatives in Kenya have transformed the lives of thousands of people, ensuring their access to clean water and a stable food supply.
At the Porter School of Environmental Studies, she is engaged in research that focuses on developing

Sudan Sudan

“El Mahdi Habib-Alla Ali Al Sanosi “ El Mahdi was born in Sudan as a descendant of two families which have been engaged in Sudan’s public life since 1876 till the current time.
Elmahdi has been raised in Abu Dhabi since 1972.
El Mahdi hold a master degree in international relations from the university of Jordan, an MBA in international Development from the Pacific Christian College, Fullerton California, and a Doctorate candidate in the field of conflict resolutions at the university of La Verne California, USA. In Public activities, Elmahdi is an advocate for the Abrahamic Accords peace treaties signed between the State of Israel and various Arab counties. Elmahdi, lectured courses in political science, international relations and international business in various USA universities. Elmahdi is the founder and president of the American Sudanese Council a non profit organization for Peace and Democracy based in California - USA

Israel, France Israel, France

Strategy and policy expert, extensively and intimately familiar with government, NGO, and business sectors in Israel.
Léa Landman is a policy and strategy advisor for the public and private sectors in the fields of foreign affairs and public policy for more than 15 years, specializing in innovative diplomacy, cross-sector initiatives, networking and strategic partnerships. She is a guest lecturer at PSIA – Sciences Po on Technology in Foreign Affairs and Diplomacy.
Léa was the head of the Diplomacy 2030 program at the Abba Eban Institute for International Diplomacy at Reichman University (IDC Herzliya). The program developed and promoted the concept and practices of Innovative Diplomacy, creating professional tools and best practices for the diplomatic ecosystem, as well as identifying diplomatic opportunities in the dynamic and ever-changing world order.
Léa presented the geopolitical debate show, Les Ambassadeurs, on i24News in French for three years. She was also the Co-Founder and Chairperson of Women in International Security (WIIS) – Israel, which worked for 10 years to increase the number and influence of young women in foreign, defense and security-related affairs in Israel.
Previously, Léa was deputy director

Iraq, UK Iraq, UK

Dr. Hasan Heshmat Managing Director of Hydro-C Ltd, Holding BDS University of Baghdad, college of dentistry and MPhil degree from Strathclyde University – Engineering Dept. with several certificates in business management and leadership. 13 years of experience working alongside international companies and organizations specialized in Energy, Water, Construction, Agriculture and Innovation. Focusing on building sustainable relations between nations and states to develop peace and business for mutual interest, stabilizing renewable energy, Oil&Gas, Infrastructure investment, humanitarian aid and education. Concentrating on taking the energy sector up to a greener level by incorporating sustainable clean solutions Energy industry allowing transforming the future to adopt innovative solutions. Achieved successful results by teaming with pioneer partners in UK, US, Israel, EU, China, Iraq and UAE. I enjoy walking my pet in the green dear place, water polo and swimming, obsessed with tech-related advancements for interstellar traveling. I do believe humanity as a race can achieve impossible when united, stronger together

Israel Israel

Rabbi Elhanan Miller is the founding editor of People of the Book, an online initiative that teaches Jewish faith and culture to Muslim audiences through educational videos shared on social media. An Arabic specialist, Miller is a research fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem and a faculty member at Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies. He previously served as the Arab Affairs Reporter for The Times of Israel and as rabbi of the Jewish community in Canberra, Australia.Born and raised in Jerusalem, Miller began studying Arabic at 13, serving as a linguist in the IDF’s Intelligence Unit 8200. He completed his BA (cum laude) and MA degrees in Middle East History and Islamic Studies at Hebrew University. While studying for Orthodox rabbinic ordination at Beit Midrash Harel, he founded People of the Book in July 2017. The initiative’s YouTube and Facebook pages now boasts over 260,000 subscribers and millions of annual video views across the Arab world.As a student, Miller was an avid debater, winning the title of Second-Best Speaker at the World University Debating Championships in Vancouver, Canada. He participated in multiple dialogue groups with Palestinians, and interned in

Lebanon, USA Lebanon, USA

Tv Host political analyst Maria Maalouf is a Broadcaster and owner of theCapitol talk show from Washington DC. Maria Maalouf is a stalwart opponent of the Iranian regime and its Lebanese Shi’a surrogate Hezbollah, Maalouf quoted that the damage visited on Lebanon by Israel did not compare to Iran’s record in that regard.

Israel Israel

Danielle has spent her career in Israel dedicated to connecting Israeli expertise to needs in developing countries. At present she is the Executive Director of Volcani International Partnerships, an NGO dedicated to promoting Israeli agricultural innovation and expertise for the benefit of Israel and the world. Prior to this position, Danielle was the Co-Chair of the annual ID2 Conference and co-founder of Impact Investing Israel, working to develop the impact investment sector in Israel. Danielle started her career in Israel as a senior policy advisor in MASHAV, Israel’s agency for International Development Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In this role she represented Israel, as a guest speaker, at the UN, OECD and German Development Bank. Danielle made Aliyah from London, where she worked for the Strategy and International Directorate of the UK Home Office. Danielle holds a B.A. and an M.A. from the University of Oxford and lives in Tel Aviv with her family.

Turkey Turkey

Dr. Sercan Canbolat is currently the inaugural director of Abrahamic Programs at the University of Connecticut’s (UConn) Global Affairs and a post-doctoral lecturer at UConn’s Department of Political Science. Born and raised in Turkey, Dr. Canbolat obtained two BA degrees in International Relations and Economics from Izmir University of Economics in 2011. He earned his MA degrees in International Relations and Political Science respectively from Bilkent University in 2014 and the University of Connecticut in 2017. Dr. Canbolat received a Fulbright scholarship in 2014 to continue his doctoral studies in the US. Dr. Canbolat has recently graduated from the University of Connecticut with a PhD in Political Science whose doctoral dissertation focuses on the patterns of organizational formation and leadership styles of militant organizations in the Middle East and North Africa. His scholarly works are featured and/or forthcoming in prestigious scholarly outlets including International Studies Review, Political Research Quarterly, Polity, Canadian Foreign Policy Journal, and Journal of International Relations (Uluslararası İlişkiler Dergisi). Dr. Canbolat’s book, co-authored with Dr. Özgür Özdamar, titled Leaders in the Middle East and North Africa: How Ideology Shapes Foreign Policy is slated to be published in September

Jordan, UAE Jordan, UAE

Hind Khlaifat is the General Manager of Deraya Speakers and an ambitious Bedouin Writer and artist from Petra Jordan. Living now in Abu Dhabi, Hind continues to seek challenges in the media world by implementing different innovative programs that help Arab youth improve their public speaking and communication skills and Media appearances. Hind also uses social media as a tool to empower Arab women and Arab youth and to discuss different topics related to self growth and aspirations.

UAE UAE

Mohammed Al-Dhuhouri joined TRENDS Research and Advisory at the beginning of 2023 as a senior researcher interested in Israeli affairs. Prior to joining TRENDS, he worked as researcher at the Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research from 2017 to 2022. During his undergraduate studies, he trained in a number of sovereign entities, such as the Policy and Strategies Sector at the Prime Minister’s Office in Dubai, and various political departments at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in Abu Dhabi. He is active in the voluntary field, having carried out volunteer work at official bodies such as the Federal National Council, the Dubai Future Foundation, and the Emirates Foundation. Al-Dhuhouri was chosen to represent the UAE within the UAE Youth Ambassadors Program to Germany under the generous patronage of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court in 2014. He won a number of awards, including the Sharjah Award for Educational Excellence twice, and the Certificate of Excellence from the Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Award for Distinguished Academic Performance.

Al-Dhuhouri has obtained a master’s degree in international security from Khalifa University of Science and Technology in 2021, and

Morrocco Morrocco

Meriem is the Founder of the DAR IMMA association which concerns inter-religion Development of women and children in rural areas. She was also a Member of the friends of minor prisoners chaired by ASSIAE OUADII.she holds a certificate of Healthy optometrist optician diploma from the IPDO Plus Marrakech institute.

Kurdistan (Iraq), UAE Kurdistan (Iraq), UAE

Dr Shamal Mohammed is an accomplished AgriTech executive with extensive experience in leading innovation, research and development, and digital transformation in the agricultural industry. Shamal holds a PhD in remote sensing and machine learning applications in agriculture and is presently the AgriTech Director at Silal in the UAE. He is responsible for the AgriTech innovation program, leading R&D activities and building strategic partnerships nationally and internationally to develop an innovative ecosystem for AgriTech innovation. Before his current role, Shamal held leadership positions at the AGRI-EPI Centre, Agrii, and AHDB, in the UK, where he led various projects and teams focused on digital agriculture, soil health, crop nutrition, and precision farming. Shamal has a track record of developing and implementing digital solutions that improve food production systems, increase environmental sustainability, and enhance farmers' livelihoods.

He is a member of the National Committee for Local Production and Technology in the UAE Government and an Advisory Board member of the Water Research Centre at New York University in Abu Dhabi.

Israel Israel

Dr. Shira Efron is director of research at Israel Policy Forum and a special climate change advisor to Israel’s Ministry of Defense and National Security Council. She is also the co-chair of the subgroup on regional cooperation of President Herzog's climate forum. Dr. Efron is currently on sabbatical from the RAND Corporation, where she founded and led the Israel program between 2016-2022. At RAND, she led and participated in several studies at the nexus of climate change and national security including on Gaza's water crisis and the implications of climate change for the U.S. Air Force. Several of her studies directly addressed food security challenges in the MENA region, such as making the case for the Global Dry Land Alliance and a project on GCC food security challenges in partnership with the UAE-based Emerge85. Previously, Dr. Efron was a fellow at several think tanks in Washington, D.C., including the Center for American Progress and Middle East Institute, and at the Tel Aviv-based Institute for National Security Studies (INSS). She has a PhD and MPhil in policy analysis from RAND’s Graduate School, an MA in international relations/international business from New York University,

UAE UAE

Elyazia Jasim AlHosani is a fresh graduate from Zayed University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities and Social Studies, specialized in International Affairs. She interned at the Ministry of Defense where she gathered invaluable experience and understanding of international and national security.

