Saif Sakaji

I hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, driven by a deep passion for energy, climate action, and sustainability.

I co-founded a recycling startup, where I gained valuable experience in sustainability, innovative problem-solving, and promoting environmental awareness. Later, I developed expertise in management, operations, strategic planning, and fostering inclusion for local communities through various roles.

These experiences enhanced my leadership and organizational skills and deepened my understanding of creating sustainable impact.

I currently work with the Jordan INGO Forum, where I handle high-level coordination and represent INGOs operating in Jordan in front of the government, donors, and internationally.

My decision to shift from engineering to the nonprofit sector reflects my vision to create lasting change, as I am dedicated to positioning myself where I can give back to those in need and contribute to creating solutions that are both impactful and sustainable.

Nazeeha Khalid

Nazeeha is a creative professional, passionate about using art for social impact. With a background in computer graphics and a strong commitment to positive change, she has contributed to initiatives with organizations like GIZ, UNRWA, and Future Builders Association. Currently, Nazeeha holds the position of a Research and Advocacy Assistant at Oxfam, combining analytical skills and artistic expertise to support meaningful causes.

Eager to explore research-driven advocacy, she connects data with creative expression to inspire action. As an Exchange Program Artist with the Leonardo International Exchange, she developed “Through the Looking Glass: Challenging Beauty Ideals”, an interactive installation using art and technology to promote self-acceptance. She also contributed to “Ya’ni: Against Violence” comic book with IDare for Sustainable Development, through scripting and illustrating comics to advocate against violence and empower youth.

Nazeeha views art as a bridge for communication and advocacy, focusing on advancing sustainable development and refining her craft.

Osaeed Zakarneh

Osaeed Yahia Zakarneh is not just a professional, but a force of change. With a career spanning over ten years, he has left an indelible mark in the fields of advocacy, research, campaigning, and project management. His knack for exceeding expectations, securing funding through innovative proposals, and driving sustainable change has made him a beacon of success. Currently, as the Policy, Influencing and Media Manager at Oxfam GB in Amman, Jordan, Osaeed is the architect behind Oxfam’s influencing strategy for the Gender, Economic, and Climate Justice Programs in Jordan. His strategic insights have led to significant policy wins and increased funding, making him a key player in the organization’s success. But his influence extends beyond Oxfam. As a consultant and trainer, Osaeed has shaped capacity strengthening methodologies for various organizations, including Plan International, INJAZ, and Global Platform Jordan. His methodologies have been widely adopted, fostering positive change in the organizations and regions he has touched.

Ahmad Abu Romman

Youth leader and social activist. He has experience in civil society (NGO) since 2016. He has volunteered in several projects focused on youth and economic development. Also, he cooperated with a team from the Jusoor Project to launch two initiatives in the field of mental health and education for people with special needs. Moreover, he won the Best Delegate Award in the Arab Council (United Nations Simulation Programme) for the year 2017.

Meriana Asad

Meriana is a Landscape designer who graduated from the University of Jordan. Meriana is known for her adaptability, strong communication skills, and empathy. She is a practical person who loves to engage in entrepreneurial and youth work environments.

She volunteered with AIESEC, a non-profit international organization, to develop leadership in youth and offer them opportunities abroad to volunteer or get an internship. Furthermore, she was part of the Study of the U.S. Institutes for Young Women Leaders (SUSI) program, which had a role in developing her leadership skills, civic engagement, women empowerment, and proposal writing.

She has participated in many projects in various countries, such as the Human Rights Project in Lithuania, the Future Development Project in the Netherlands, and Hikmat Leaders in Jordan. Currently, Meriana is a program coordinator intern at Generations for Peace and is excited to be part of the positive impact on her society.

Osama Al Amosh

An immensely qualified BS fresh graduate. Ready to expand horizons with additional knowledge gained from training and experience. Highly interested in diplomacy, international humanitarian law and foreign policy.

Abdalrahman Naser

Abdalrahman graduated from the University of Jordan with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering.

He worked as a trainer for years and trained hundreds of people in various topics, including entrepreneurship and career guidance. He worked and volunteered with many institutions and organizations in several jobs, and he created community initiatives and projects in cooperation with his colleagues and institutions. These initiatives and projects aimed to provide benefit to society, including an initiative to train students recently graduated from the university to prepare them for work. There is also a health project through which free and environmentally friendly sports facilities were created.

He also obtained several accreditations, including the accreditation of an occupational safety and health supervisor, ISO 22000 accreditation, tot train the trainers and others.

Ekram Masatfah

Ekram Ahmad, Occupational Therapist but a volunteer before everything! She is interested in health, education, youth, and human rights. She started volunteering and civic engagement since she was in school, starting with being an alumna of Access English Micro scholarship Program by the U.S. Embassy with more than 400 hours of learning English and community service.

She continued her journey in taking various trainings that shaped her personality and improved her skills. Since, giving back to her local community was always what she thought makes a real impact, she volunteered as a facilitator, mentor and program coordinator in local organisations and youth initiatives in Zarqa, in different projects such as Juveniles Justice and Children Summer Camp.

After graduation from Hashemite University with an excellence degree in Occupational Therapy, she decided to dive into a new adventure, so she applied for the Lazord Fellowship to gain work experience in NGOs and decide her future career path. Working in development sector is where she feels belonging, because she likes working with the community and with vulnerable groups. Acceptance, openness, and respect are her core life values. She considers herself to be a smooth communicator, organised coordinator, and detail-oriented person. Her future vision is to leave an impact in her small world by trying to be better and do better every single day.

Taima AL-Rafayia

Taima is an ambitious young woman working in the community sector. She has strived and worked to reach her goals by becoming a young leader who spread justice and peace, interested in human rights, environment, and leadership.

She obtained a degree in “Leadership” from Harvard Business School. Moreover, she was an intern at Friedrich Ebert Stiftung and, she got a second place for innovate an application that works to protect women in the 14th Regional Youth and Technology conference.

She got a first place in public speaking competition in Jordan.

Sara Issa

Sara Issa has experience in CS and social media advising since she worked directly after graduation with an outsourcing company. She is mostly interested in cultural matters especially with cultural exchange.

Currently, she has a job placement with UNRWA as a Digital Engagement Fellow. She was placed in this position due to her basic skills in content management, customer relationship management software, and in Microsoft Office programs. She is aiming to take advantage of her placement as she is working with a UN agency, to learn the actual language and techniques they are using directly from them. Her endless goal is to strike while the iron is hot and take advantage of every single moment through this life journey.