THE PROJECT ON MIDDLE EAST DEMOCRACY INC

Wahington, DC · Founded 2006

Nonpartisan research organization advancing democratic reform policy for the Middle East region

Primary audience
Policymakers
Work area
Democracy advocacy
Topic
Middle East reform
Contact
Tess McEnery
Website Contact

About Organization

The Project on Middle East Democracy examines how genuine democracies can develop in the Middle East and how the United States can support that process. Based in Washington, DC, the organization conducts policy research and facilitates stakeholder dialogue with 12 employees and $600,000 in annual revenue. They work with policymakers and civil society leaders on democratic reform initiatives.

What They Focus On

Democratic Development

Examines pathways for genuine democracy in Middle Eastern nations through nonpartisan research and analysis of reform opportunities.

U.S. Policy

Develops recommendations for how the United States can effectively support peaceful democratic reform through strategic engagement.

Civil Society

Strengthens constituencies supporting democratic reform by facilitating dialogue between policymakers, advocates, and regional leaders.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$600K

Expenses (2023)

$1.3M

Assets (2023)

$1.3M

Employees (2023)

12

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Research and Analysis

    Conduct in-depth examination of democratic development opportunities and challenges across the Middle East region.

  • 02

    Stakeholder Engagement

    Convene policymakers, civil society leaders, and experts to build coalitions supporting democratic reform initiatives.

  • 03

    Policy Development

    Create evidence-based policy recommendations for U.S. government and international partners supporting peaceful democratic change.

  • 04

    Advocacy and Education

    Promote democratic reform policies through targeted advocacy, publications, and educational programs for decision-makers.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by THE PROJECT ON MIDDLE EAST DEMOCRACY INC

Policy Research

Conducts nonpartisan analysis examining democratic development pathways and reform strategies for Middle Eastern nations and societies.

Stakeholder Dialogue

Facilitates conversations between policymakers, civil society leaders, and experts to strengthen democratic reform constituencies and coordination.

Advocacy Initiatives

Develops and promotes peaceful democratic reform policies targeting U.S. government decision-makers and international partners.

Regional Analysis

Provides comprehensive analysis of Middle East political developments, democratic movements, and reform opportunities for stakeholders.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind THE PROJECT ON MIDDLE EAST DEMOCRACY INC.

Joel Campagna

Joel Campagna

Interim Executive Director
Jamaal Pantophlet

Jamaal Pantophlet

Operations Manager
Abdullah Alaoudh

Abdullah Alaoudh

Countering Authoritarianism Senior Director
Sara Mohamed

Sara Mohamed

Unjust Detention Hub Manager
Seth Binder

Seth Binder

Director of Advocacy
Sheridan Cole

Sheridan Cole

Advocacy Officer
TM

Tess McEnery

Executive Director
Full-time
Compensation: $171,300
AS

Arwa Shobaki

Managing Director
Full-time
Compensation: $118,329

Milestones

2010s

Regional Network

2010s

Established connections with civil society leaders and reform advocates throughout the Middle East.

2023

Research Expansion

2023

Grew to 12 employees conducting comprehensive policy research on Middle East democratic development.

2023

Policy Impact

2023

Achieved $600,000 operational capacity supporting stakeholder dialogue and advocacy initiatives in Washington DC.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AA
Andrew Albertson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JS
John Scott Carpenter Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KS
Kori Schake Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MD
Michele Dunne Chair Of Board 2.00 hrs/week
MS
Mike Shor Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SA
Sahar Aziz Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SH
Shadi Hamid Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SG
Stephen Grand Board Member 2.00 hrs/week
Anas Aljumaily
Anas Aljumaily Chairperson
Michael Shor
Michael Shor Secretary
Hanaa Soltan
Hanaa Soltan
Mohamed Soltan
Mohamed Soltan Treasurer

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

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Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990 (2023)

Total Reported (2023)

$290K

Highest Paid

$171K

Tess Mcenery

Compensated Officers

2

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Tess Mcenery Executive Director $171,300 — $171,300 40
Arwa Shobaki Managing Director $118,329 — $118,329 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.