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