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Stephen Shashoua

Stephen is a seasoned programme designer, trainer, and capacity-building specialist committed to fostering peace, cohesion, and preventing violent extremism through innovative approaches at the intersection of peacebuilding, identity, and culture. Currently serving as the Co-Director of the Caravanserai Collective, Stephen has continued his dedication to promoting social harmony and inclusion. Through the CERITA Storytelling and Dialogue programme, with projects sponsored by Google.org and Meta, he has engaged thousands of participants across Europe, Africa, and Southeast Asia, harnessing the power of storytelling to tackle community-based conflict and strengthen cohesion. His role as Co-Lead Programme Designer, Co-Trainer, and Project Manager underscores his hands-on approach to driving positive change at both grassroots and policy levels. Stephen's expertise extends beyond program implementation to strategic advisory roles and capacity-building consultancy. As a Yale World Fellow, KAICIID International Fellow and Trainer, and UNAOC Global Expert, he is recognized for his contributions to interfaith dialogue, conflict resolution, and peacebuilding efforts worldwide. Adept at navigating multicultural contexts and fostering meaningful cross-cultural dialogue, Stephen operates internationally from his base in Lisbon, Portugal, leveraging his extensive network and expertise to drive sustainable change and promote a culture of peace and understanding.