Charles Holmquist is the Program Director for Search for Common Ground in Lebanon. SFCG is one of the world’s leading peacebuilding organisations, and Charles oversees its overall programming in Lebanon and Syria, providing strategic guidance and ensuring program quality. Prior to this, Charles served in leadership roles for SFCG in the Democratic Republic of Congo, notably as Conflict Sensitivity Program Manager, Youth Engagement Coordinator and Acting Head of Goma Office. He has experience in designing and managing peacebuilding programs in complex emergencies. He holds an MA in International Politics from the University of Manchester, and speaks English, French and Swedish fluently.
