Board

Providing strategic oversight, governance, and accountability.

our expertise

Meet Our Board

Samira Gaid

Founding Director and Head of Research and Policy

Samiya Gaid

Chief Executive Officer

Mustafa Osman

Deputy Director & Head of Operations

Shukri Mahad

Project Lead,
Researcher

Balqiis advances peace, security, and human rights across the Horn of Africa through research, dialogue, and action.

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