Dr. Noha Bakr: An Academic and Diplomatic Voice in Service of Humanity and Human Rights
In a scene where academic thought intersects with diplomatic work, Dr. Noha Bakar, Professor of Political Science at the American University in Cairo, stands out as one of the most prominent female voices in the field of international relations and human rights in Egypt and the region.
Dr. Noha Bakar currently holds a position on the National Council for Human Rights in its current term, and she is regarded as one of the leading academic figures. She lectures at several Egyptian and international universities, sharing her expertise in international organizations and human rights with new generations of students and researchers. She holds a Ph.D. in International Relations and International Organizations from the Faculty of Economics and Political Science at Cairo University, along with a diploma in War Studies from Cornell University in the United States. This has provided her with a unique academic background that combines deep political analysis with an understanding of the dimensions of international conflicts.
Her contributions are not limited to the academic field alone. Between 2010 and 2015, she worked as an Assistant Minister of International Cooperation and Head of the Americas Sector, where she helped design and monitor joint development projects and contributed to supporting the goals of sustainable development. She has also represented Egypt in prestigious international forums, including the NATO Defense College, the San Remo Institute of International Humanitarian Law, and the Diplomatic Institute of the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
In addition to her membership in the Supreme Council of Culture for four consecutive terms, Dr. Bakar holds influential advisory positions. She is an advisor to the African Union, a member of the Advisory Council of the Egyptian Center for Economic and Strategic Studies, a founding member of the Kemet Botros Ghali Foundation for Peace and Knowledge, and a member of the Egyptian Council for Foreign Affairs, in addition to her membership in the Arab Network for Tolerance.
As the power of words is undeniable, Dr. Noha Bakar has authored peer-reviewed scholarly works on human rights and human security, alongside her regular articles and contributions in Egyptian and international media. This has made her a powerful intellectual voice in contemporary political and cultural debates.
Dr. Bakar has rightfully received recognition for her efforts, having been awarded prestigious prizes, including the Distinguished Alumni Award from the American University in Cairo and a prize from the U.S. National Defense University in Washington. This affirms that true influence is not only shaped by positions but is immortalized through remarkable stances and brilliant minds.
