Maha Akbar

Maha Akbar is a skilled media and communications professional with extensive experience in advocacy and public information. Currently serving as a Media and Communications Officer at IOM - UN Migration since May 2022, Maha manages country-wide communications efforts, including the production of press releases and content for various platforms, and has led multiple field missions to gather impactful stories. Prior roles include consulting for The Knowing Agency and Anja Health, where Maha focused on content creation and social media strategies for health-related initiatives. Additional experience as a Communications Advisor for the Ministry of National Health Services involved drafting communications for high-level officials during the COVID-19 pandemic. Maha's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Clark University and studies at The London School of Economics and Columbia University.