Sawsan Gad
About Sawsan Gad
Sawsan Gad is a Geospatial Data Scientist with nine years of experience in development data, disaster risk management, and monitoring for fragile and post-conflict countries.
Title: Geospatial Data Scientist
Sawsan Gad is a Geospatial Data Scientist with nine years of professional experience in Development Data, Disaster Risk Management (DRM), and Monitoring and Supervision for Fragile and Post-conflict Countries. Her expertise in geospatial data enables her to support critical decision-making processes in complex environments.
Professional Background
Sawsan Gad has a rich professional background that includes work at the World Bank Group, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the Egyptian Ministry of State for Administrative Development. Her roles in these prestigious organizations have provided her with a diverse set of experiences in handling development data and managing disaster risks.
Education and Expertise
Sawsan Gad holds a Master of Arts in Demographic and Social Analysis from the University of California, Irvine, awarded in 2008. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Earth Systems and Geoinformation Science at George Mason University. Her educational background equips her with essential skills in demographic analysis and geospatial science, critical for her role as a Geospatial Data Scientist.
Co-founder of HarassMap.org
Sawsan Gad co-founded HarassMap.org, an online platform designed to combat sexual harassment. This innovative project has gained international recognition, including being featured in UNESCO's 2020 list of Best Apps Created by Women for Women. HarassMap.org aims to provide a safe space for reporting and addressing issues of sexual harassment.
Recognition and Featured Work
Sawsan Gad's work has received significant recognition, notably with her project HarassMap.org being featured in UNESCO's 2020 Best Apps Created by Women for Women. This acknowledgment highlights her contribution to leveraging technology for social change and advocacy.