The Freedom Initiative is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Washington D.C. and supported by a global staff. Our team includes country specialists, lawyers, journalists, advocates, and academics of diverse nationalities and backgrounds.
We work together to be a voice for the voiceless, providing casework support, conducting research, advocating with leaders and the media, and taking legal action to help free political prisoners in Egypt and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Who We Are

Andrea Prasow
Executive Director

Todd Ruffner
Advocacy Director

Allison Mcmanus
Research Director

Morgan Thomas
Executive Assistant

Bria Reel
Programs Associate

Yousuf Abdelfatah
Project Coordinator

Abrara Rageh
Campaigns Strategist

Bethany Alhaidari
Saudi Desk Officer

Luci Meade
Advocacy Associate

Heba Mahfouz
Grassroots Coordinator

Fatima Mohammadi
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIST
If you want to learn more about joining our growing team, please contact us at: [email protected]