Kareem Shora

Kareem Shora is an Arab-American with a diverse background, having immigrated to the US at the age of 14 and lived in rural West Virginia. He is passionate about working with pragmatic coalitions to advance shared goals and values.

Kareem has received prestigious awards such as the 2015 Homeland Security Secretary's Award for Excellence and the 2016 US Department of State Benjamin Franklin Award for Public Diplomacy for his programs that promoted human rights in 23 countries over two decades.

His career includes roles in government, where he designed and led programs enhancing human rights for security, law enforcement, and intelligence sectors globally. He has also excelled as a senior executive in the non-profit advocacy sector, managing staff and securing grants from prominent foundations.

Kareem Shora is an accomplished individual with a solid academic background, having lectured at Yale University School of Law and been recognized as an expert witness by a Federal Circuit Court of Appeals. His works have been published in respected journals, showcasing his expertise in civil rights and public policy.

Beyond his professional achievements, Kareem has actively engaged in international human rights advocacy, testifying before organizations like the OSCE and participating in tasks forces related to foreign policy and terrorism prevention. He is fluent in Arabic and has a wealth of experience with national and international media.