Hafsa currently serves as a Policy Analyst for International IDEA seconded to the African Union Peace and Security Department. She works on a number of thematic areas such as climate-security and women, youth in peace and security, with a special focus on the Horn of Africa. Prior to joining the AU, Hafsa worked with the EU Trust Funds’ Research and Evidence Facility (EUTF-REF) as a Program Coordinator. She brings with her vast experience working with the UN, Regional Economic Communities and Civil Society on areas of women, youth, migration and conflict prevention.