Charbel Maydaa
ILGA Asia co-Chair
Appointed in October 2023

Dr. Charbel Maydaa (they/them) is a distinguished contributor to the field of sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC), focusing specifically on the West Asian context. As a West Asian representative for ILGA Asia, Dr. Maydaa emphasizes the necessity for comprehension and acceptance of heterogeneous identities. Their role as Founder and General Director of MOSAIC MENA has been instrumental in generating substantial advancements in service provision, advocacy, and capacity development. Further, thier engagement with the UKRI GCRF as a Primary Investigator accentuates their dedication to intersectional research, encompassing themes such as masculinity, sexuality, migration, and displacement.

Organisation: Mosaic (Lebanon)