About Us
Soliya was founded in 2003—before social media connected the world—with a bold idea: use digital tools to bridge divides.
Today, Soliya is a pioneer in Virtual Exchange bringing 15,000+ young people together each year for meaningful dialogue across difference.
We train and equip professional facilitators, up to the UN certification level, to guide these conversations.
We also support top universities and global companies in building the professional, modern skills their people need to navigate disagreements without division.
Because in a diverse world, dialogue isn’t optional. It’s essential.
Our Team
At the heart of our mission is a passionate global community of staff, facilitators, coaches, and trainers committed to creating spaces where people listen deeply, speak courageously, and connect across divides.
Soliya Staff
Global Circles
Program Manager
Manager
Connect Bel3araby
Marlo Faddoul
Connect Program
Senior Officer
Manager
Finance and Operations
Senior Officer
Senior Manager
Information Technology
Finance and Operations
Officer
Connect Bel3araby
Senior Facilitation Manager
Connect Program
Coordinator
Connect Bel3araby
Coordinator
Learning & Development Solutions
Coordinator
Information Technology
Designer
Learning & Development Solutions
Coordinator
Manager
Connect Program
Information Technology
Coordinator
Director
Connect Program
Innovation & Design
Officer
Finance and Operatios
Chief Program Officer
Chief Executive Officer
Senior Officer
Program Manager
Connect Program
Learning & Development Solutions
Officer
Director
Learning & Development Solutions
Global circles
Our community is a global network of experienced professionals— facilitators, coaches, trainers, and fellows—dedicated to advancing purposeful, inclusive dialogue across cultures.
Soliya Community
Our Board of Directors
