She holds a BA in English Literature from Bethlehem University, an MA in Educational Administration from Texas A & M University and an MBA from Tel Aviv University.
As part of her work, she manages the work of the Shepherd Society, which is the social outreach arm of the Bethlehem Bible College. She has a passion for humanitarian and development work, and the work with the Shepherd Society enables this to be put into action – offering both emergency assistance in the form of food, medical assistance and so on, and also durable solutions through job creation and micro-finance projects. In addition, the emergency assistance has more recently extended to Gaza.
Shireen’s passion is also for peace with justice, and she has been a peace activist for many years. Shireen is married with 4 children, and lives in Bethlehem- Palestine.

Hello! I have been serving as a social worker at the Shepherd Society since 2002. I am married and blessed with a wonderful daughter. Alongside my work, I earned a Master’s degree in Leadership and Ministry from Bethlehem Bible College. This organization has truly been a blessing in my life, as it was through my service here that I came to accept Jesus as my Savior.

Noura from Beit Jala, a Biblical Studies graduate from Bethlehem Bible College, works full-time as a secretary at the Shepherd Society. She began her journey with the organization as a volunteer during her studies and pursued additional training in life and administrative skills. Noura coordinates appointments, delivers supplies, and arranges surgeries for those in need. Her experiences have taught her to appreciate life’s essentials and the importance of helping others, such as when she assisted a woman who couldn’t afford glasses.

Elias Awad is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in project management, consultancy, and community-based initiatives. He holds a Diplom-Kaufmann in Business Administration from the University of Augsburg, with a focus on finance and information systems, and has been active in various volunteer and leadership roles throughout his career.
Elias has worked with numerous organizations, including Médecins Sans Frontières, the Palestinian Centre for Rapprochement between People, German foundations, and CISP on high-impact projects in the Middle East. His areas of expertise include community-based tourism, cultural heritage preservation, and EU-funded initiatives. Additionally, he has contributed to educational initiatives through youth workshops and leadership training programs.
Fluent in Arabic, German, and English, Elias has a deep commitment to fostering intercultural understanding and development through his work. Currently, he continues to make strides as a freelance consultant, helping organizations navigate and manage impactful community projects.