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Aya Mohanna

Aya Mohanna

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  • About me

    Ph.D. | Urban Resilience Specialist

  • Education

    • Lebanese University - Faculty of Fine Arts and Architecture

      2012 - 2017
      Masters in architecture Architecture

      Stitching Peri-Urban Realms Through Ex-quarry Rehabilitation.

    • Sapienza Università di Roma

      2017 - 2021
      Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology Cum Laude

      Assessing Alexandria's vulnerability to water-based hazards through the site-specific chronological study of water management.The thesis then explores Alexandria's current and future hydro-related hazard profile with a regard to climate change, social equity, identity, local policies, infrastructure, and spatial justice. It proposes a strategic plan for the improvement of the city's participation, preparedness and resilience.

    • Architectural Association

      2016 - 2016
      Visiting School certificate Computational architecture

      The study of the Jordanian coral reef EcotoneProject proposal for an aquatic nature-based computational structure for eco-system preservation and ecological tourism

  • Experience

    • GROUPE3 ARCHITECTES

      Aug 2017 - Oct 2017
      Architect

      Working on the design and renders of the new Nador airport in Morocco

    • Sapienza Università di Roma

      Nov 2017 - May 2021
      Doctoral Fellow

    • University of Florida College of Design, Construction and Planning

      Mar 2019 - Aug 2019
      Research Associate

      - Research Associate in the Center for Hydro-generated Urbanism.- Organizing Member in the Puerto Rico Re Start International Workshops & Project Lab Co-Director.- Organizing Member for local advocacy sessions in Florida.- Teaching Assistant and Jury Member in the courses of Architectural Design and Research Methods.

    • Mosaico Studio

      Jan 2020 - Mar 2020
      Architect

      Temporary installation architect, designing space for conventions and outdoor events in Italy.

    • Amplitude Paysage et Urbanisme Durable

      Sept 2021 - Mar 2022
      Urban Planner

      - Project management (urban requalification, NPNRU, urban and landscape regeneration, etc.).- Urban and territorial analysis (studies on architectural, urban and landscape heritage, revitalization of town centers, ZAC, etc.).

    • UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)

      Mar 2022 - Oct 2022
      Urban Resilience Program Support

      - Conducting research on a diversity of issues related to urban resilience, A-Z drafting, and completion of reports and articles- Programme support: supporting with concept note modification and drafting, budget sheets, and event preparation/management- Capacity-building training: training and implementation of the CityRAP city resilience action planning tool in the Sahel region and in WUF11; development of exercises, cartography, and execution of activities.- Communications: Graphic production of presentations, maps, and social media posts for the dissemination and socialization of programmes and frameworks- Support with partnerships: Country delegations Show less

    • UNDP

      Oct 2022 - now
      Urban Resilience Specialist

      UNDP Resilience Hub for Africa- Programme development: UNDP x UN-Habitat Joint Regional Programme on Smart Urban Resilience

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • EdX Verified Certificate for Nature-based Solutions for Disaster and Climate Resilience

      EdX
      May 2021
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    • EdX Verified Certificate for Unlocking Investment and Finance in Emerging Markets and Developing Economies (EMDEs)

      EdX
      Sept 2022
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    • EdX Verified Certificate for Urban Upgrading for Inclusion, Sustainability and Resilience in a time of Global Pandemics

      EdX
      Feb 2022
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  • Volunteer Experience

    • Project Manager

      Issued by Life Project 4 Youth on Jan 2021
      Life Project 4 YouthAssociated with Aya Mohanna

    • Urban Designer

      Issued by UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) on Oct 2015
      UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)Associated with Aya Mohanna

    • Volunteer

      Issued by LOYAC Lebanon on Sept 2015
      LOYAC LebanonAssociated with Aya Mohanna

    • Contributing Photographer

      Issued by Nahnoo on Aug 2014
      NahnooAssociated with Aya Mohanna

    • Guide

      Issued by cycling circle on Jun 2016
      cycling circleAssociated with Aya Mohanna