Samira Shaban is a skilled project analyst currently working at the Union for the Mediterranean since May 2015, focusing on water, environment, and blue economy initiatives. Previous experience includes roles as a project coordinator at United Explanations, a trainee at the Institute of Welsh Affairs, and various positions in educational and research settings, such as programme coordinator for Hispania, and research associate at Princeton University. Shaban has contributed to projects aimed at interculturality and governance, including work at Universitat Pompeu Fabra and the preparation of research reports on cultural policies. Shaban holds an MSc in Public Policy & Human Development from Maastricht University and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Administration from Universitat Pompeu Fabra.