Elyazia’s areas of interest include social studies and social media. She is associated with the Department of Strategic Communications and is also pursuing a research diploma at TRENDS Research & Advisory.

UAE UAE

Omar Al Busaidy is a Fulbright Scholar, Author and Public Affairs expert. With a master’s degree in International Affairs & Intelligence at Florida State University, Omar is also a Non-Resident fellow at Trends Research & Advisory a geo-political think tank based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. His multiple roles have allowed him to achieve several accomplishments, from publishing his self-help book ‘Just Read It’ and his upcoming book on futurism titled “Why Jobs are Robots and Life is for People’, to investing in start ups in the tech sector. A former Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum and an alumni of the State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) , Omar has been invited to mentor students on entrepreneurship, communication and leadership at several universities and conferences across the UAE and around the world. Since the Abraham Accords, Omar has been a powerful voice advocating for greater participation of countries to join the accords and has discussed the economic potential for the prosperity of the region on many occasions. He was invited to speak to Jewish federations and organizations as well as at the Commonwealth Club, University of Notre Dame and

Israel Israel

Professional Background: Based in Israel and strongly connected in the vibrant Israeli eco-system accross (a) government: ex Advisor to the President of the State of Israel, Innovation Authority, (b)the private sector: VC’s, incubators and accelarators as well as (c) academia and TTOs. I work across multiple technology sectors and provide tech and innovation adoption advisory to Multi Nationals Corporations as well as to academia and government. Some of my clients include: Israel’s President’s Office (Served as Senior Economic Advisor), Government of Australia, Telstra (leading Australian Telco), AGL (leading Australian Energy Provider), Swinburne University (Advisor to Vice Chancellor for R&D), BHP, Inter American Development Bank (provided research on best practices in commercialisation of Agricultural research), Kubota Corporation and more. I am active in different geographies: Australia & NZ – Co Founder of the Bridge Hub (Innovation Hub for Agrifood technologies), Canada (Mentor and Speaker at the annual Inventure$ conference), Latin America, Europe (Representing Kubota Europe ventures in Israel), US (Global Ambassador to Springboard accelerator, Global Advisory Board of Western Growers Association). I have a wide experience in creating the right settings to promote innovation and providing innovators the necessary tools and skills

Morocco, Israel Morocco, Israel

Sylvia Parienté is a Moroccan-Israeli - French professional with over 25 years of experience in international expansion management in Africa. With a strong background in various sectors, including infrastructure projects, agriculture, sanitation, waste management, and water treatment, Sylvia has developed extensive field experience and a robust network of qualified contacts. The last 10 years, Sylvia's passion lies in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable practices. She has been actively involved in the decarbonization movement and the Net Zero Emission project, focusing on energy transition and innovative solutions. Her visionary leadership has led to the creation of the African Blue Project (ABC), which aims to quantify and certify carbon sequestration in nature across multiple African countries. As the CEO of Exochems Environment Africa, Sylvia has played a pivotal role in establishing the company as an innovative start-up capable of tackling Morocco's environmental issues. Under her guidance, Exochems has transitioned into an SME with a strong identity and expanded its operations to sub-Saharan countries. Sylvia's expertise extends to waste treatment and recovery strategies based on circular economy principles. She advises companies and local authorities on implementing sustainable waste management systems, emphasizing

Kurdistan (Iraq), Syria Kurdistan (Iraq), Syria

Azad Ali is a dedicated activist and scholar who has embarked on a journey of education, advocacy, and integration. Born in Aldeba, he pursued his primary and secondary education in Kurdistan, Northern Iraq. Afterward, he ventured to Lebanon, where he engaged in preparatory studies for higher education in Germany.

Azad's commitment to social justice led him to work with the United Nations in Kurdistan, broadening his perspective on global issues. Upon arriving in Germany in 2015, he embarked on an integration course and achieved proficiency in the German language.

Azad's passion for politics and human rights has driven him to take on leadership roles, such as serving as the President of the Kurdish-European Network Association. He has also undertaken further language courses, attaining fluency in German at the B2 and C1 levels.

Throughout his journey, Azad Ali has exemplified resilience, dedication, and a strong commitment to making a positive impact. His diverse experiences and unwavering determination continue to shape his path as he pursues his academic and activist endeavors.

Israel Israel

Shirahan Alwakily is a BA student at Reichman University, focusing on government diplomacy and strategy. Shirahan is a youth advisor for the NGOCSD-NY and have been actively engaged as a public speaker in various communities worldwide. Shirahan has also been involved in several projects as a U.S Embassy alumni, including Access, Career Planning Course, Empathy Storytelling, In Blink of an Eye, Bridge of Peace, Asfar NGO in the UK, and JPB program at Houston&Texas. In January 2023, She introduced the Moot Court project on human rights at the United Nations in New York. Shirahan Alwakily is also a group guidance facilitator, mindfulness deepening guide, animal welfare activist, and MUN conferences activist. Additionally, Shirahan serve as a mentor for the Jewish Agency's youth.

Egypt Egypt

Professor Salah Arafa is a tenured faculty member at the Physics Department, School of Sciences and Engineering of the American University in Cairo (AUC). He joined AUC in 1968. Before joining the University, he worked as a physics researcher at the Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority from 1962 till 1968. Arafa holds a B.Sc. in Physics and Chemistry (1962), M.Sc. in Nuclear Physics (1966), and a Ph.D. in Solid State Physics (1969); all from Cairo University. In 1967-68, he was a research fellow of the International Seminar in Physics, Uppsala University, and later in 1971-1972 was a visiting Scientist at the Physics Department of Uppsala University, Sweden. He joined the American University in 1968 and was the Chair of the Science Department twice and served as senator at large in the University Senate. Professor Arafa is well known as one of the leading Social Entrepreneurs in Egypt and the Arab World. He was selected a Senior Ashoka Fellow in 2004 and was awarded as the Man of the Year for Environment and Development in 2009. Since 1974, Arafa is involved in many Civil Society activities and is today the chairman and founder

Israel, UK Israel, UK

Alexander Eliezer is a British-Israeli businessman with experience in natural resources such as oil and gold in Central Asia and Africa, as well as the Israeli high tech sector, where he is currently an investor and board member of a cyber security company. He is based in Europe and Israel and speaks reasonable Arabic and Hebrew.

Morocco Morocco

Mr. Jalal CHARAF is Senior Advisor North Africa at IFC (International Finance Corporation / World Bank Group) since March 2023. In October 2021, he joined the OCP Group as Head of Farmer Solutions within the SBU Fertilizers & Farmer Solutions before being Sponsor of the corporate function "Talent & Organizational Development" of the Group. From 2019 to 2021, he was Managing Director of CGEM (The Employers' Organization of Morocco) and Chairman of the Management Board of the Observatoire des Branches (OdB), whose mission was to ensure that the right skills were properly forecasted for all professional branches. Before CGEM and OdB, Jalal began his professional career in 1999 and worked in the fields of the concrete industry (PREFAB Industries), international technical assistance (IFC / World Bank), teaching and training (Al Akhawayn University and OFPPT), and agriculture (Les Domaines Agricoles and Atlassence). Jalal holds an engineering degree from Ecole Centrale Paris, a Master of Engineering from Cornell University, a PLD from Harvard Business School and an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology.

Morocco Morocco

PhD student driven by the hope of achieving coexistence among different ethnic groups Background: My educational background is quite diverse, as I have gone through different specialities, including science, economics, literature and currently working on a PhD regarding different theories of representation of ethnicities Professional experience: Coming from a family of entrepreneurs, I am currently the manager of the family business, as well as an English teacher.
My certifications include a TEFL (teaching English as a foreign language) which is crucial in order to incorporate different techniques during the classes taught, which in turn will help students assimilate the language in a smoother way. Personal interests: I would like to conduct business in different parts of the world, as well as offer my teaching services, both of of these fields are crucial for bringing people together in order to achieve peace worldwide. By creating jobs and easing relationships through a common language.
My hobbies include playing chess and learning about watches, which are also two of my passionsPositive Impacts: Through teaching English, I have been able to transmit not only the language, but also ideas that helped my students see different

Israel Israel

A Hi-Tech diplomacy entrepreneur Rain Maker (500M$), vision builder, speaker on Innovation Ecosystem bridges. An expert in creating long term relationships between decision makers and diplomats (soft power). Developed an elite community and network of 1,500 innovation leaders of multinational companies, startups, VC's, NGO's , governments, &diplomats. - Founder & CEO of HiTech Ambassadors NGO foundation (since 2015). Bridging Innovation nations through leaders, for mutual growth opportunities. www.hitechambassadors.com
- Initiated several forums (mobile & telecom, cyber, R&D, IoT & Ai)
- Initiated strategic alliances, M&A for startups, multinationals, NGO's, and ecosystems
- International speaker & content curator (films, events & presentations, PR)
- Worked with diplomats from UK USA, China, Sweden, NL, France, Brazil, UAE, Canada, Switzerland, Japan, Spain, EU Parliament & more
- Among multinational companies alliances: Google, Oracle, Cisco, AWS, Microsoft, IBM, Intel, Samsung, Philips, Mobileye and more
- Israel Prime Ministers Accreditation for bringing an innovative marketing perception to the Israeli Hi Tech (2010)
- Prior to that was Head of Strategy & Creative Planning in advertising agencies (1996-2006); Has led award winning campaigns & strategic processes.

