🚀 Not a lot of hair, but a lot of drive.I am a purpose-oriented enthusiast with >13 years of experience in participative project coordination and strategic management in various domains, including politics, public administration, academia, development cooperation, private sector, culture, NGOs, and foundations. I liaise and translate between ecosystems, fostering connections between stakeholders from all sectors to enable sustainable partnerships and transformations. I am an intentional listener that meets people where they are. Trust and transparency are very important to me.I am fluent in Arabic, German and English, advanced in French and Italian, with a fair knowledge of Turkish and Spanish. Below are some topics that really get me excited. Reach out, and let’s talk about:🌍 SustainabilitySustainability must not be paralyzing, but fun. I advocate panic-free narratives and push pragmatic approaches based on inter- and transdisciplinarity. I am a big fan of sustainability metrics and the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).💡Science diplomacyWhere politics hits the wall, science can build bridges. I firmly believe in the potential of education, research, and innovation – as universal languages – to transcend boundaries, build trust, and promote the exchange of knowledge and talent for the benefit of people and planet.🏆 Social equityLife happens in bubbles and networks. Permeability is a struggle, marginalization and (structural) discrimination are real. Aware of my privileges, I am committed to celebrating diversity and enabling people with adverse starting conditions and complex identities to reach their full potential.💬 Syrian futuresThe war in Syria has left many scars, both visible and invisible. Mental health will be the basic prerequisite for the country’s recovery. This fundamentally includes questions of transitional justice and accountability. How will we deal with the past, what will remain in the collective memory?🎀 StorytellingSharing an anecdote or account is one of the most powerful tools to engage and connect with other people. I love hearing a good story, and I have experienced countless occasions in which stories instantly broke the ice. Storytelling is an art that I strongly value and actively develop.