Zeineb Touhami

Zeineb Touhami is a 23-year-old passionate advocate for gender equality, youth empowerment, and sustainable development. With a background in finance, she combines her professional skills with her dedication to community service to make a difference in the world around her.

As a Lazord Fellow for 2024-2025, Zeineb has been actively involved in various leadership roles, including serving as the local president of JCI Kelibia in 2024. In this role, she led impactful community projects and helped foster leadership skills in young people. She also contributed as a member of the Enactus Club and Lions Club at IHEC Carthage, working on social entrepreneurship and humanitarian initiatives.

Zeineb’s involvement in the Tunisian Scout Association has been a big part of her journey. As a girl scout leader, she guides and mentors young girls, organizing activities that focus on community service, environmental awareness, and leadership development. Her passion for advocacy took her to New York in 2024, where she represented Tunisia as a WAGGGS Global Advocacy Champion at the 68th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.

She believes in empowering young girls and creating a supportive environment for them to explore their potential. Through her work, she encourages open conversations about gender equality, quality education, and menstrual health, helping to break down social stigmas. As a member of the sustainability committee, she also works to inspire others to adopt sustainable practices that benefit both their communities and the planet.

Zeineb is driven by her commitment to uplifting others, especially young girls and women, and is dedicated to helping them find their voices, pursue their dreams, and feel empowered in their health, education, and leadership.

Sawssen Toumi

Sawssen Toumi is a dynamic and multi-talented athlete with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of Tunis (2024). A certified badminton coach and referee, she is passionate about sports and physical well-being.

Sawssen is an active community leader, serving as a Scout Leader and volunteering with various organizations. Her involvement in the Lazord Fellowship has enhanced her skills in volunteering, fieldwork, and networking, allowing her to make a meaningful impact.

She is committed to continuous self-development and embraces every opportunity for personal and professional growth. Driven by a vision to inspire others, Sawssen believes that every journey is an adventure to be lived fully, embracing both the challenges and successes. She believes that maintaining a positive outlook brings positivity into her life and the lives of those around her.

Lilia Khazri

Lilia Khazri is a passionate communications professional and youth advocate from Tunisia, specializing in intercultural exchange, gender equality, and global citizenship. With a background in International Relations and diplomacy, she has gained hands-on experience working with youth organizations, including Youth for Exchange and Understanding and the European Youth Centre in Budapest.

Lilia is deeply committed to promoting cultural diplomacy, diversity, and empowerment, with a focus on creating impactful platforms for youth to engage in global conversations. She has a special interest in interculturality, women’s rights, and leveraging digital tools for advocacy.

Through her work, she aims to inspire and mentor the next generation of leaders who will drive positive change across Africa and beyond. Lilia is also a digital blogger and a youth worker, facilitating international youth exchanges to foster global understanding and collaboration.

Rawan Alhamad

This is Rawan Alhamad, a person who radiates joy in everything she does.

I’m 24 and a Business Administration alumna, with experience in leadership, project management, and customer service. I am passionate about coordinating, volunteering, social and community work, and leveraging administrative skills to drive social impact and enhance community support.

My current position is as a Program Coordinator at the Royal Health Awareness Society.

Abdallah Aljawhari

I’m Abdallah Aljawhari, 27 years old, and I’ve completed my studies in Counselling and Mental Health.

Currently, I’m a fellow at HELVETAS, a Swiss organization in Jordan that works in areas like climate change, agriculture, youth, and women’s empowerment.

I’m passionate about travel, cooking, photography, art, and writing. Over the past few years, I worked in the specialty coffee industry, including two years as a manager. I’ve also volunteered extensively in the civil society sector, both locally and internationally, with Erasmus+.

Hassan Eldaly

Hassan El-Daly is a determined young man from a rural village in Egypt. He wants to make a lasting impact and help those in need. Hassan believes there is more to life than just surviving, and he finds hope in his experiences. His goal is to make a positive difference in people’s lives.

Since he discovered the power of volunteering, Hassan has been fully committed to it. He helps people in his village and empowers them. He also supports his classmates in the Faculty of Economics and excels in his studies, even after switching from the Faculty of Engineering and becoming an A student.