Sudan Sudan

Walaa Esam Elboushi: Former Minister of Youth and Sports, Sudan's Transtional Government. Was selected at the age of 33 as the youngest female minister in the history of Sudan, the first woman to hold the position of the minister of youth and sports. Former Chairperson of the East and Central African Regional Advisory Board for the Mandela Washington Fellowship for young African Leaders. Walaa served in Public Sector, she was the first female mechanical engineer in Sudan’s Sugar Company’s workshop since its establishment, she also worked at Sudanese Standards and Metrology Organization. In addtion to that she worked at Private Sector as Process Integration Specialist at DAL Group, Sudan’s Largest Conglomerate, the Civil Society, and as a Lecturer at Sudan University for Science and Technology . Walaa founded and led several initiatives in Sudan and across the African continent, she was part of the peaceful revolution that overthrown the 30 years of dictatorship in Sudan in 2019. Walaa was selected among the 100 most influentail young Africans in 2020 by Africa Youth Award and among the 100 most influential African women by Avance Media. Walaa is a mechanical Engineer with a

Israel Israel

Karim draws upon a rich tapestry of personal experiences that have shaped his dedication to fostering harmony and reconciliation in the region. Having grown up in a multicultural school environment encompassing both Jewish and Arab traditions, Karim developed a profound understanding of diverse perspectives from an early age. Following his studies, Karim embarked on a transformative journey, spending several years living in Europe. This experience allowed him to immerse himself in different cultural contexts and gain valuable insights that fueled his passion for promoting prosperity and coexistence in the region.

UAE UAE

Dr. Majid Al Sarrah is an enterprising professional with 16 years of rich leadership experience with key Dubai Public and Private organizations in management, legal support, governance and research. He is a member of various decision-making committees within the public sector both nationally and domestically. He is an expert of public policy from London School of Economics and Political Science and holds a PhD in Management in Aviation Socio-Economic Sustainability, as well as a master degree in international law and a master degree in business administration, additionally, various research papers about Sustainability, Public Policy, Governance and International Relations. Moreover, he is a key member of many successful projects within the aviation sector in UAE, and a previous visiting professor of management in two leading universities in UAE.

Iraq, Kurdistan Iraq, Kurdistan

Goshan mohammed karadaghi is a global health, public health, education and gender specialist situated in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. She obtained a Masters in Gobal Health and Development from University College London. She is a lecturer at the American university of Iraq, Sulaimani in the medical sciences department, where she has served for 7 years, before which she taught at the Sulaimani university School of medicine within the department of family and community medicine. She is also serving on the scientific board of the Kurdistan Health Summit, an organization designed to create platforms for discussion of pressing health concerns within the Kurdistan Region, Iraq and the wider Middle East, for the purpose of developing policy to encourage health development.
Goshan’s specific areas of interest include health and development, public health, bioethics, medical anthropology, gender and youth engagement.
She has worked on development and capacity building amount Iraq and Kurdistan in partnership with UN agencies and NGOs. Her research interests lie in medical anthropology, public health, health development and gender.

Morocco Morocco

Mr.Faiçal Marjani has more than 15 years of experience in non-profit and civil society. He is the founder and president of Maroc Coexistence Association. Mr. Marjani has been engaged in several civil society initiatives related to interreligious and intercultural dialogues, Initiator of numerous interfaith projects, combating antisemitism, and countering extremism, as well as youth empowerment . He is the president and founder of several active associations notably the Club of Solidarity and Sustainable Development, Event Rabat Ville of Solidarity, Lions Club Rabat Initiators. In all these capacities, Mr. Marjani conducts and participates in several research projects on Moroccan Judaism and the history of Moroccan Diplomacy. Through all these networks, he created communications strategies and work plans, and coordinated major events which led him to work with varied population in different parts of the world. Mr. Marjani is an active member of several international NGOs and networks like the Hilary Clinton Foundation, the Rockefeller Foundation …etc Mr. Marjani holds a Master degree in Journalism from the ESP in Paris, France and a Master degree in Political Science and International Relations from Mohammed V University in Rabat, Morocco. He was decorated by

Israel, USA Israel, USA

Dr. Feuer is a fellow at Tel Aviv University’s Institute for National Security Studies, and an associate fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy. She is the author of Regulating Islam: Religion and the State in Morocco and Tunisia (Cambridge University Press, 2018), as well as numerous policy papers and articles which have appeared in The National Interest, Foreign Affairs, Politico, and elsewhere. Dr. Feuer has lived in Morocco, Tunisia, Jordan, and now Israel. Since 2020, she has been advising companies and organizations in Israel and the Arab world on joint business and investment opportunities.

Morocco Morocco

Taha Belassiri is a Moroccan academic enthusiast with a diverse educational background. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Studies with a focus in Cultural Studies. Taha belassiri is currently pursuing a second bachelor's degree in Public Law and Political Science. He showcases a passion for exploring the intricate interplay between language, culture, law and politics. Taha Belassiri is a promising student poised to make meaningful contributions to the world.

Morocco Morocco

Wydiane Djaidi is a Moroccan lawyer, born and raised in Casablanca. She is specialized in international public law and international business law and has several years of experience working for the United Nations (UN). She is admitted to the Casablanca Bar Association and holds a Master of Laws in International Business Law at the University of Brussels (ULB) and a Master of Laws in International Public Law and Transnational Crimes at the University for Peace (university mandated by the United Nations).
Wydiane has worked for the United Nations for several years in Turin (Italy) and in the UN headquarters in Vienna (Austria), where she worked on international law and transnational criminal matters. While working at the UN headquarters in Vienna, her work mainly focused on working with governments and other relevant stakeholders for the implementation of the UN Convention against transnational organized crimes (Palermo Convention). Wydiane also supported the elaboration of several UN reports that are currently publicly available, including the UN toolkit to support member states in the elaboration of high impact strategies against organized crime. Wydiane recently moved back to the Kingdom of Morocco and is currently practicing

Turkey Turkey

Mustafa Oğuz is an Istanbul-based business consultant specialized in political risk, corporate affairs and policy & strategy development.
He received his BA degree in International Relations from Istanbul Beylent University in 2003 and graduate degree in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from Sabancı University (İstanbul) in 2005. He was a visiting researcher at the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies (BESA Center) at Bar-Ilan University in Tel Aviv, Israel, in the 2005-2006 academic year.
He completed his military service at the Turkish General Staff in June 2007 and started worked at the Foreign Economic Relations Board of Türkiye (DEIK). During this duty, he has been in charge of speech writing, policy and strategy development. He served in technical committees of national organizations such as the Investment Environment Improvement Coordination Board (YOİKK) of Türkiye and international organizations such as the Organization of Turkic States. Within the Board, he served as the director of DEIK Business Councils on regulated issues such as health, education, logistics, energy, and consultancy services.
In addition to his duties at DEIK, he served as the special advisor to Minister of Commerce of Türkiye in 2018-2019. Additionally, he was

Bahrain Bahrain

Mohammad is founder and CEO of Patients Know Best. He trained as a physician at the University of Cambridge; worked as a staff scientist at the National Institutes of Health; and was a management consultant to US hospitals at The Advisory Board Company. Mohammad is the author of seven books, including Personal health records: A guide for clinicians and Streamlining Hospital-Patient Communication: Developing High Impact Patient Portals. In 2012, he was elected an Ashoka Fellow as a social entrepreneur for the contributions he has made to patient care.

Israel Israel

Loui Haj is a distinguished COO with nearly three decades of experience in Operations, Real Estate, and Facilities. Exceptionally adept at Mergers & Acquisitions, Loui has been instrumental in propelling high-tech startups to success. His significant contributions include ventures with tech giants like NetApp and Apple; he has collaborated on expansive EMEA R&D projects for over 16 years. Additionally, Loui played a pivotal role in establishing state-of-the-art production facilities in Eastern Europe. Beyond his professional achievements, Loui's passion for the arts shines through his active involvement in theater and jazz festivals. He champions urban development and is keenly invested in innovative cross-cultural initiatives, underlining his dedication to fostering harmony between Jewish and Arab communities. A proud graduate of the Technion (Israel Institute of Technology) with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Loui's mission is to bridge cultural divides and encourage collaboration in diverse environments.

Syria Syria

Hayvi Bouzo is a highly respected American broadcast journalist born and raised in Damascus, Syria. With a history of critically acclaimed TV and radio shows, she has made a significant impact in her field. Hayvi is the co-founder and host of the Yalla show and Yalla productions, providing a platform for positive and inspirational voices in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). She has also served as a bureau chief for Orient News in Washington DC and hosted "The Axis" show, where she interviewed high profile guests, which was viewed by millions worldwide. Her insightful reporting and dynamic style have earned her numerous recognitions and accolades for her achievements. Hayvi's mixed background has influenced her passion for giving a voice to marginalized communities. In her work she focuses on promoting positive values and people to people’s peace and coexistence in the MENA region.

Israel Israel

Alaa served for 30 years in the Israeli Defense and Public Service.
His last public position was as the Defense Advisor to the President of Israel. He also served as a diplomat in the Israeli Embassy in Beijing. He is now working in the private Sector (Senior Manager in Deloitte) as well as a lecturer in the Academia. Alaa got his Ph.D. in Middle East studies from Bar Ilan University.

