Muhammad Ebaid
Bologna
Summary
Experienced Human Rights Researcher and Legal Analyst with over nine years in the field, specializing in human rights, constitutional law and critical legal thinking. Holder of a European Master's Degree in Human Rights and Democracy, with a proven track record in legal research and human rights advocacy across the MENA region. Accomplished lecturer and public speaker with engagements at institutions like the American University in Cairo and forums including the European Parliament and the UN Human Rights Council. Committed to advancing human rights and justice.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Human Rights Researcher and Legal Analyst
EgyptWide
Bologna, Italy
01.2022 - Current
- Offered professional legal consultations and formulated expert opinions.
- Contributed to the drafting of impactful statements and reports, notably including an analysis of the involvement of Italian small arms and light weapons in perpetuating human rights violations in Egypt, and an in-depth report addressing the targeting of Egyptian scholars by the regime.
Project Manager
Egyptian Commission for Rights and Freedoms (ECRF)
Geneva, Switzerland
09.2020 - Current
- Spearheaded the formulation of multi-year ECRF Strategic Plans (2021-2023) in close collaboration with the Board of Trustees.
- Served as the official representative to international bodies, such as UN agencies, the European Parliament, and NGOs.
- Authored an alternative report for the CAT committee, focusing on the issue of torture in Egypt, and actively engaged in review sessions.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with external entities, representing ECRF in high-stakes meetings.
- Managed a research project centered on legislative reform in Egypt.
- Directed recruitment processes and facilitated staff training and mentoring
- Conducted informative and engaging training webinars for environmental and human rights activists participating in COP 27
- Formulated robust legal frameworks for digital platforms, notably the “Munakh” platform. (link).
- Leveraged expertise as a speaker in a series of podcasts, providing authoritative insights on legislative reform in Egypt
Visiting Researcher
Global Campus of Human Rights
Venice, Italy
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Led a comprehensive research initiative exploring the utilization of legal frameworks by repressive regimes to justify civil and political rights violations, foster impunity, and erode democratic principles and the rule of law. This project, initially undertaken as a research endeavor, evolved into an expanded focus culminating in a master's thesis.
Legal and Human Rights Advisor (Part-time)
Egyptian Observatory for Journalism & Media (EOJM)
Cairo, Egypt
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Conducted comprehensive analysis of legal and human rights research, contributing valuable insights to inform decision-making.
- Took a pivotal role in drafting legislation, specifically contributing expertise to shape regulations concerning registration within the Journalists Syndicate.
- Offered professional legal consultations and opinions, providing expertise crucial to informed decision-making processes.
- Conducted workshops and delivered lectures to staff, empowering them with enhanced skills in legal research and analysis.
Human Rights Researcher and Legal Analyst
Egyptian Commission for Rights and Freedoms (ECRF)
Cairo, Egypt
10.2018 - 08.2020
- Contributed to human rights legal cases encompassing defense for political detainees, advocacy for freedom of opinion, addressing enforced disappearances, torture cases, and protecting minority rights.
- Authored organizational reports, notably including a study on constitutional amendments and the unconstitutional nature of discrimination laws in Egypt.
- Participated as a speaker in a video series advocating for the abolition of the death penalty in Egypt
- Monitored legal trials and reported findings.
- Facilitated the training of lawyers and researchers, imparting expertise in legal analysis
Legal lecturer (Free consultant)
American University In Cairo LSRU
Cairo, Egypt
03.2019 - 09.2020
- Facilitated workshops and presented lectures focused on Legal Research and Analysis tailored for lawyers, researchers, journalists, and other legal professionals, fostering skill enhancement and knowledge dissemination within the legal community.
Legal Analyst (Part-time)
Legal Agenda
Beirut, Lebanon
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Crafted articles specifically addressing the constitutional concerns surrounding various laws, notably including an article dissecting the Egyptian Eye Banks Law.
Human Rights Researcher and Legal Analyst
Arab Network for Human Rights Information (ANHRI)
Cairo, Egypt
03.2017 - 08.2018
- Specialized in the defense of freedom of speech cases, providing dedicated legal representation.
- Offered robust legal support and advocacy, championing the protection of fundamental rights.
- Conducted extensive legal research and authored pivotal reports, notably a comprehensive study on cyber crimes law.
- Formulated legal frameworks for digital platforms, notably contributing to the development of hrinfo.net.
- Analyzed and provided commentary on high-profile public legal trials, contributing valuable insights.
- Spearheaded training programs in advanced legal analysis tailored for legal professionals, fostering skill enhancement and expertise development.
Executive Director
EastLaws Institution for Developing Legal Practice
Cairo, Egypt
11.2015 - 02.2017
- Worked closely with the Board of Trustees to craft strategic visions and plans for organizational growth.
- Effectively communicated organizational perspectives to external entities and the general public.
- Conducted training sessions and workshops, focusing on enhancing skills in legal analysis and research.
- Engineered robust structures for legal research platforms and databases, notably contributing to the development of the Eastlaws website and an extensive offline research engine housing 15 million legal documents.
Legal Researcher, Analyst and Lecturer
EastLaws Institution for Developing Legal Practice
Cairo, Egypt
08.2014 - 10.2015
- Conducted in-depth analysis of supreme court judgments, extracting pivotal legal principles and pioneering solutions.
- Examined diverse laws to extract core foundational principles.
Leveraged platforms like the "East Laws" website and other search engines for extensive legal research. - Spearheaded training programs and delivered lectures aimed at augmenting the legal expertise of practitioners.
- Authored impactful articles highlighting unconstitutional laws for publication in the "East Laws Academy," contributing to legal discourse and awareness.
Education
EMA European Master’s - Human Rights And Democratization
Global Campus of Human Rights - Lund University
Venice, Italy - Lund, Sweden09.2022
Bachelor of Law (L.L.B), English Department - Law
Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt09.2012
Skills
- Performed Outreach - met with community organizations to educate them as to their rights
- Trained & experienced in the investigation of predatory lending cases
Accomplishments
Project Management:
Timeline
Human Rights Researcher and Legal Analyst
EgyptWide
01.2022 - Current
Visiting Researcher
Global Campus of Human Rights
06.2021 - 08.2021
Project Manager
Egyptian Commission for Rights and Freedoms (ECRF)
09.2020 - Current
Legal lecturer (Free consultant)
American University In Cairo LSRU
03.2019 - 09.2020
Human Rights Researcher and Legal Analyst
Egyptian Commission for Rights and Freedoms (ECRF)
10.2018 - 08.2020
Legal and Human Rights Advisor (Part-time)
Egyptian Observatory for Journalism & Media (EOJM)
01.2018 - 12.2020
Legal Analyst (Part-time)
Legal Agenda
01.2018 - 10.2019
Human Rights Researcher and Legal Analyst
Arab Network for Human Rights Information (ANHRI)
03.2017 - 08.2018
Executive Director
EastLaws Institution for Developing Legal Practice
11.2015 - 02.2017
Legal Researcher, Analyst and Lecturer
EastLaws Institution for Developing Legal Practice
08.2014 - 10.2015
EMA European Master’s - Human Rights And Democratization
Global Campus of Human Rights - Lund University
Bachelor of Law (L.L.B), English Department - Law
Cairo University
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