Before joining the Mediterranean Platform in September 2023, Meryem Akabouch worked as a translator specializing in political philosophy, international relations and development.
She holds a PhD in Political theory from LUISS Guido Carli University, a Master’s degree in Peacekeeping and Security Studies from Roma Tre University and a Master’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy from Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane.
Areas of expertise and interest: Political Islam, Europe-Africa relations, political and social dynamics of the Mediterranean, the Arab world and the broader Middle East, women’s empowerment.
Working languages: Arabic, French, English, Italian and Spanish.