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Independent (Samer Al-Aswad)

Samer Al-Aswad is an experienced informatics engineer with a passion for software engineering. He received his Bachelor's degree in Informatics Engineering from the University of Aleppo in Syria in 2005, where he specialized in software engineering. He then went on to complete his MA from Jules Verne University in Picardie, France, with a specialization in Information Systems Administration. Currently, Samer is working as the Programs Development Manager in COSV, an Italian NGO, where he has been responsible for managing and overseeing numerous projects. He is also a Board Member in Afkar Plus, a social incubator for small and entrepreneurial projects, where he has gained extensive experience in the field of training and management of entrepreneurial projects. Member of the youth advisory team for the Arab Human Development Report for Youth, which was prepared by the United Nations Arab Development Program UNDP 2016, in addition to his work as a contracted consultant with a number of international organizations. In 2017, Samer was elected as the National Vice President of JCI Syria, showcasing his leadership skills and dedication to community development. With his extensive experience in the field, Samer is committed to creating positive change in the world, one project at a time. He participated in many conferences in the field of entrepreneurship in Damascus, Beirut, Istanbul, Milan, Marseille, Basel, Doha, and Vienna.

Headquarter Country

Syrian Arab Republic

Geographies served

Lebanon

Syrian Arab Republic

Issue areas addressed

Diversity & Inclusion

Education

Financial Services

Communities served

Development sector, Development sector, Small scale businesses, Small scale businesses, Youth, Youth

SDGS FOCUS

SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities

SDG 4 - Quality Education

SDG 5 - Gender Equality

SDG 9 - Industry Innovation and Infrastructure

Collaborators

Samer Al-Aswad

Independent (Samer Al-Aswad)

 Hama

As Syrian entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience, I am inspired by the mission of Catalyst 2030 in addressing the world's most pressing challenges. Living in Syria has exposed me firsthand to the urgent need for sustainable solutions and social innovation. Joining Catalyst 2030 would provide me with a unique opportunity to connect and collaborate with a global community of like-minded social innovators. I believe that my experiences and networks in Syria can contribute to achieving SDGs.