Washington, District of Columbia, United States
A humanitarian aid, human rights, education and international development professional with 20+ years experience designing and guiding large-scale programs in fragile and crisis-affected areas. Oversaw multi-million-dollar portfolios in partnership with UN agencies, governments, foundations, and academic institutions. Translated research and evidence to action for veterans, justice professionals and other groups. Lead programs in mental health, education, child protection, and humanitarian assistance. Experience in grants management, program design, compliance, and impact measurement. Fluent in English, Arabic, and French.
Oversee the identification of new funding sources and develop proposals supporting national and global drug-reduction initiatives. Coordinate with federal agencies and partners to design programs aligned with CADCA’s mission. Manage the full lifecycle of grants, ensuring compliance, timely reporting, and effective impact tracking.
Led a multi-year NSF-funded research project focused on suicide prevention among U.S. military personnel and veterans. Oversaw all phases of the study, translating findings into policy-relevant interventions. Taught graduate courses in Global Politics and International Organizations and coordinated departmental programs for Political Science and Economics.
Designed and implemented humanitarian education and protection programs for conflict-affected populations in Northern Syria. Trained field staff on international humanitarian standards and developed operational tools to improve emergency response. Authored the IRC Syria Protection Training Manual to standardize best practices across conflict zones.
Delivered child protection training for government officials and led field assessments during natural disasters. Designed inclusive, context-specific interventions for displaced populations and provided psychosocial support services in crisis environments.
Directed Georgia’s statewide refugee mental health program ensuring trauma-informed, culturally appropriate care. Established partnerships across sectors to ensure integrated service delivery in health, education, and social support.