Nedra Obba

I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in English Language, Literature and Civilization, along with a Master’s Degree in Political Science, where my dissertation focused on Political Violence against women.

Passionate about gender studies, I deeply committed to promoting gender equality and addressing the systemic challenges women face in society.

I am also passionate about reading nonfictions – because who doesn’t love a good book that makes you feel smarter than you actually are? I’m also obsessed with photography, especially when it comes to chasing sunsets and nature shots.

Yasmine Majdoub

I obtained my Bachelor’s Degree in 2017, specializing in Arts, and I came to the capital to pursue my studies. I enrolled in a preparatory institute and had two years of intense training in English literature, civilization, and language. I obtained my diploma by the end of my third year at the Faculty of 9 Avril. Later on, I wanted a shift in my career, so I looked for a master’s program that could suit me and align with my ambitions. That’s when I heard about the Migration Studies MA and decided to apply. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made in my career.

On a more professional level, I’ve been a freelance translator for many years, as much as the opportunity presented itself. I also had a part-time teaching job where I taught English to young beginners. I later entered the field that interested me more in February 2024 when I had the opportunity to intern at Terre d’Asile Tunisie, which was a fruitful first experience for me in this domain that intrigued me. Not only did I deepen my theoretical knowledge about migration, but I also gained more administrative knowledge. I had the opportunity to learn how NGOs work from within, while also expanding my network by meeting many influential people. I later gained research experience with another NGO in Tunis, which also helped me enhance both my theoretical and practical knowledge about migration.

Last but not least, I heard about the Lazord fellowship through a friend who was a fellow as well. She highly encouraged me to apply, and I did. I’m now a fellow at the Lazord program within the Arab Institute of Human Rights, in the Migration department. I’m part of a dynamic team, and I believe I am a good fit.

Eyad Ahmad

I am a new media and communication skills graduate with a strong background in photography, filmmaking content writing, and social management. During my studies, I developed expertise in research, learning how to collect data and analyse data using both qualitative and quantitative methods.

Professionally, I have worked with social media agencies creating engaging content and articles for clients, including those in the medical tourism sector.

I also had the privilege of interning with Action Against Hunger, where I documented the experiences of Syrian refugees and vulnerable Jordanian communities through visual and written storytelling.

Currently, I work for War Child Holland.

I am passionate about advocacy, community engagement, and creating positive change.

Antoun Al_Twal

I’m Antoun Al Twal, a Finance and Banking graduate with a diploma in International Accounting.

I currently work with Plan International Jordan as a Partnership and Project Assistant through the Lazord Fellowship.

I bring experience in event planning, coordination, and delivering excellent customer experiences, focusing on smooth execution and effective collaboration with partners and vendors.

I’m passionate about problem-solving, data-driven work, and contributing to humanitarian causes.

Christina Vaia Stampolidou

My name is Christina Stampolidou, I am a graduate of the Department of Social Policy at Panteion University and I work as a social scientist at the Cancer Guidance Center.

I have an excellent command of English and am in the process of learning French. I have been involved in volunteering and I am interested in all issues related to social inequalities that concern both my country and abroad.

Tereza Filiou

Holding a degree in Sociology and a Master’s in Analysis and Implementation of Social Policy, Tereza has a strong interest in issues related to gender and social inequalities. She has research experience in qualitative research methods with her thesis on sexual harassment in the workplace. She also did her internship at Vrije Universiteit of Amsterdam as a member of the Social Inequalities and the Life Course (SILC) research group, focusing on statistical research methods. Her research focused on whether family socialization, gender of parents and kids, and the general gender equality in European countries affect the cultural participation of the kids.

In addition, she has been a volunteer in various non-governmental organizations as a social scientist and street worker. At the moment she is working in the communications department of the Greek street paper, which is working on the empowerment of people experiencing poverty and social inclusion.