UAE UAE

Ahmed Obaid AlMansoori served as a government advisor, consultant & director with over 25 years of experience in leadership, and strategic planning and implementation. AlMansoori led several organizations and was board members of numerous institutions and high-level committees. His achievements include numerous accolades, including Certificate of Appreciation from the Secretary General of GCC and Certificate of Merit from HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the UAE Vice-President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai. He provided advice to world leaders, governmental bodies, and private enterprises, with insights in diplomacy, management, geopolitics, and international relations. His contributions have significantly advanced the narratives of positive coexistence, multiculturalism, dialog and tolerance globally, particularly in the cultural and political context of the UAE. In his public service, and as an appointed member of the UAE Federal National Council, he chaired the Islamic and Endowments Affairs and Public Facilities Committee which was focused on infrastructure including telecommunication, ports, marines, and housing. Additionally, he was part of the team focused on shaping the UAE Vision 2021, dealing with critical issues such as advanced science & technology, food security, telecommunications, environmental protection, and pension systems. He also served

Israel Israel

Following the renewal of official ties between the countries, Einat joined the founding team of the Israeli Mission to Morocco on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, overseeing economic and academic affairs. Einat's journey to Morocco began in 2012, driven by nostalgia and a wish to understand Moroccan identity. She was among the first in Israel to lead delegations and study tours to Morocco, focusing on political, economic, and social issues. Since then, Morocco has become both her present reality and a potential future.Einat's professional journey reflects a profound commitment to building bridges in the MENA region and between Israelis and Palestinians through diverse engagements, including research, policy-making, and grassroots activism. She previously served as an advisor to Esawi Frej, Israel’s Minister of Regional Cooperation, on relations with Morocco. Her experience includes working at ECF, the NGO that initiated the Oslo process in the 90s, and assisting the "Bereaved Families Forum for Peace and Reconciliation” as part of a research team on the concept of reconciliation in collaboration with “The Truman Institute for Peace Studies.” She is an active member of ROPES, the Regional Organization for Peace, Economics, and Security,

Palestine Palestine

Mazen Jarallah is a seasoned professional with a diverse background and extensive experience across multiple roles in the corporate world. With a passion for product management, business development, and brand management, Mazen's career has been marked by his dedication to driving growth and innovation in the electronics and telecommunications sectors. Mazen currently serves as a Product Manager at Sbitany Company in Palestine, where he oversees the electronics division with a focus on TV and SDA (Small Domestic Appliances). His strategic vision and market insights contribute significantly to the company's product portfolio and growth. Prior to his role at Sbitany Company, Mazen held a key position as Business Development Manager at Samsung Levent Company in Palestine. Here, he played a pivotal role in expanding Samsung's market presence, forging strategic partnerships, and driving business development initiatives. Mazen's career journey has included a diverse range of roles, including Program Manager at the Small Enterprise Center, where he worked on initiatives supporting small businesses. He also gained valuable experience as a Sales Account Manager at BCI and in business development at Jawwal, a prominent telecommunications company in Palestine. Mazen's professional journey reflects his commitment to

UAE UAE

Engineer. Saoud Saqer, a highly professional public diplomacy strategist, has utmost understanding of the common denominators of both countries (UAE and Israel) to develop strategies to overcome our similar challenges in climate change, radicalism, extremism, agriculture, and technology. working and supporting the Israeli pavilion in ExpoDubai2020 , leading youth panels on people-to- people connection, engaging with various Jewish federations from the United States and last, but certainly not least, consulting for various NGOs regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Israel, USA Israel, USA

Avi Kaner is an owner of the Morton Williams Supermarket chain and co-founder of Samawal Foundations, an advisory firm focused on Middle East opportunities.While at Deloitte & Touche Consulting, he focused on corporate reorganizations. Later at Booz Allen & Hamilton, he specialized in the global financial services industry across multiple continents. Avi was a leader on the financial services component of the Presidential Commission on Critical Infrastructure Protection (PCCIP) under President Clinton,.and has held a number of elected positions.Philanthropic activities span across multiple organizations including Innovation Africa, bringing clean water to millions of people using solar-powered water wells.Avi holds a bio-engineering degree and MBA in Finance from Columbia University.

Morocco Morocco

Born in 1960 in Morocco, Jamal Amiar pursued political science and international studies in Aix-en-Provence, Paris and New York. His professional life has mainly been dedicated to teaching in the USA and in Morocco, and working for various media outlets in The USA and Morocco. Lots of his work and reports has been dedicated to political and development issues in the Maghreb, mostly Morocco and Algeria, and in the Middle East, mainly issues related to peace-building between Israelis and Palestinians, and Israelis and Arabs. His book -Le Maroc, Israël et les Juifs marocains; culture, politique, diplomatie, business et religion- published in French in Paris in 2022 with a second edition in 2023, deals with the Moroccan Jewish heritage past and present, and Moroccan-Israeli relations since the Fifties, and their future in the new context of the Abraham Accords.

Sudan, USA Sudan, USA

Dr. Haydar Badawi Sadig. A former ambassador, he served as Director of the Media Department and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Sudan. <br<He holds a PhD in Mass Communication and an MA in International Affairs from Ohio University, and an M.Sc. in Sociology from the University of Khartoum.A Fulbright Scholar and professor, he taught at various universities in the United States, including at Ohio University, University of North Carolina-Charlotte, and Medaille University (Buffalo, New York). He also taught at several universities in the Arab Gulf region, including at the United Arab Emirates University, University of Sharjah, Ajman University, Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals and Qatar University. He authored or co-authored many works on mass communication and global media ethics; one of which is a book entitled “Al Jazeera in the Gulf and in the World: Is It Redefining Global Communication Ethics?" (2019).

Sudan, USA Sudan, USA

As a distinguished career diplomat and international civil servant with over 30 years of experience, Ambassador Salwa Dallalah brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge from her roles with the government of Sudan, the UNFCCC, and the IAEA. Educated in law and politics at Oxford Polytechnic and furthering her studies with a master's in African and Asian studies from the University of Khartoum, Ms. Dallalah has been instrumental in numerous international negotiations and forums, representing her government with distinction. From 1997 to 2020, she served as the lead organizer for 18 COP events on behalf of the UNFCCC, including pivotal gatherings such as Kyoto conference and COP21 in Paris, where she played a crucial role in supporting efforts for addressing the urgent challenge of climate change. Additionally, her contributions to the IAEA's general conferences and scientific forums have advanced the peaceful applications of atomic energy worldwide. Ms. Dallalah’s extensive experience has seen her collaborate closely with governments across Africa, Asia, Europe, North and Latin America as well as the Caribbean, fostering partnerships and promoting global cooperation. Currently, she channels her expertise into supporting projects in event management, coaching, human

Syria, UK Syria, UK

Based in London since 2002, Ghassan Ibrahim has gained international recognition as a British-Syrian journalist and media personality.
He has worked as a consultant and adviser for several international projects, producing and participating in research, consultancy and advocacy, concerning political strategies, extremism, media and economics in the Middle East, with strong emphasis on issues related to Syria, Turkey and Iran.
His extensive understanding of and network access in the region are among the reasons why his comprehensive knowledge is a trusted source of information about Syria and the MENA region.
His work provides an in-depth understanding of specific political, social and economic issues, including scenario analysis. He has helped politicians and business leaders to understand the problems, risks, challenges, solutions and opportunities in the Middle East. As a result, his knowledge has empowered the leaders to act with confidence when making strategic decisions.
He is the founder and CEO of the Global Arab Network, a news and information online platform, providing analysis and research about the Arab world in English and Arabic.
Before establishing Global Arab Network in 2006, he has contributed and worked for

Morocco, Israel Morocco, Israel

Born and raised in Casablanca, Galith is a singer who dedicates her voice to brotherhood, tolerance and coexistence.
After spending 12 years in Morocco, her family moved to Paris, where she came to embrace her mixed identity and became a proud advocate of multiculturalism.
She studied at the Sorbonne University and holds a master’s degree in Languages and International Business.
Galith speaks 6 languages and now lives between France, UK and Israel. She began her artistic journey with her music album Mosaic, in wich influences range from oriental melodies to the sounds of Andalusia, singing in Hebrew, Arabic, Spanish and more. Her belief in the power of music to bridge the gap between people of different origins brought her on stage in Paris and Tel-Aviv. Passionately mediterranean, she is a real Moroccan-jewish mother of 4 and married to a successful French-Israeli tech entrepreneur Jean-David Benichou. Together, they co-founded abramundi.org, a non-profit organization that puts entrepreneurs at the heart of the reconciliation between peoples and countries related to the Abraham Agreements. They are working on highlighting the positivity of the MENA region by producing inspiring content and much

Jordan Jordan

Riad al Khouri, a Jordanian based in Amman, is a graduate of l’Ecole internationale de Genève who also holds a BA from the American University of Beirut, and an MLitt from the University of Oxford, (both in Economics). Working in Arabic, English, and French, he has advised the World Bank Group (WBG), the UK Department for International Development, and many others, on economic issues, among numerous other topics. As a regional consultant for decades, Riad, among other activities, has covered most countries in West Asia & North Africa, including as WBG consultant in Afghanistan, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Turkey the UAE, and Yemen. Among his most recent WBG assignments as team leader were in 2021 on Doing Business & Country Reforms in Afghanistan, as well as in 2022 evaluating Financial Inclusion in Egypt.

Morocco Morocco

Hind Al Aissi is a lawyer admitted in New York and Paris and an alumni of Columbia Law School. She is fluent in French, Arabic, English and Spanish. Hind is involved in global investigations and international dispute resolution cases before different forums and has gained experience in leading international law firms in Casablanca, New York and Paris. As an attorney from the MENA region, Hind is eager to contribute to initiatives and pro-bono projects centered on peacebuilding by the rule of law.

Jerusalem Jerusalem

Ghanem Nuseibeh is a London based businessman and founder of Cornerstone Global Associates, London based strategy and management consultancy. He is chairman of UK-based charity Muslims Against Antisemitism. He belongs to Jerusalem’s oldest Muslim family. Ghanem is a keen and active supporter of interfaith dialogue both in Britain and in the Middle East. As a student, he headed a country-wide interfaith student group that aimed to bring together Jewish, Christian and Muslim students. In 2003, he became patron and is currently trustee of the British Friends of Neve Shalom Wahat Al Salam (NSWAS), a village in Israel that supports Arab-Jewish coexistence. In 2018, he was invited to become a patron of Faith Matters. After completing his schooling in Jerusalem and at London’s Dulwich College, Ghanem graduated from Imperial College London. He was a Senior Visiting Fellow at King’s College London and formerly Edmond J Safra Fellow at Harvard University’s Center for Ethics. Ghanem regularly writes and comments about Middle East related issues in global media. He has homes in London, Jerusalem and Dubai.

