Céline Assaf, President of the Human Rights Foundation (HRF), leads the organization's programs and campaigns with a focus on safeguarding freedom of expression in Arabic and French-speaking countries. Since 2014, she has driven legal and advocacy initiatives within HRF's Center for Law and Democracy.

Assaf holds a Master's degree in International Law from Columbia Law School and a Master's in French Law from Pantheon-Assas Paris II, France. She is a sought-after speaker at prestigious events like the Oslo Freedom Forum, where she addresses pressing global issues. Her writings appear in top international media outlets such as The Washington Post, The New York Times, Newsweek, and L'Express.Through her leadership, Assaf continues to champion fundamental human rights and freedom of expression worldwide.