Dr Sami Abdelhalim Saeed (LL.D), a Sudanese constitutional expert, public law lecturer, and author, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his roles. Currently, Sami is teaching Human Rights for the Master's Program at the Regional Institute of Gender, Diversity, Peace, and Rights at Ahfad University for Women (Sudan). Dr. Saeed is the Vice President of the African Network for Constitutional Lawyers. His LL.D. in public law, focusing on constitutionalism, law reforms, and human rights, is a testament to his dedication to his field. Notably, Dr. Sami served with the United Nations in the Department of Peace Keeping Operations (UN-DPKO) as a legal advisor in the office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) for 15 years, and as Country Director for the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance International IDEA) in Sudan for 4 years. Dr. Saeed is heavily engaged in constitutional building and reforms in transitional settings.
Sami's work has been published in reputable international platforms such as the Atlantic Council, Just Security, Constitution Net, International IDEA, and Sudan Tribune. He has conducted research on a variety of issues regarding constitutionalism in transitional situations, building democracy in post-conflict environments, women's participation in constitution building, and the role of military institutions in a democratic transition.
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