Hi, I’m Yasmina
After living in seven countries and immersing myself in diverse academic and cultural environments, one truth has remained clear: gender inequality is universal, though its manifestations differ from place to place.
Raised by a single mother in a country where laws still oppress women, my values and voice were forged in the shadow of systemic injustice. I have seen how fear, tradition, and structural violence conspire to silence women, eroding their rights and dignity.
This lived experience is the foundation of my work. I have dedicated my life to challenging these systems, amplifying marginalized voices, and creating spaces where women, across my region and around the world, can claim their power and shape their own futures.
Get to know me!
As a passionate feminist advocate and policy expert, I am committed to advancing gender equality, youth leadership, and defending the rights of migrants and displaced communities. Originally from Morocco, I have had the privilege of living in seven countries, which has shaped my global perspective and deepened my commitment to inclusive change.
With academic credentials in Political Science & Communication, International Law, and Refugee Protection, I have received training from esteemed institutions like Harvard and Oxford. Over the years, I have contributed to policy development, advocacy, and communication efforts focused on migration, gender-based violence, climate justice, and youth engagement, collaborating with civil society organizations, UN agencies, and INGOs across multiple regions.
As the founder of Politics4Her, a feminist youth-led organization dedicated to inclusive leadership, and Climate Sirens, a climate justice tech social enterprise, my work amplifies the voices of young women and marginalized communities. I have supported initiatives such as the United Nations Girls Education Initiative and the Migration Youth and Children Platform, mentoring emerging feminist leaders around the world.
I have been recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30, BBC 100 Women, and numerous other prestigious outlets for my commitment to advancing social justice and equity. My platform continues to highlight the resilience and struggles of women and youth, as I work to create systems that center their leadership, rights, and aspirations for a more just and sustainable world.
Interested in working with me? Get in touch!
“Growing up in Morocco and having a single mother, I witnessed and experienced firsthand how hard it was for women to have equal access to rights and opportunities simply because they were women.”
Yasmina Benslimane
Awards and Recognition
100 Most Influential Young African Women