Algeria

Asma is a computer science student at Abderrahmane Mira University and Vice President of the Association Culturelle pour la Jeunesse et l'Enfance (ACJE) in Biziou, Béjaïa, Algeria. During her Global UGRAD semester, she earned a place on the Dean's List.

Through ACJE, she launched a science club to make STEM accessible to rural children, facilitated workshops in coding, English, and soft skills, and led Khotwa, a three-day youth development program engaging over 20 community participants around communication, creativity, and teamwork.

With AIESEC, she served as Vice President of the Organizing Committee for Dzair School, then as Organizing Committee President for the Youth Speak Forum — a national platform where young people present solutions to societal challenges. As an alumna, she continues facilitating workshops across AIESEC initiatives, helping youth build confidence in English and cross-cultural engagement.

She trained 50 participants through the 21 FREE Program, focusing on the 4Cs — Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, and Critical Thinking — and received first place in the Tatawwar Program by HSBC & Potential.com in 2021.

Today, Asma facilitates online conferences on AI, cybersecurity, and digital citizenship with JKD Association, grounded in her belief that civic engagement must include digital awareness and ethical thinking — so that technological progress truly serves communities.

Meriem is a fifth-year medical student at Algiers Health Sciences University interested in healthcare education, technology, and community engagement. During her Global UGRAD program she studied health-related subjects alongside strategic communication, civic engagement, and cross-cultural collaboration. Meriem is also an EU Jeel Connector, contributing to youth empowerment through leadership, dialogue, and community-driven initiatives. She also facilitated the STEAM Innovations Program, supporting participants in developing technology-based, socially impactful solutions.

She is involved in her home university medical association (MEDSA), working on educational, innovation-focused, and community health initiatives. With an extensive volunteering background, she has mentored national robotics teams and received the Outstanding Mentor Award at the First Global Robotics Challenge. Beyond academia, Meriem is a national sailor with national and international distinctions. She is deeply committed to making healthcare education more inclusive, accessible, and innovation-driven.

Mohamed Lamine is a fifth-year pharmacy student and a professional content creator and video editor with both national and international experience. He has a growing specialization in AI-driven content. 

Nedjla is a master’s student in statistics and data science, with a strong passion for data analysis, marketing, and storytelling. Originally from Skikda, she has built a dynamic profile that blends academic excellence with creativity and social impact.

As a content creator and host of the “Nedjla Al-Aynayn” podcast, Nedjla leverages digital platforms to share opportunities, promote cultural exchange, and empower young people in her community. Her content focuses on helping youth access scholarships, international programs, and personal development resources.

Professionally, she has worked as a Digital Marketing Specialist, supporting organizations in strengthening their online presence through strategic and engaging content. Her work reflects a deep interest in communication, audience engagement, and impact-driven storytelling.

Nedjla continued her international engagement as a digital facilitator with The Experiment Digital by World Learning in 2025. She also participated in the Stevens Initiative Alumni Fellowship in 2023, further expanding her experience in cross-cultural dialogue.

She enjoys traveling, exploring new cultures, reading, and painting. In her free time, she journals and creates podcast episodes that inspire and inform her audience.

Sami Ali Kacem is a mathematics graduate from USTHB Algiers and a U.S. Embassy exchange alumnus with international academic and leadership experience. He is an alumnus of the Algerian Youth Leadership Program at the Northern Nevada International Center. He also participated in The Experiment Digital virtual exchange. Driven by a passion for innovation and impact, Sami is the founder of Sukai Labs, a technology and AI startup building forward-thinking solutions in Algeria.