Tunisian Nobel Peace Prize winner Ouided Bouchamaoui appointed diplomacy professor at NYU Abu Dhabi

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ouided Bouchamaoui. (NYU Abu Dhabi)

• She was appointed the first female president of the Tunisian Confederation of Industry, Trade and Handicrafts

DUBAI: Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ouided Bouchamaoui has been named professor of practice of diplomacy and conflict resolution at New York University Abu Dhabi, Emirates News Agency reported on Thursday.
The Tunisian businesswoman, who, as leader of the Tunisian Confederation of Industry, Trade and Handicrafts took part in Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet which led the organization to receive the 2015 Nobel prize, is also a prominent peace envoy.
Bouchamaoui, a Harvard alumnus, is acclaimed for her accomplishments in international business, community engagement, negotiation, crisis management, and women’s empowerment.
She was appointed the first female president of the UTICA where she played a vital role in encouraging investment and navigating labor disputes.
Her accomplishments also include numerous honorary doctorates and awards such as the French Legion of Honor and the Order of the Polar Star from Sweden.
“Ouided Bouchamaoui’s remarkable journey from promoting democracy and peace in Tunisia to leading global discussions on conflict resolution makes her an invaluable addition to our academic community,” said NYU Abu Dhabi Provost Arlie Petters.
“Her appointment reinforces our commitment to offering diverse and profound learning experiences that prepare our students to tackle the world's most pressing challenges.”