Robert Wood

Robert Wood is an experienced professional specializing in security and defense, with a focus on the Middle East. Currently serving as a Special Envoy at the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs since August 2021, Robert has previously held positions as a Partnerships Specialist and Advisor with the Norwegian Armed Forces, where Robert concentrated on partnerships and strategic assessments. Robert's expertise in refugee and forced migration studies is supported by an MSc from the University of Oxford and extensive language training at various prestigious institutions. A background in journalism complements Robert's experience, along with significant roles in human rights monitoring and reporting with Norwegian Church Aid.