Dr. Manal Benani

Field of experience: Capacity building, Youth engagement, Advocacy

Dr. Manal Benani, an Algerian Medical doctor with a dual degree in diplomacy, is a leading advocate for youth engagement. As a seasoned trainer of debate and public speaking for 9 years with YMV and the Youth Advisor of the Africa Europe Foundation, Dr. Benani embodies a commitment to empowering young voices.

Co-founder of Sustainable Cooperation for Peace and Security, and active in CISV, All for Civic Education, and Erasmus youth programs, she drives holistic change.

Starting with Young Mediterranean Voices in 2012, Dr. Benani swiftly advanced from debater to the organizer of the national debate competition. Notable meetings with HR/VP Federica Mogherini, UN General Assembly side events, and representation at AU Youth Charter Hustlers underscore her influence.