Morocco, USA Morocco, USA

Mr. Mustapha Ezzarghani is the founder and president of the Moroccan-Israeli Friendship Association (MIFA), an American organization that promotes the fostering of ties between the Kingdom of Morocco and the state of Israel. Since MIFA’s establishment in 2020, Ezzarghani has led multiple initiatives to strengthen economic and educational ties between the two countries at the grassroots level. These have included: hosting Israeli businesspeople in Morocco and facilitating meetings between them and the Moroccan government and leaders in the private sector, particularly in the fields of industry and agriculture; organizing and facilitating meetings with Israeli businesspeople to outline investment opportunities in Morocco; setting up meetings between the Shalom Hartman Institute and the Moroccan Ministry of Higher Education to create a Muslim Leaders Initiative (MLI) within Morocco; and working with the Ministry of Education in the region of Marrkech Asfi to create coexistence clubs in Moroccan public middle and high schools to teach students about the rich culture of Judaism in Morocco. Ezzarghani was born in Marrakech and worked in local politics until his early 20s. In 2013, Ezzarghani co-organized the country’s first interfaith dialogue conference in partnership with the United

Sudan, UAE Sudan, UAE

Dr. Tayseer is a distinguished Global Peace Ambassador, CEO of four esteemed companies spanning three continents, and a Consultant Occupational Medicine Physician with over three decades of experience. Her remarkable career journey encompasses leadership roles in Ocean 6 Ltd. (Abu Dhabi Global Market - UAE), Areena For Investments Sudan, Elsheikh Mustaf Elamin Agricultural Co. (Sudan), and Global Medical Technology Ltd. (U.K.). With a background in medicine, healthcare management, research, and business, Dr. Tayseer is widely recognized for her expertise and contributions to occupational health and safety. She has played pivotal roles in major projects across the United Kingdom, United States of America, and the SWANA region, earning accolades from both medical and business communities. Her membership with esteemed organizations such as the Faculty of Occupational Medicine in Ireland, American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM), Society of Occupational Medicine (SOM), and the Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management UK underscore her professional eminence. She is published editor to the Guide to Occupational Health and safety for managers and supervisors for Enterprises in developing countries(http://www.icohweb.org/site/oh-guide.asp). Moreover, her membership in prestigious institutions like Chatham House further solidifies her standing as

Tunisia, Belgium Tunisia, Belgium

Manel Msalmi is a researcher in Environmental humanities and American studies as well as international politics. She is a blogger on MENA issues at Europablog.She collaborated as an expert on climate change, Arab Spring and gender equality with the European Commission and the European Parliament. She worked as a translator for Human Rights Organizations in Brussels and participated in many projects involving young people in the fight against extremism in Brussels by collaborating on educational projects with France to fight against radicalism and antisemitism.She is a project partner at UNESCO on environmental issues and the fight against climate change since 2019. She is also an advisor to parliamentarians at the European Parliament (Epp)on MENA issues, gender equality and the fight against radical Islam since February 2019. She has been an active member in the Liberal party in Belgium since 2010 and a candidate in regional elections in Brussels in May 2019.She participated in an EU delegation to Israel in October 2019 together with young European leaders engaged in peace and dialogue in the Middle East and in the fight against Antisemitism and hate speech in Europe. She was also

UAE UAE

Director-General of the Dubai Public Policy Research Center (b’huth) He perused a career in media as a reporter for “Al Arabi” Magazine, Al Ittihad newspaper, and then Editor for Gulf Defense Magazine before starting as director of research at both and focusing on the interplay between Geostrategy and policymaking in governance, stability, capacity building, and future-proofing. Mohammed has also worked as Deputy Director of Watani (UAE’s first initiative on National Identity) and is also a founding member of the board of “Bussola Institute” a think tank in Brussels that focuses on the changing and emerging aspects of the partnership between the EU and the GCC member states. As part of his interest in the emerging geostrategic space of the Arabian Peninsula, Mohammed looks at Iran as part of the development of the area as a major trade artery. This development implies developing a sustainable relationship with its regional neighborhood on the Arabian Gulf, The Arabian Sea, the Red Sea, or the Mediterranean. Iran is a major component of that space and becoming more adaptable to the modernization process will allow it to become part of the future development of the region.

Palestine Palestine

CEO and founder of GLP - Gaza Life Power for Renewable Energy company
• Board member and Volunteer with Damour for Community Development working in environmental projects.
• Board of Trustees member of Gaza University
• Board of Directors and founder of CFTA - Culture and Thought Association • Former Minister of youth and sport and Former minister of culture
• Founder and board member of Arab Renewable Energy Commission.
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More than 30 years of experience in Development Programs at all levels, acquired experience and educational background to enable her to conduct Capacity Building programs at all levels of implementation. A mix between Public Sector and Non-Governmental sector experience that enlightened my ability become an expert in Development and Capacity building programs in Developing countries. More than 10 years of experience in renewable Energy and green economy. Since I am a feminist, I have contributed in founding and implementation of many of the organization and projects that contribute to the women empowerment socially, economically, and politically Worked since 1983 in the women's work committee and I had a lot of struggles for the women rights

Morocco Morocco

Youssef Lahbiel is an International Cooperation & Development Bachelor Student at Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane, Morocco. His journey is marked by a profound commitment to fostering interfaith dialogue, cultural exchange, and peaceful coexistence. Youssef’s academic pursuits at Al Akhawayn University have been complemented by his active involvement in various initiatives. As a representative of Al Akhawayn University within the Critical Edge Alliance Universities, he collaborates with peers from diverse backgrounds, emphasizing student-centered learning, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary approaches. Youssef has also been an active participant in various events and conferences where his passion lies in bridging gaps and building connections. Notably, he was a speaker at the Jewish Christian Muslim Conference held at the University of Haifa in collaboration with the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where he explored the nexus between religion and diplomacy. Youssef’s commitment extends to event organization. He has played an instrumental role in coordinating several events that celebrate cultural diversity, religious tolerance, and coexistence. As the President of the Mimouna Club, he actively promotes and preserves Moroccan-Jewish traditions and heritage. Additionally, his tenure as the Director of Protocol & Cooperation for the MPC Youth Forum

Morocco, France, Israel Morocco, France, Israel

Simon SKIRA has held various high-level positions within large organizations. He is also a lecturer in several institutes and universities, where he specializes in issues of peace, sustainable development, tourism and culture. Simon SKIRA is the CEO of Smartpoint Group based in Casablanca. Smartpoint Group is a company that operates in the fields of advanced technologies by offering Moroccan companies innovative solutions in various fields, particularly for smart cities, IT security, Security and defense, biotechnological, health and medical, agriculture technologies. Simon Skira is also the Founder & Chairman of ISMAR Business & Development, a company that operates in renewable energies, water technologies and greentech. Simon Skira was the Founder President of the Israel-Morocco Friendship Association in Tel Aviv. The association has organized numerous delegations and exchanges in several fields in collaboration with Moroccan specialists for agriculture, medicine, technology and other fields. Simon Skira is Secretary General of the Federation of Jews of Morocco in France.

Palestine Palestine

Samer Nuseibeh Graduated from University College London in 2000 with a BSc Honors in Engineering and Project Management and obtained his Masters degree in Construction Economics and Management in the year 2003 from the same university. He is the CEO of Mohammed Nuseibeh& Sons Group dividing his time between the hospitality as well as the commercial and construction development part of the business including Addar hotel and Addar mall both of which are in Jerusalem . Prior to that Samer worked at various international development consultancies in the UK and the Gulf. In addition he is chairing or on the board of directors of several organizations including Deputy Chairman of the Jerusalem Arab Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of ACT for Conflict Resolution, Chairman of Arab Society for People with Disabilities and Chairman of the Palestinian Sports Culture Federation. Samer completed several advanced leadership and management programs including the U.S. Department of State's premier professional exchange program The International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), The Negotiation Strategies Institute (NSI) Executive Negotiation & Leadership Program - Under the academic sponsorship of the Harvard Negotiations Project. In addition to several advanced business management courses at

Israel, USA Israel, USA

Osnat Lubrani served at the United Nations for 26 years in senior positions, including as UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator in Ukraine (2018 - 2022), Fiji, and nine other Pacific Small Island States (2013-2018), and Kosovo (2009-2013). She also held several positions as a UNDP Resident Representative and as UN Women Director. As an international development practitioner, she holds expertise in human rights, gender equality, transitions: conflict to peace, humanitarian to recovery, and sustainable development/resilience.Osnat Lubrani holds a Masters Degree in International and Public Affairs specializing in human rights, humanitarian affairs, and economic and political development (Columbia University 1997), a Masters of Fine Arts, Tisch Graduate School for Film and Television Production (New York University 1989), and a Bachelor of Arts, majored in Sociology & Anthropology and History of Africa (Hebrew University 1983). She is a Member of Diplomats Without Borders, and an Associate Researcher with Austrian Institute of International Affairs (OIIP)

UAE UAE

Hamdan Almarar was born and raised in Abu Dhabi. The Almarar family has held numerous government positions including the UAE’s first minister of education and minister of commerce. Hamdan holds a BA in Business Administration from the AlHosn University in Abu Dhabi. He started his career as a currency trader for the Al Hilal Bank prior to joining Falcon Private Bank Ltd as a relationship manager. Most recently he was appointed senior private banker at the Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank and has developed extensive knowledge about opening new businesses in the UAE and advising HNW individuals about business opportunities and solutions. He also holds several positions of board member for companies based in the UAE. Hamdan strives to build bridges and was a founder of the UAE-Israel Business Council. Besides his native Arabic, he speaks English and little bit of Hebrew and conducted the first interviews in Hebrew with Israeli media.

