Navigating the Unthinkable: Manal Fouani on UNDP's Mission in Ukraine During the Russian Invasion

In this episode of the Oxford Policy Podcast, Mykhailo Kiktenko speaks with Manal Fouani, the UNDP Chief of Country Support and Oversight for the Regional Bureau of Arab States. In 2022, Manal served as the UNDP Resident Representative ad interim in Ukraine, where she led the organization's response during the full-scale Russian invasion.

We discuss her leadership in navigating this crisis, transitioning from sustainable development to emergency relief and resilience building. Manal shares the challenges she faced, the critical decisions she made, and the moments of inspiration that sustained her.

We also explore how emergency response can align with long-term development goals and gain insights into human resilience during conflict.

Join us for an inspiring discussion on the intersection of policy, crisis management, and human resilience.