About Mouna Mounayer
Bios and labels? Not my style. There’s nothing more frustrating than diving into an about page and finding little insight into the person behind the words. Let’s skip that worn-out path. Here are two essentials about me: I live life as I imagine it, and I am a Firehorse. Make of that what you will.
I’m not a fan of hat hair either, but metaphorically, I have donned various hats in my career—as an archaeologist, writer, documentary director, content creator, educator, academic proofreader, serial entrepreneur, board member, jury member of the International Emmy Awards, and a two-time winner of Harvard’s Michael Porter All World Program.
My storytelling journey started, quite literally, last century, on my grandmother’s knee deep in the British countryside, nurturing a deep love for narratives. Whether brought to life on film or through the written word, I’m driven by a deep-seated desire to craft tales and inspire others to share their own.
Though based in Lebanon, my adventures have whisked me to diverse corners of the globe—from the ancient city of Eridu, the first city on Earth, in the windswept Iraqi desert, to the tranquil Himalayan town of Dharamsala. Along the way, I’ve captured the essence of ordinary lives, engaged with world leaders like HH the Dalai Lama, documented the odysseys of pioneering Saudi female athletes, and delved into the lives of artists, musicians, showrunners, politicians, and academics.
Amidst the recent upheavals in Lebanon, including a financial meltdown, the Beirut Blast, and political unrest, I have recently shifted my focus toward the ongoing struggles faced by young creatives, especially women, in securing employment. To that end, I have dedicated the last two years to steering an NGO initiative aimed at improving employability skills and contributing to the holistic development of creatives.
Yet, my life story is not just a checklist of achievements. If curiosity beckons, however, feel free to explore my credentials—essentially what this website is about. On the flip side, if you’re eager to dive into the stories, check out my films or blog. It’s all here, waiting to be explored.
Let’s collaborate, send an email to mouna@mounamounayer.com