Morad Elsana

Dr. Morad Elsana serves as an adjunct professor at American University's School of International Service, teaching courses including AWST-225 Arab Societies and GOVT-396 Selected Topics: Palestinian Citizens of Israel for Spring 2025. His academic profile bridges legal scholarship with Middle Eastern socio-political analysis.

His educational credentials feature:

• Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.) from American University, Washington College of Law
• Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Legal Studies from American University
• Master of Social Work in Social Advocacy and Community Development from McGill University
• Bachelor of Law from Tel Aviv University

Dr. Elsana's research investigates the collision of international legal frameworks with indigenous land rights and minority citizenship, particularly through his dissertation "The Dispossession and Recognizing Indigenous Land Rights". His work critically examines civil society development, peacebuilding initiatives, and the intersection of human rights law with Middle Eastern political realities, emphasizing decolonial methodologies and social justice advocacy.

His distinguished recognition includes:

• Israel Institute post-doc Fellowship
• Fulbright Outreach fellowship
• New Israel Fund Civil Rights Leadership fellowship
• McGill University Middle East Program for Civil Society & Peace Building fellowship