Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 23 years of experience, the expert is a senior corporate campaigner and researcher with a specialization in addressing human rights violations and environmental scandals. They possess exceptional investigative, data collection, and analytical skills, having led numerous successful campaigns and advocacy actions on a global scale. As a co-founder of Re:Common, the expert has been instrumental in transforming organizational strategy and leading international projects targeting systemic corruption and financial crimes. Their career highlights include managing large-scale humanitarian interventions and developing strategic partnerships with international donors, showcasing leadership in program management and business development across Europe, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated extensively with international donors, including the European Union, United Nations, Global Funds, and Italian Cooperation. Their involvement has encompassed project implementation, strategic planning, and capacity building in thematic areas such as governance and socio-educational programs. These projects have been regional and national in scope, focusing on humanitarian interventions and development cooperation in the Palestinian Territories, including the West Bank, as well as other regions including Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across key sectors such as civil society, NGOs, social development, migration, human rights, and anti-corruption, the expert has held roles including senior campaigner, head of mission, and project manager. Responsibilities have included strategic planning, project implementation, and advocacy. Their interdisciplinary expertise extends to addressing governance and environmental issues within conflict zones. The geographic scope of their work covers Europe, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East, where they have led international initiatives and collaborated with diverse stakeholders to effect systemic change. The expert has conducted field research and managed projects in countries such as Uganda, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mali, Senegal, Madagascar, Lebanon, Chile, Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, Russia, and the Palestinian Territories. They have developed deep familiarity with regional development issues, particularly in conflict zones and areas affected by systemic corruption and environmental challenges.

Languages and education

With a background in diverse international contexts, the expert is fluent in Italian and English, with intermediate proficiency in French and Spanish, and basic knowledge of Arabic. These language skills have been utilized in field research and project management across Europe, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. The expert has worked in multilingual teams and engaged in extensive networking with global, national, and local social movements. Their educational background includes a Master in Social Anthropology of Development with Merit from the School of Oriental African Studies (SOAS), University of London, UK, and a Doctor in Sociology (American equivalent of a master’s degree) cum laude from Università di Roma La Sapienza, Italy. Additionally, they completed a BA in Social Science at the University of Hartfordshire, UK, with studies focusing on anthropology, sociology, political economy, and gender studies.