Nermeen Murad Garlick

I am a regional thought leader and systems strategist who bridges politics, policy, and people across the Middle East. With over 25 years of experience in international development, I bring a political economist’s lens, a journalist’s instinct for narrative, and a reformer’s drive for impact. I have shaped national policies, reframed civic discourse, and built platforms that amplify women’s agency, democratic voice, and systems resilience. As Chief of Party for flagship USAID programs, a senior advisor to GIZ, and a columnist during Jordan’s reform peak, I have worked across government, civil society, and media ecosystems. My strategic insights draw from deep local knowledge, but they are global in relevance—making me a credible actor in both country-level transformation and international policy dialogue. My value lies in synthesizing complexity, mobilizing stakeholders, and reimagining governance models that are inclusive, grounded, and durable. Whether navigating political transitions, institutional reform, or shrinking civic space, I bring clarity, strategy, and voice.