Hassan’s dreams go beyond helping locally. He believes in making real change through working with others. Inspired by philosopher Paulo Freire, he looks for opportunities to create big changes. In 2020, he became the youngest village federation president and helped those affected by COVID-19.

Hassan’s influence reaches beyond his village and college. He represents young people and advocates for his generation. He worked as a communication officer in COY17and took part in COP27 and COP 28, focusing on environmental issues. Hassan is dedicated to helping others and inspires those around him.

Maria Komporozou

Driven by a passion for cultural exchange and intercultural communication, I completed undergraduate studies in Foreign Languages, Translation, and Interpreting at the Ionian University in Greece.

After graduating, I joined the European Solidarity Corps, participating in initiatives focused on sustainability, social inclusion, and human rights. Highlights of my journey include promoting SDGs in Poland, restoring cultural heritage in France, and managing an environmental campaign with Actionaid in Spain.One of my most transformative experiences was serving as a humanitarian aid volunteer in Nepal, where I managed communications for the Women for Human Rights NGO.

Currently, I am pursuing a Master’s in European Policies on Youth, Entrepreneurship, Education, and Culture. Through Lazord Fellowship, I serve as an EU Projects Officer at the youth NGO ELIX, focusing on the implementation of European-funded programs to empower young people and create meaningful societal impact.

Hanen Chamam

Hanen Chamam is a dynamic individual with a fervent passion for civic engagement and international relations. Her educational journey led to a License in English and International Relations from ISSHT.

Hanen’s commitment to making a positive impact led her to excel in the Junior Chamber International (JCI), where she demonstrated exceptional organizational and negotiation skills. Hanen’s abilities extend to public speaking, as she represented JCI in a regional competition, showcasing her eloquence and persuasive skills. She was recognized as Statutory Auditor of the Year in 2022 and served as General Secretary of the Year in 2023. In her professional career, Hanen interned at SBS PARTNERS, a prestigious legal consulting firm in Dubai, where she served as an Executive Assistant, utilizing her research, reporting, planning, and translation skills gained through her studies.

Currently, she has embarked on a Lazord Fellowship within the Tunisian chapter, taking on the role of project assistant for the Thomas Jefferson scholarship program in IREX organization. Hanen’s dedication and passion for international relations continue to drive her as she starts this exciting chapter in her journey of excellence.

Mousa Badran

A dedicated volunteer for nine years, he initiated his community impact through interactive theatre training with NAYA camp and ActionAid, during high school. This led to the establishment of NAYA, where he held diverse roles, from IT assistant to event coordinator. Furthermore, he expanded his community outreach by engaging with Tawazi Message and Y-Peer for sexual and reproductive health awareness.

Also, he was a participant in the “English Access” Small Scholarship Program, sponsored by the US Embassy, where he immersed himself in the American culture while honing his language skills. He became an ambassador for Zarqa Kasaba and he collaborated with USAID to address community challenges.

Later he evolved into a cybersecurity specialist, and he now leads the cybersecurity unit at Naya Community Network, reflecting a transformative journey shaped by years of volunteering and continuous learning. Currently, he works as M&E with Finn Church Aid.

Hadeer Ashraf

Hadeer Ashraf is a multidisciplinary, flexible development practitioner who enjoys immersing herself in learning and working agilely and efficiently. She studied Business at Cairo University but besides that, she decided to choose and start her career in the civil society sector. She wanted to follow her passion and work in civil society, which has been one of her dreams. Following her passion, allows her to explore herself deeply.

She has a keen interest in learning new and different things about herself and stepping out of her comfort zone. This includes exploring new places, meeting new people, trying different foods, and learning languages. She is constantly on a personal and professional learning journey.

Moreover, she is deeply connected to her country, her family, herself, nature, and her experiences. Her experiences help her grow, challenge her beliefs, and expand her knowledge and awareness. She is also excited about the upcoming experiences, challenges, and learning opportunities.

Development and non-formal education are areas that particularly interests her. Additionally, she has various hobbies, such as traveling, reading, and cycling.