Biography
“Dr. Gawad is a Professor of Sustainable Architecture, with academic leadership experience in international organizations. She has served the International Union of Architects UIA in various capacities, including working as the Co-Director of UIA Commission on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, a member of the UIA Education Commission, Vice-chair of UNESCO-UIA Validation report group, a jury member at international architectural competitions, and a speaker at various UIA International Forums. She is also the Chairperson of the Africa Union of Architects’ AUA Habitat and Environment Commission, a Council Member of the Union of Mediterranean Architects UMAR, and an Elected Board Member of the Society of Egyptian Architects.
As a Full Professor at the British University in Egypt and Helwan University, she has an extensive publication record in international journals and has served as a member of the Editorial and Reviewing Committee for respective books and international conferences”