Jordan Jordan

Laith Alajlouni is a policy research consultant. He specialises in macroeconomic policy, geo-economics and regional integration in the Middle East. Laith has worked as an economist and social research consultant at various institutions, including the World Bank and the Jordan Strategy Forum. He has also published several articles on the socio-economic situation in Jordan (in English and Arabic). Laith has written for various international institutions, including the Middle East Institute in Washington DC, the Institute for International Political Studies - ISPI, the Atlantic Council and the LSE Middle East Centre. He has also worked as an independent consultant for various institutions in Jordan and elsewhere. Laith received his master's degree in political science from the Central European University, Vienna in 2021, and a master's degree in business administration from the University of Jordan in 2018.

Israel, UK Israel, UK

Prof Yossi Mekelberg has been an associate fellow with the Middle East and North Africa Programme at Chatham House since 2002. He is currently a guest professor at the University of Roehampton, in the UK. He was previously professor of international relations at Regent’s University, where he was head of the international relations and social sciences programme, and the faculty lead on outreach projects. He had taught at Regent’s University since 1996, and before that at King’s College, London. His fields of expertise include the politics of the Middle East, Israeli politics, the Middle East peace process, revolutions as an international phenomenon, and US foreign policy towards the MENA region. For four years he wrote a weekly column for the Al-Arabiya network before moving to write twice a week for Arab News. In addition Yossi is a regular contributor to international media on a variety of international affairs issues.

Israel, USA Israel, USA

Elana Banin is a Policy Advisor at the International Rescue Committee leading public policy engagement across issues that span women and children. She has 15 years of experience working across development, humanitarian, and peacebuilding initiatives. She led strategic planning in the Division of Communications at UNICEF, research analytics for policy and advocacy at PATH, and previously spent several years advising the Israeli government on the implications of the onset of the Syria war as well as studying external funding flows abetting the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Elana holds an MA from Tel Aviv University in Security and Diplomacy.

Morocco Morocco

Researcher specialised on Peace in the Middle East, Yasmina Asrarguis is a former professional at UNESCO, the United Nations Cabinet and the diplomatic cell of President Emmanuel Macron. She has great expertise in the issues of peace and stability in the Middle East and currently documents bilateral recognitions and cooperation between Israel and the Arab countries signatories to the Abraham Accords. A Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum, she notably received the Peter Throughton Prize in 2018 for her field study on Islamism in France. In 2015-2017, she also worked with the OneVoice movement and the UNESCO Aladdin project, both of which promise inter-religious dialogue in the Euro-Mediterranean zone.

UAE UAE

Advisor, Abu Dhabi Executive Office Shady Elborno is a distinguished economist and policy advisor with over 24 years of experience spanning financial services and government sectors. Currently, as the Head of Insights at the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, Shady leads a team dedicated to developing strategic economic and policy insights that inform high-level decision-making. His work focuses on leveraging advanced analytics and big data to enhance economic frameworks and drive innovative strategies across various sectors. Shady’s career has been marked by a commitment to fostering sustainable economic growth and diversification. At the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, he has been instrumental in operationalizing analytics and developing economic composites tailored to critical indicators like GDP growth, employment rates, and sectoral contributions. His role as a MENA Advisor at Alumia further demonstrates his expertise in providing strategic financial, economic, and policy insights to support business growth and alignment with regional economic and regulatory frameworks. Holding a Master’s degree in Big Data and Business Analytics, Shady is at the forefront of integrating AI and data-driven methodologies into policymaking. His ability to translate complex data into actionable insights has made him a trusted advisor to both government

Morocco Morocco

Prof. Boukouray, before joining UIR, was the Dean of the School of Business, Law, and Vatel School of Hospitality at UIC-Laureate in Morocco. He holds degrees from Sorbonne, Paris III, and a Ph.D. in Social Semiotics & Marketing from UQAM & McGill University, focusing on brand communications, entrepreneurship, and fame manufacturing. At UIR, he played a pivotal role in rethinking the commercialization of R&D, intellectual property assets, and the Technology Transfer & Enhancement Office’s role by implementing 4.0 go-to-market strategies for early-stage technologies and spinouts. He also initiated the digital marketplace platform to showcase mature projects, technologies, and innovations, to promote patents and promising startups emerging from UIR’s 360° Incubator and launchpad. His career includes leadership roles as CEO of Pierre Cardin & Group Ethier International Canada, CEO of Airtel Telecom (Canada & CEMAC region in Africa), and VP of Marketing for LCI, Multidev Technologies. Featured in publications like Revue de Gestion HEC and Stanford Social Innovation Review, he has led initiatives like the creation of the first low-cost broadband network for Sub-Sahara Africa and mentored hundreds of startups and entrepreneurs in the MENA region & Africa.

Morocco Morocco

Ms Chaimae Bouazzaoui is based in the U.S.A. She is the first Moroccan woman diplomat in Israel, assigned in 2021 in her capacity as a career member of the Moroccan MFA, following the historic signing of the Abraham Accords in 2020 and the resumption of the Moroccan-Israeli Diplomatic relations on the eve of Hannuka, the celebration of Lights, a game-changer and tremendous source of hope in the MENA region. She worked at the Liaison Office of the Kingdom of Morocco in Israel as Political Counselor while touching on a wide range of intertwined arenas as well, in the frame of the trilateral-signed agreement with the U.S. in December 2020. She was part of the historic Negev Forum and contributed to the opening of the bilateral diplomatic relations. Chaimae was born in Meknes, a historical city dubbed “the little Yerushalaym” and has demonstrated a life-long interest in the contribution to and the deepening of a flourishing Moroccan-Israeli cooperation, bolstered and concretized thanks to the strategic decision of His Majesty the King Mohammed VI. She has also great hope in the broadening of the Abraham Accords in MENA and beyond, in the very spirit

Israel Israel

Lior Dabush is a consultant, entrepreneur, and lecturer specializing in Middle East affairs, with a focus on the politics and economies of the Arab Gulf states. A former team member at the Embassy of Bahrain in Israel, she broke new ground as the first Israeli woman to join the diplomatic mission. As an advocate for the Abraham Accords, Lior advances peace through people-centered diplomacy, fostering regional integration and intercultural understanding. Fluent in Arabic, Hebrew, and English, Lior uses her linguistic and cultural expertise to drive innovative initiatives that bridge divides and promote collaboration. She is an active member of several international NGOs shaping the vision of a new Middle East. Currently pursuing an MBA at Reichman University, Lior also holds a B.A. with honors in Political Science and Middle Eastern Studies from Ben-Gurion University. Previously, she founded and led Sparkle Analytics, a business intelligence firm, serving as a board member and team leader for five years.

Iran, Germany Iran, Germany

Dr. Ali Fathollah-Nejad is a German–Iranian political scientist and author focusing on Iran, the Middle East, and the post-unipolar world order. He is Founder and Director of the Center for Middle East and Global Order (CMEG), a think-tank devoted to exploring transformations and promoting a foreign policy that reconciles interests and values. He currently teaches Middle East politics and international security at the Hertie School – The University of Governance in Berlin and is also a Fellow with the University of Bonn’s Center for Advanced Security, Strategic and Integration Studies (CASSIS). Among his publications are, most recently, The Islamic Republic in Existential Crisis: The Need for a Paradigm Shift in the EU’s Iran Policy (2023, European Union Institute for Security Studies, Chaillot Paper), the much-acclaimed book Iran in an Emerging New World Order (2021, Palgrave), The Islamic Republic of Iran Four Decades On: The 2017/18 Protests Amid a Triple Crisis (2020, Brookings), where he suggested the start of a long-term revolutionary process in Iran. His forthcoming book is titled Iran – How the West is Betraying its Values and Interests (in German). Ali is also the former Iran

Gaza (Palestine), USA Gaza (Palestine), USA

Ezzeldeen was born in Gaza City in 1971. He completed his Bachelor’s in Political Science and Criminal Justice In the spring of 1997 from Northeastern Illinois University. He then worked for Chicago's Board of Education as an Arabic/English bilingual teacher. In the fall of 2000, he completed his Master’s in International Relations, with specialization in conflict resolution. That year, he moved back to Palestine, and accepted a job with the American International School in Gaza, as a social studies teacher and head of the upper school. In November 2006, he opened OneVoice Palestine-Gaza office and was appointed as the Executive Director. After the end of the first Gaza War, he moved to Ramallah City and accepted the job of Director of Development in OneVoice Palestine. In the summer of 2011, he moved back to the Gaza Strip and was appointed as Director of OneVoice-Gaza. He returned to the United States in 2015, and is currently the US Outreach Director. In 2014, Ezz was featured in the New York Times for his work with OneVoice.

Palestine Palestine

Dr. Nedal Rashed Al-Jayousi is a passionate peace educator, the founder of the only Conflict Resolution Program in Palestine, and the author of the only Peace Education manual, which has been taught in several Palestinian schools. He was awarded the prestigious Mount Zion Award in 2009 by Dormitio-Abtei for his outstanding contributions as a leading educator in rapprochement and conflict resolution. Dr. Jayousi serves as the Head of the Higher Education Reform Committee and the Country Representative for the Palestinian European Cooperation in Palestine. He is also a member of the Steering Committee for the President’s Higher Council of Innovation and Excellence. With extensive experience and numerous publications across various educational disciplines, Dr. Jayousi is recognized as a thought leader in the field. In addition, Dr. Jayousi is the honorary board head of 12 private educational institutions, NGOs, and CBOs in Palestine and the region. He previously held key roles as the Regional Director of the Palestinian Reform Fund at the Prime Minister’s Office and the Regional Director of the Capacity Building Program across 13 countries.

