Lyna holds a Master’s degree in International Security from Sciences Po Paris, with a focus on conflict analysis and peacebuilding in the MENA region.

Through her work with organizations in France and Egypt, she has developed hands-on experience in research, project coordination, supporting the design and implementation of peacebuilding programmes. Lyna has worked with the Egyptian Foundation for Refugee Rights and UNHCR in Cairo, where she contributed to research and project support on peace, security, and migrations issues.

Lyna is particularly interested in regional dynamics, strategic issues, and counter-terrorism, as demonstrated by her academic research and field experience. She spent a year on academic exchange in the United States, which deepened her understanding of transatlantic perspectives on international affairs. Her academic background has equipped her with robust analytical and research skills, particularly in crisis management and contemporary security challenges.