Fatema Mustafa

Fatema Mustafa joined Lazord Fellowship to pursue her dream of becoming an advocate for Economic and Social Rights. During the fellowship year, she was placed as a Public Relations and Networking Officer at Egyptian Association for Economic and Social Rights (EAESR), where she represented the association in national and international conferences and meetings. Mustafa worked closely with EAESR team for the female domestic workers’ project that resulted in legislation changes nationwide later. Transitioning from her scientific educational background to storytelling and communication had to take a hands-on experience approach. 10 years later, Mustafa succeeded in owning a diversified worldwide clientele portfolio, supporting different governments, brands, startups, and NGOs with her skills in storytelling and expertise in digital marketing. Back in 2021, post COVID-19, Mustafa moved back to her home country hoping to make a change by collaborating with local NGOs. Since then, she has been working as a Senior Brand Manager for Ibrahim A. Badran Charitable Foundation, assisting in expanding its operations to reach targeted communities across Egypt and build its network of allies and supporters. She is also an active volunteer with Hospice Egypt (JOSAAB) Foundation & a pro-bono communication consultant for EAESR, her placement during the fellowship.

Manar Dahsa

Manar earned a unified degree in Public Law from the Faculty of Legal, Political, and Social Sciences in Tunis in 2023.

She is a Lazord fellow for 2023-2024, demonstrating her commitment to her field. Manar’s professional journey began with a notable internship in July-August 2022 and with earlier contributions to the Public Expenditure Control Office of the Presidency of the Tunisian Government in July-August 2019.

She actively engages in associative work, such as serving as a communication and employment trainer at the We Youth / Ready for Tomorrow Academy and organizing events for the MADA Association for Development and Citizenship. Her commitment to human rights, social justice, and community engagement remains unwavering. Manar’s competencies include communication, advanced computer skills, autonomy, initiative-taking, and leadership. Her areas of interest include reading, theatre, and travel. She continues to strive for a more equitable and just society through her impactful work.

Amal Taamallah

Amal is a graduate law student that presents herself as a Human Rights activist and International Law Researcher. Amal has a vast experience that contributed to strength her commitment to civil society and shaping her personality. She served as the General Secretary at NILS. She was a debater and she participated with her local association in the Young Arabe Voices competitions. Her commitment to research is evident in her roles as a researcher at the International Center for Studies, where she contributed to many publications. During this time, she participated in the organization of many international colloquiums.

In October 2021, she attended the National Body for the Fight Against Human Trafficking where she learned a lot in the migration context and in September 2022, she took part in the Euromed HR-Net project “Talking Migration. Later, she joined the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung as an intern where she contributed to many activities like the organization of “The IMF’s forecasts for economic growth and debt sustainability in the region”.

Additionally, she is a fellow alumna of the Youth for Rights fellowship” MENA program by Euro-med monitors for rights in Lebanon. During this experience, she completed her report titled “The Protection of Journalists in the Arab World” with Maharat Foundation. Amal is an alumna of the AMEL Institute program “Human Rights Leadership”. She was also a candidate of the Green Academy: Women for Earth, and she was taking part in the Network: Youth for Climate Action, the climate program of the Arab Youth Center. Amal also participated as a candidate at the Migration Academy 2023 co-organized by Carep and Heinrich Böll Stiftung, where she worked on her policy brief titled “The Continental Governance of Migration in Africa”. In July 2023, Amal participated in the Summer School hosted by the Public International Law & Policy Group (PILPG) Center, focusing on Humanitarian International Law. All those experiences have played a crucial role in shaping her advocacy journey and research interests.

Emna Kammoun

Emna is a Tunisian daughter, a law student, and an active member of civil society. She is passionate about advocating for human rights, especially women’s rights, and children’s rights engagement. She strongly believes in the power of education and empowerment to bring about positive change in our community.

Skilled in coordination and logistics, she was the logistics manager in the International Day of Democracy event. In lockdown, she continued her efforts by serving as the Logistics Coordinator for Hadith Jeunesse in partnership with Jamaity and Virtual Station 47, by organizing sessions and connecting with guest speakers.

In 2020, she embraced the competition in the Hult Prize Faculty of Law, showcasing her problem-solving and entrepreneurial skills. The following year, she delved into training on migrant advocacy and human rights within the framework of the MDDT project. Also, she was awarded as the first winner in Competition «Arguments against violence against women” organized by the Let’s Discuss Club in the Faculty of law.

Furthermore, she has a rich experience with fundraising committees; she was the main writer of “save oued el ghar” project and “Women’s Act for Anti-cyberbullying (WAFA)”, “Eco school” project. She is a member in the “new generation of dialogue” in the southern region of Tunisia program, organized by Euro Med Rights.