Nada Fayed
Nada Fayed is a dedicated changemaker, political researcher, and visual artist with a diverse skill set and people-oriented approach to life. She thrives in collaborative environments, leveraging strong partnerships, marketing, and organizational expertise to lead and coordinate impactful projects in the fields of development, arts, and culture, and their intersection. Her passion for learning fuels an insatiable curiosity about the world's challenges, particularly in culture, gender equality, climate change, youth, and sustainability.
Walaa Farid
Walaa Farid is a passionate advocate for youth empowerment, cultural exchange, and international cooperation. As Youth Mobility Manager at the Mediterranean Youth Foundation for Development (MYF), and European Solidarity Corps Mentor, Walaa plays a pivotal role in strengthening Egyptian-EuroMed partnerships, leveraging her expertise to foster collaboration, exchange, and mutual understanding across borders.
Walaa has participated in Erasmus+ training courses. She is an EU Jeel Connector and holds a TOT on peace and security from CCCPA. Her work focuses on Partnerships, cultural exchange and non-formal education across the Euro-Mediterranean region.
Alaa Aroog
Alaa Aroog is a social activist from Sinai Peninsula, Egypt. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce with a specialization in Business Administration from Arish University, in 2023. Currently, she works as a Project Coordinator at the Mediterranean Youth Foundation for Development (MYF).
Over the past three years, she has participated in a series of capacity building programs in the fields of sustainable development and climate change, and had the opportunity to work in several programs at the Mediterranean Youth Foundation, one of which is the Mediterranean Women Ship Program and the Mediterranean Youth Academy.
She also had an exceptional opportunity to participate in a cultural exchange program in Cyprus, becoming the first girl from her tribe to travel abroad, despite the social restrictions imposed on girls in her community. Additionally, she was granted the opportunity to travel to Sweden for a month to participate in a Mobility for Creativity program.
Israa diaa
Born in the Menoufia Governorate, Israa Diaa holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce with a specialization in Business Administration from Menoufia University, graduating in 2022. She initially worked at Bank of Cairo, gaining two years of experience in marketing, sales, and social media. She is currently employed at the Mediterranean Youth Foundation for Development.
Israa is deeply engaged in women's issues and has launched the `` FOR HER`` initiative to empower girls from rural areas. Additionally, she founded the MEET MOUNFYA'S WOMEN initiative, which highlights young female role models.
She is also a representative and ambassador for the Womenpreneur Initiative, which aims to provide a platform for young women to showcase their skills and innovations in the business world. The initiative provides training and mentorship to enhance their effective participation in the economy and empower them to achieve professional and entrepreneurial success by supporting them with the necessary skills and knowledge.
At the Mediterranean Youth Foundation, she has been involved in several programs, including the Mediterranean Youth Academy and the Dialogue in Human Fraternity Document. Israa has participated in cultural exchange programs, including one in Bulgaria focused on climate change, sponsored by the National Youth Agency.
She has also taken part in various international conferences in Egypt, such as the Investment for Africa Conference (COMESA) 2019 under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, the Arab Week for Sustainable Development 2019, and the COP 27 Climate Conference in Sharm El Sheikh.
Israa combines her expertise in entrepreneurship, marketing, and project coordination with a strong focus on global issues, particularly gender equality, climate change, and sustainability. She has also dedicated over two years to volunteering with civil society organizations.
Mohamed Adel
Mohamed Adel Abdel Hadi, born in Qalyubia Governorate, holds a Bachelor of Law from Benha University, and is a graduate of the Value Program from the National Training Academy.
He works as a graphic designer with more than six years of experience in the field of advertising and publications, where he has cooperated with international and local companies and institutions such as Qalyubia Governorate, the Mediterranean Youth Foundation, the International Labor Organization, the Arab Academy for Science and Technology, the Decent Life Foundation, in addition to companies such as Pixagrama for Marketing, Energy for Media Production, and the Egyptian Media Company.
Mohamed has participated in many volunteer, service, and youth activities for seven years, including field follow-up in Qalyubia Governorate and other governorates.
He also received training in the fields of sustainable development, climate change, fourth-generation warfare, youth leadership qualification, high-level local development, and others.
He contributed to programs such as the Mediterranean Youth Academy, the Mediterranean Initiative for Climate, and Dialogue on Human Fraternity Document. He is passionate about creative and media fields, and is interested in improving the level of services provided through service work, field follow-up, and leadership qualification.
Thabet Metwally
Born in Dakahlia Governorate, he holds a Bachelor of Shariah and Law, Al-Azhar University and a Masters degree in public law and International Relations. Currently, Thabet is a PHD researcher in international law and holds the position of Director of the Collection Department at Itqan Law Firm, LegalConsultations and Arbitration, and he is the Coordinator of Know Al-Azhar Observatory Initiative.
He is keen and interested in Educational Development, as he was elected as Member of the Jury to Choose Japanese School Teachers, he also represented Egypt in the 6th Annual Knowledge Summit at Dubai 2019. Moreover, he is interested in African Union Agenda 2063 as he participated in the Investment Conference for Africa (COMESA) 2019 and he was elected to the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) Simulation Model. He was also an Organizing Member at Confederation of African Football for Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2019. Thabet also took part in numerous conferences in Egypt including but not limited to: World Youth Forum 2018, Scientific Research Conference 2019 and ASD Week – Arab Sustainable Development Week 2019 .Recently, Thabet was chosen to be one of the organizers of the Climate Convention Conference of the Parties (COP27).
Abdelnasser Mohamed
Content Committee Head at the Mediterranean Youth Foundation, with extensive experience in content writing, editing, and news reporting. Abdelnasser began his career as an article writer and news editor at prominent sites like ``Sky News`` and ``Al-Syaq,`` where he successfully prepared and edited news reports covering a wide range of topics of interest to a broad audience.
In addition, he worked as a commissioner for ``Etisalat,`` where he was responsible for coordinating official documents and drafting contracts and agreements with government agencies. He also worked as an editor and data entry specialist for a website of a company that sells products online.
Abdelnasser is distinguished by his advanced language skills, proficiency in content editing, and expertise in public speaking and delivering professional presentations. He is also actively involved in volunteer work, contributing to community services and charitable activities.
Sara Ashraf Abdelkhaleq Shamma
Graduate of the Faculty of Arts, Department of Media, with a preliminary Master's degree in ``Radio and Television, Journalism, Public Relations.`` She holds an MBA scholarship in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing and Sales from the American University in Cairo and the Ayres Institute for Studies and Research in London.
Facilitator and Team Leader in the ``Let's Cross a Bridge`` program for integrating youth from border governorates - Al-KORRA Foundation for Sustainable Development.
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Trainer on the global BYB program, supported by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and Microsoft.
Certified Trainer in Professional Development and Self-Improvement - Ministry of Youth and Sports and Al-KORRA Foundation for Sustainable Development.
Certified Trainer and Sustainable Development Ambassador for the UN Goals within the ``Be an Ambassador`` program - Ministry of Planning and Economic Development.
Member of the Board of Directors of Dandit Youth Center, Ministry of Youth and Sports (2021:2023).
Recipient of the ``Misr El Kheir`` Fellowship for Sustainable Local Development Practitioners.
Volunteer with several charitable and developmental organizations.
