EDUCATION COUNCIL
DUDERI decided to direct its efforts towards reshaping the education sector in Syria and promoting peacebuilding activities. By focusing on critical thinking, diversity, and dialogue, DUDERI seeks to contribute to building a democratic and inclusive future for all Syrians.
COUNCIL'S MEMBERS
Maen Al-Safadi is a political refugee in Germany since 2015, is a seasoned political activist with a background in party and organizational work. He works in the care of unaccompanied refugee minors and contributes to the development of Duderi as one of its founders and Secretary of its Board.
Nidal Qarajul is a clinical psychologist specializing in treating victims of war and political conflicts, working in Belgium with "Doctors of the World" and running a private clinic in Brussels. He has extensive experience in multicultural psychotherapy and trauma treatment and has contributed to developing innovative therapeutic programs and research on the impact of cultural contexts on psychological processes.
Nazi Shukri is a specialist in civil society development, capacity building, and governance, with extensive experience in training and consulting on women's rights, gender issues, and project management. He has worked with numerous international and local organizations as a facilitator and consultant, contributing to policy development and managing dialogues on governance and conflict resolution.
Maria Abbas is a writer and researcher in women's issues and education, specializing in psychological support. She began her career in teaching before transitioning to women's empowerment work with international organizations such as the International Rescue Committee (IRC). She earned a professional master's in journalism and communication from Paris in 2021, contributed to women's studies research, and published short story collections.
Ahlam Al-Rashid is an Arabic language teacher with over 35 years of experience in education and training, as well as an activist in protection and community development. She has received several international awards, including being named one of the 100 most influential women in the world in 2018. She has made significant contributions to supporting displaced people and providing educational and protective environments for women and children.
Dr. Safwan Kassam is a specialist and researcher in sociology and social psychology with over 18 years of experience in scientific research, training, and project management in protection, psychological support, and gender studies. He has published 25 scientific studies and over 75 specialized and literary articles on education, society, social policies, and gender.
Jamal Al-Shoufi, a PhD holder in nuclear physics and a researcher in intellectual, cultural, and political studies, won the Yassin Al-Hafiz Award for Political Thought in 2017. He has authored multiple publications in philosophy, politics, and education and is a member of the Syrian Writers Association and the Syrian Society for Social Sciences.
Masa Al-Mufti is a researcher and specialist in education and a feminist activist, holding master’s degrees in French literature and education policy and management, along with a Harvard fellowship in emergency education. She founded Sunbula Educational Association to support refugee education and has worked with international organizations on education policy development. Currently, she is engaged in education reform policies in Syria.