Dina Moawad
@dinamoawad
Social Sciences Scholar In
Economics & Political Studies
Exploring The Dynamics Of Institutional Change, Policy, And Social Transformation Through Research, Teaching, And Academic Publications.
About
Dina Moawad
Introduction
An Egyptian-Italian economist and Research Associate specializing in resilience and shocks within global food systems. My research explores climate change, economic instability, and health emergencies' impacts on food access, prices, human mobility, and economic outcomes.
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d.moawad@unisg.it
Contact
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d.moawad@unisg.it
PHONE
+393921165159
LOCATION
Via delle panche, 56c Florence, Italy.
Teaching
I teach economics with a focus on development, policy, and global food systems. My approach combines rigorous theoretical foundations with applied research, encouraging students to think critically and engage with real-world economic challenges.
SUBJECT 1
Economics of Migration
An introduction to the economic causes and impacts of migration, focusing on labor markets, development, and policy responses in a global context.
SUBJECT 2
International Political Economy
An examination of the relationship between global economic systems and political institutions, with emphasis on trade, development, and governance.
Publications
Selected peer-reviewed articles and academic contributions.
1. Navigating Recent Crises in the MENA Region
A study examining how recent external shocks have affected food systems and policy responses across North Africa and the Middle East.
Moawad, D. & Taddei, I. M. (2025)
1. STAPLES and Food Security Challenges in MENA
An analysis of the STAPLES project and its role in strengthening food system resilience and addressing food security challenges in the MENA region, with a focus on Egypt and Morocco.
Moawad, D. (2025)
Projects
Advancing knowledge through rigorous inquiry in economics and political studies.
STAPLES – STable food Access and Prices and Lower Exposure to Shocks
A research-based project examining food system resilience in the Middle East and North Africa. The project analyzes structural vulnerabilities, external shocks, and policy strategies, with particular focus on Egypt and Morocco.
Research Contributor . 2025