Dr. Raed Darziyada

Head of Palestine Youth Federation for Innovation and Excellence, economic unit of the Arab League, Palestine.

Dr. Raed Darziyada is an accomplished expert in public administration and civil society engagement. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, a Master’s degree in Political Systems with a focus on the separation of powers in the Palestinian system, and a Ph.D. in Administration. Dr. Darziyada currently serves as the Head of the Palestine Youth Federation for Innovation and Excellence, affiliated with the economic unit of the Arab League. From 2008 to 2015, he served as the General Director of Civil Society at the Presidential Office, followed by his role as Local Affairs File Officer from 2015 to 2019. A dedicated advocate for civic development, he is also one of the founders of the National Assembly for Civil Organizations, established in 2008. His journey began as a union and student activist, laying the foundation for a career committed to strengthening public institutions and youth empowerment.