Raghad Adwan holds a dual MA degree in Global Studies and International Affairs from Central European University, Vienna and Bard College, NY. She completed her undergraduate degree in human rights and international law from Al-Quds Bard College, Al-Quds University. Raghad was a field researcher at Al-Quds Human Rights Clinic for two years. She also has extensive experience of civil society sector in Palestine as she has worked with and interned at Action Aid, 1for3 Palestine, Alternative Information Center- Palestine, and Health Work Committees. She is one of the establishing members for Lejan (Palestinian youth committees), as well as the solidarity network in Europe and South Africa (Unity for Palestine).