Irena Grizelj

Irena Grizelj is a Mediation Support Officer at the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue since September 2022, with previous roles including Inclusive Peace Processes Consultant at the United Nations from July 2021 to February 2022, where Irena led the finalization of a five-year strategy on youth-inclusive peace processes. As Head of Programs at Search for Common Ground from May 2019 to June 2021, Irena oversaw extensive peacebuilding programming in Myanmar, managing significant funding and strategic direction. Irena's extensive consulting experience encompasses positions with various organizations, including the United Nations and Nonviolent Peaceforce, focusing on youth engagement in peace processes and conflict sensitivity. Academic qualifications include a Master of Advanced Studies in Mediation in Peace Processes from ETH Zürich, a Master of Arts in International Relations from Johns Hopkins SAIS, and a Bachelor of Science in Human Sciences from UCL.