Jordan Jordan

Rajae Sahouri is an investment professional and host of The Straight Up Start Up podcast. With expertise in entrepreneurship and portfolio management, he has led initiatives such as the entrepreneurship fund and program at King’s Academy, as well as the Youth Executive Committee with Jordan’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship. Rajae is also known for fostering strategic collaborations to empower entrepreneurs across the Middle East.

UAE UAE

Marwan Alblooshi is an Emirati PhD researcher at Lancaster University in the United Kingdom. His thesis examines the relationship between changes in Emirati foreign policy and the regional order, as well as national identity. Alblooshi previously worked in policymakers' circles in the UAE, assisting the government in the development and implementation of several national agendas.

Kurdistan, Iraq Kurdistan, Iraq

Lana Sewkany holds a law degree from the American University of Iraq, Sulaimani. She is passionate about public policy and international humanitarian law, with a particular focus on addressing societal and environmental challenges. As a consultant with Human Rights Watch, she has contributed to research on critical environmental issues, working to promote accountability and advocate for sustainable solutions.

Morocco, Canada Morocco, Canada

Walid is a dedicated public servant, blogger at the Times of Israel, and a full-time PhD candidate in Contemporary Religious Studies at the University of Sherbrooke. Specializing in cultural and religious diplomacy, his research focuses on Arab-Israeli normalization, the Abraham Accords, and the role of music and arts in fostering peace between Jewish and Muslim communities. Born in Morocco, Walid resides in Québec, where he is actively engaged in political activity. With a professional background in immigration, project management, and media, he holds a Master’s in Applied Political Studies and a Bi-disciplinary Bachelor’s in Marketing and Management, earning several scholarships for excellence and perseverance. Passionate about political analysis, academic writing, and conference organization, his scholarly interests include the intersection of culture, religion, and diplomacy in promoting peace and understanding.

Israel, USA Israel, USA

Beth Debeer is a strategist and relationship builder dedicated to mobilizing capital for transformative impact. She has partnered with foundations, family offices, investment advisors, asset managers, and venture capital funds to design and implement strategies that maximize returns across asset classes. Driven by a passion for building bridges and connecting people with ideas, Beth brings a collaborative approach to fostering innovative solutions and sustainable change. Originally from the US, Beth is fluent in Hebrew and English, Beth holds a BA from the University of Michigan and a Master’s degree from Columbia University.

Syria, USA Syria, USA

Hazem Alghabra, born in Damascus Syria, is the founder and president of Frontiers Consultants, a Washington DC-based consultancy firm that provides public relations and crisis management solutions with a focus on the Middle East and the United States. Prior to starting his firm, Alghabra held multiple positions with the U.S. Department of State including senior advisor for public affairs at the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs. Alghabra provides daily insight and analysis as a commentator on a vast array of television stations including i24, Keshet, Alarabyia, Sky News, BBC, and Alsharq-Bloomberg. Alghabra is also the North America partner for the Israel-based Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs.

Morocco Morocco

Yassine ACHAHRAR is an entrepreneur and sustainability advocate dedicated to creating impactful business ventures. He is the Founder of GreenTreks, a sustainable travel initiative that promotes eco-tourism, cultural exchange, and community-driven experiences across Morocco. Through GreenTreks, he designs innovative travel solutions that benefit both travelers and local communities. With a strong background in sales, marketing, and business development, Yassine currently serves as a Sales Manager at Pyxeli Agency, where he helps startups and businesses optimize their digital presence and growth strategies. His expertise spans CRM systems, client acquisition, and strategic partnerships. As a UM6P Explorer Program Participant, Yassine collaborates with MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund to foster entrepreneurship and innovation. He is also a Founder Institute participant, further developing his leadership and startup-building skills. Yassine is multilingual, speaking English, French, Arabic, Amazigh, and basic Chinese, which enhances his ability to navigate global markets and cross-cultural collaborations. He is also pursuing Salesforce Administrator certification to strengthen his CRM and data management expertise. His long-term vision includes expanding GreenTreks internationally, scaling his entrepreneurial ventures, and pursuing a master’s degree in Business Administration or International Relations. A results-driven leader, Yassine thrives on innovation, sustainability, and strategic collaboration

Palestine, USA Palestine, USA

Thaer Abed is an American - Palestinian Born in Richmond, Virgina and grew up during both intifada in the West Bank. Mr. Abed currently holds a position of a field engineer based in southern Iraq (Um Qassir) in which he overlooks the training program for the iraqi navy. For the past 13 years Mr.Abed has worked directly with the Iraqi navy on several programs such as training crew members on 35m and 60m USA made boats, renewing the legacy of the Arabian gulf academy for Maritime studies, C41S that links the Iraqi oil platforms with command center to insure the safely and sovereignty of Iraq’s most oil reserve Mr. Abed is also the owner of health investment warehouse drug store in the West Bank.

Israel Israel

Eman holds a BA in Communications and Journalism and a master’s degree in National Security Maritime Strategy from the University of Haifa. She works as a Press Liaison at the Jerusalem Press Club, a private club that offers journalists everything they need: access to Israeli decision-makers and experts, briefings, and networking. With over 17 years of extensive journalistic experience, she has worked in various fields, including political communications, investigative reporting, and the production of television and radio programs. In 2019, Eman was selected to participate in the U.S. Department of State’s prestigious International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). An expert in the Lebanon-Israel maritime agreement, Israel’s gas agreements with Arab countries, and the Palestine-Gaza marine gas field, she possesses deep knowledge of Middle Eastern politics, economics, and culture, with a focus on Saudi Arabia and the UAE. A lecturer in political communication, Israeli politics, and the Arab world, she is fluent in Arabic, Hebrew, and English, with a profound understanding of Israeli society. She is a member of the Devorah Forum, a non-partisan, non-profit NGO with an active network of professional women in an array of fields relating to Israel’s national security and foreign

Jordan Jordan

Sara Alshorman is an MA student in English Studies at the University of Southern Denmark, specializing in cultural diplomacy and literary studies. A language and culture student who believes that communication and understanding are key to solving complicated issues and making a difference, she is passionate about fostering cross-cultural dialogue. Her research explores Cold War-era propaganda, focusing on the aesthetic and political dimensions of magazines. With a deep interest in Middle Eastern studies, she is currently developing a literary platform to promote mutual awareness between Arabs and Israelis. This initiative seeks to bridge cultural gaps through literature, music, language, and personal storytelling in a neutral, inclusive space. Sara is also involved in organizing academic conferences and cultural initiatives that promote global feminist perspectives.

Palestine Palestine

Wisam Ziadeh was born and raised in Shu’fat, a Palestinian Arab neighborhood in East Jerusalem. She studied English Literature and Journalism at Bethlehem University. A mother of two, she holds an Israeli ID, while her husband and children have Israeli passports, navigating the complexities of identity and mobility in the region. For over a decade, Wisam has been dedicated to peace-building and cross-border initiatives. In 2010, she worked at the Peace Works Foundation as the Project Manager of the International Education Program in the West Bank. She is a leader and advocate for social justice, peace, and gender equity, with expertise in program development, management, peace-building, and gender programs. Wisam is an alumna of the U.S. Consulate's exchange program, having participated in Women’s Role in Peace and Security program in the United States in 2019. She has developed several programs focused on women’s empowerment and community development and has represented Palestine in numerous international conferences on women’s rights and empowerment. In 2015, she led Women’s Empowerment Projects, contributing to joint efforts to promote peace and end the conflict both locally and internationally. In 2022, she founded Takadom for Peace, where she serves as

Morocco Morocco

Founder & CEO of Prosper Atlas, a strategy consulting firm specializing in investment, business development, and international partnerships. President of the Regional Commission for Investment & International Partnerships at CGEM Marrakech-Safi, fostering economic growth and cross-border collaborations. Former CEO of multiple companies in finance, consulting, and industry. Advisor to top executives in strategic decision-making. Also a contemporary artist, with works in painting, photography, and sculpture. Holds a background in economics and has a deep interest in AI, innovation, and sustainable development.

Israel Israel

Tom Vizel is the founder and CEO of 4MENA Network, a pioneering transnational organization fostering cross-cultural partnerships in the Middle East and North Africa. Inspired by the European Erasmus program, 4MENA unites like-minded institutions to build a more inclusive and interconnected future. Additionally, Tom leads the Educational Department of NOAL, one of the largest youth movements in Israel, which engages over 90,000 members across 350 locations in Israel, including 55 Arab towns. NOAL's diverse programs promote unity among the various communities within Israeli society. Tom's leadership is dedicated to peace and cross-cultural understanding.

Morocco Morocco

Karima Rhanem is the president of the International Center for Diplomacy and CEO of Africa My Home. She is also senior managing editor at the New Africa Magazine. She is a gender and youth policy expert. She previously worked as a communication expert for international development programs at the USAID/US embassy in Rabat, and Policy Advocacy Specialist at Counterpart International. She was also managing editor at Morocco Times newspaper. Karima is a multi-award winner with over 36 awards at the African level. She has been nominated since 2017 among Trop 30, 50, and 100 most influential young leaders, exceptional woman, and CEO in Africa. She has also been named humanitarian Ambassador in Africa.

