seasoned expert in social development and gender issues, with over three decades of experience spanning national and regional contexts. Her career has been dedicated to empowering marginalized groups, particularly women and the disabled, and addressing their unique needs through inclusive and participatory approaches. She possesses extensive expertise in designing, managing, and evaluating programs and research initiatives across diverse areas, including gender-based violence (GBV), women’s political participation, and economic empowerment.

Reem’s work has taken her to Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Egypt, Iraq, Morocco, Algeria, Sudan, and Yemen, providing her with a nuanced understanding of sociopolitical dynamics in the MENA region. She has led projects focused on institutional capacity building, gender mainstreaming, and policy formulation for governmental and non-governmental organizations. Her participatory methods emphasize community engagement, ensuring that solutions are informed by the lived experiences of those most affected.

Notably, Reem served as Gender Affairs Officer for the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), where she advanced women’s political participation and inclusion in peacebuilding processes. She also spearheaded evaluations and action plans for UNSCR 1325 implementation, developed gender analyses for organizations like GIZ and Danmission, and provided leadership training to Syrian refugee women leaders in Turkey with UN Women.

Reem’s expertise extends to conducting qualitative research, including focus groups, interviews, and other participatory methods. She integrates intersectional analysis into her work to address the interplay of gender, refugee status, and disability. Her contributions have informed national and regional strategies on gender equality, GBV prevention, and social protection policies.

Reem holds a Higher Diploma in Demography and a B.A. in Sociology from Jordan University. Fluent in Arabic and English, she is deeply committed to fostering inclusive policies and programs that amplify the voices of marginalized groups and promote gender equity.