Saoussen Ben Cheikh is a humanitarian aid worker and activist from Tunisia with a particular focus on the protection of human rights and gender inclusivity in the peace and reconciliation processes in the MENA region. Saoussen is currently Programme Manager at Internews (MENA), leading a programme coaching media and civil society in conflict zones. Prior to this, Saoussen has been a Humanitarian Affairs Officer at Médecins sans Frontièrs, and a research analyst at various international organisations. Saoussen has a PhD in Contemporary History – Peace and Conflict in MENA, and an MSc in International Cooperation.

Participant in: November 2017 Fellowship: Peacebuilding and Women’s Meaningful Participation in Peacebuilding Processes