Israel Israel

Micky Rozin-Aharonson is a director at an international foundation and a research fellow at the Dayan Center for Middle Eastern Studies at Tel Aviv University. She served as the Chief of Staff and foreign policy adviser to the Minister of Transport. Previously, she was a senior research fellow at the Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security (JISS), specializing in national security, international relations, and diplomacy. Her recent writings focused on international involvement, mainly Russia and FSU countries, in the Middle East and the impact on Israel's national security and regional developments, such as Russia's role in the Middle East. Before joining JISS, she concluded nearly a decade of service at the National Security Council in the Israeli Prime Minister's Office as Senior Director of the Diplomatic Secretariat. In this role, she was responsible for managing the international relationships of the Prime Minister's National Security Advisor, including with foreign NSCs and diplomats. She regularly prepared policy recommendations for the Prime Minister and the National Security Advisor on regional and international affairs. Micky frequently appears in the media as a commentator on international relations and the Middle East.

Sudan Sudan

Ismaeel Elnasri is a seasoned legal professional and board secretary, holding associate membership in the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb-UK). He is also a certified mediator and a Certified Sharia Advisor and Auditor (CSAA), possessing over 20 years of experience in investment banking, Islamic banking, retail banking, finance, corporate law, labor law, real estate, and construction. His career includes extensive legal experience throughout the GCC and MENA regions. Since 2004, he has served in senior executive positions with prominent banking and financial institutions in Bahrain and Qatar. Mr. Elnasri holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Sudan and is a registered lawyer with the Sudanese Ministry of Justice.

Yemen Yemen

Before co-founding RSAI, Red Sea Analytics International, Khaldoon Bakahail was with the Yemeni government where he held senior positions across four ministries. He is a senior advisor on security sector reform for the Geneva-based Center for Security Sector Governance (DCAF)and country coordinator for Yemen . In his position at DCAF, Khaldoon has designed and facilitated high-level dialogues between multiple regional and local actors in Yemen’s ongoing conflict. He routinely advises ranking government officials, the UN, and leading NGOs on security and political issues in Yemen and the broader region. Khaldoon is a participant in the T-20/ G-20 Global Solutions Initiative. He is also an alumni of the Near East South Asia Center for Strategic Studies and an active member of the Nobel Prize winning Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs.)

Morocco Morocco

Zakaria El Hamel is a distinguished Moroccan human rights activist, renowned for his extensive work in promoting peace, dialogue, and human rights. Born and raised in Morocco, El Hamel has dedicated his life to fostering understanding and cooperation among diverse communities. In 2005, he founded the organization Youth for Peace and Dialogue Between Cultures, which aims to educate and empower young people to embrace tolerance and respect for different cultures and religions. His initiatives often focus on creating platforms for intercultural dialogue and promoting the values of peace and coexistence. El Hamel’s efforts have not gone unnoticed. He has received several prestigious awards, including the Pan-African Humanitarian Award for Global Impact and Community Development. His work extends beyond Morocco, as he actively participates in international forums and conferences, advocating for human rights and sustainable development. Through his leadership and advocacy, Zakaria El Hamel continues to inspire many, particularly the youth, to engage in meaningful actions that contribute to a more peaceful and just world.

Morocco Morocco

Strategist and Public Policy expert with over a decade of experience in Lobbying, Law, Business and Governance across North Africa, the Pan-African region, and the Mediterranean. Currently serving as Executive Director of L’Union Féministe Libre (UFL), leading efforts to adress gender-based violence and driving Institutional and Policy advocacy initiatives. Extensive experience working with International Institutions, the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), and the African Commission on Human and Peoples Rights, engaging governments, political stakeholders, and the private sector to advance policy reforms and corporate accountability. Collaborated with Deutsche Bank and international NGOs to develop corporate human rights frameworks, in addition to learnings from the Corporate Equality Index. An alumna of several regional and international leadership programs, serving on the boards of three regional initiatives and advising a fund supporting 400+ NGOs. Academic background includes a Law degree specializing in International Humanitarian Law, with additional studies in political science, governance, business, and international intelligence.

Morocco Morocco

Kamal Akaya has an international development background with extensive experience in program management, civic engagement, and cross-cultural communication. Currently serving as the Morocco Country Director for the Center for International Private Enterprise since September 2023, Kamal oversees strategic program implementation, financial operations, and business development initiatives throughout Morocco. His professional background includes roles as Program Manager at CIPE, Project Manager at SimSim Participation Citoyenne, and various leadership positions with international organizations focused on youth empowerment, environmental advocacy, and civic education. A multilingual professional fluent in English, French, Arabic, and Tamazight, Kamal's educational background includes a BA in Linguistics from Cadi Ayad University in Marrakech. His extensive international training includes participation in prestigious programs such as the Professional Fellow Program funded by the US State Department, the Middle East and Mediterranean Summer School in Switzerland, and conflict resolution training with the Goethe Institute in Germany. Throughout his career, Kamal has demonstrated exceptional skills in developing partnerships, managing cross-cultural teams, and implementing impactful community development projects across Morocco and the broader MENA region.

Turkey Turkey

Batu Coşkun is a political analyst on Turkish affairs. He is also a non-resident fellow at TRENDS Research & Advisory. Batu’s interests include Türkiye’s foreign policy, Turkish political history, and Ankara’s relationship with the Arab Gulf states. He is a graduate of the London School of Economics and Bilkent University in Ankara. Batu is a contributor to the Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington, the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, the Washington Institute, and the LSE Middle East Center. He is a columnist for the Independent’s Turkish language edition. Batu is author of Mapping the Genesis of the Abraham Accords: Elite Preferences, Rising Nationalism, and the Quest for Political Stability.

Palestine Palestine

Suad Zaid is a Palestinian entrepreneur and technology specialist with a background in Information Technology and Communication. With over a decade of experience in programming, business development, and innovation, she has founded and exited a successful SaaS venture, and currently leads startups focused on AI-powered solutions in education and agriculture. Suad has also contributed to USAID-funded projects, working on sustainable development and economic empowerment initiatives across the MENA region. Her work emphasizes leveraging technology to drive inclusive growth, environmental responsibility, and regional cooperation.

Bahrain Bahrain

Prof. Dr. Adel Sarea holds various editorial roles on several international journals, including Editor-in-Chief of the MENA Journal of Cross-Cultural Management; Section Editor for Heliyon Finance (Elsevier); Senior Editor of the International Journal of Emerging Markets; Consulting Editor of the Journal of Education for Business; Associate Editor of the International Journal of Islamic and Middle Eastern Finance and Management; and Guest Editor for various academic publications. His profile embodies a dedication to academic research. He is also committed to impactful teaching in Accounting and Economics, as well as leadership within the accounting and finance community. His books are available on Amazon, such as Centering Gender in the Era of Digital and Green Transition: Intersectional Perspectives. His research has been published in top-tier academic journals such as Emerging Science Journal, Business Strategy & Development, International Journal of Social Economics, International Journal of Business and Emerging Markets, International Journal of Emerging Markets, The Journal of Risk Finance, Journal of Economic Cooperation & Development, Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity, Journal of Financial Regulation and Compliance, International Journal of Law and Management, International Journal of Ethics and Systems, and Asian Economic and Financial Review.

Morocco Morocco

Prof. Expert in international cooperation, social inclusion, and multiculturalism with over two decades of experience in political advocacy, interreligious dialogue, and community integration. Holds dual PhDs in Psychology and Islamic Philosophy, complemented by Masters in International Cooperation and Community Law. Recognized internationally as aPeace Ambassador and awarded multiple honors for contributions to gender equal- ity, anti-trafficking legislation, and cultural mediation. Currently a professor at Limec University and a businesswoman in fuels, aviation, and international investments.

Israel Israel

Born in Israel to an Italian mother and Libyan father, Liel Maghen has spent years exploring his identity, which has led him to his active involvement in peace building activities in the Middle East. After co-directing the Israel/Palestine Centre for Research and Information (IPCRI), a partnership-building NGO and think tank, he co-founded Elham - the Day After, bringing together Israeli and Palestinian artists to sow seeds of hope in a shared future. Maghen also acts as a consultant on programmes across the Middle East promoting community building, intercultural dialogue and non-violent communication. In 2022, he was awarded the IIE Victor J. Goldberg Prize for Peace in the Middle East. He is currently making his first feature-length documentary focused on political imagination as a method to inspire hope in the war-torn region.

Syria Syria

A Syrian journalist based in France, Sakher Edris has extensive experience in media work and is an active advocate for journalists’ rights, civil peace, and issues related to migration and asylum. He served as Secretary-General of the Syrian Journalists Association from 2016 to 2024, where he played a pivotal role in developing media strategies, building partnerships with leading international organizations, and promoting ethical and professional standards in Syrian journalism and media management. He has worked with prominent media outlets and produced political and cultural talk shows. He has also provided media consultancy to several organizations and institutions. He delivered dozens of lectures in French schools on freedom of the press and expression in the Middle East and participated in awareness programs inside the Paris prison center, in cooperation with the Maison des Journalistes in Paris and the French Ministry of Justice. He has led initiatives to empower journalists, promote freedom of expression, and strengthen social cohesion between refugees and host communities. He also launched the platform “immigrants now, which focuses on issues of migration and asylum. He holds a diploma in Computer Programming from the United Kingdom and a Master’s degree in Journalism

Libya Libya

Counselor Dr. Marwa Abdulrraziq Khamees Mastor Al Hawary. Libyan woman with a position of general manager of ALFOULK logistics shipping and movers company which is particularly concerned with money exchange and remittances (transportation of money and valuables) and all transportation servicess of all kinds in general and on the other hand she is the founder and head of the Libyan Defense Party. She is interested in the security and stability of the world (the military and security file), and she is a consultant in the military and security sector, specifically in planning and (evaluating & controlling) performance. A lover of mathematics, statistics, and operations research. She does not like to cooperate and work with civil society and humanitarian activists because she does not have the type of flexibility in her personality that is appropriate for their social environment. By the grace of God, Dr. Marwa has mastered transformational leadership, and she believes that the highest probability of achieving security stability for the world is achieved through the state of Libya. Therefore, she advises world leaders to pay attention to the stability of the state of Libya, the unity of its people, its lands,