About us

Iris is a youth organization dedicated to empowering young people to explore new opportunities for personal development through cross-cultural experiences. We organize projects aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and provide young Egyptians with chances to step outside their comfort zones while developing their skills.

Join us in our mission to create a better world where no one is left behind!

Vision: To empower youth to achieve their full potential while fostering global connections.

Mission: To inspire and capacitate individuals through transformative cross-cultural experiences.

Core Values: Passion, Collaboration, Diversity, Personal growth and Impact

Where every experience becomes a memory.

Meet our team of experts

Dedicated professionals fostering global connections

Mai Elsaid

Chief Executive Director

Founder and chief director, Mai is the visionary behind our organization. She actively engages in developing partnerships, marketing strategies, and enhancing exchange experiences.

Youssef Sherif

Program Officer

With over 5 years of experience in international education, Youssef has dedicated his career to helping youth achieve their dreams of studying abroad. His passion for cultural exchange drives our mission to create unforgettable experiences.

Mahmoud Zaher

Operations Officer

Mahmoud is a passionate advocate for cultural exchange who loves his work. he mentors numerous students and oversees a vibrant community of international participants.

Mohab Elnabawy

Digital Transformation Officer

His primary goal is to harness digital technologies to optimize business processes, tools, and platforms ensuring that the organization evolves with the changing digital landscape.