UNFPA names Hamza Diab champion for youth, reproductive health

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Egypt announced on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 the selection of rising star Hamza Diab as a UNFPA Champion, leveraging his platform and public engagement to raise awareness about youth issues and inspire positive change across Egypt.

Diab’s two-year engagement with UNFPA will focus on youth leadership, mental health awareness, and promoting positive masculinity among young men, alongside other social issues close to his heart.

The 20-year-old rising Egyptian actor has established himself as a prominent name in Egyptian and Arab drama and cinema, appearing in several notable series and films, including the hit show “Kamel Al-Adad,” the youth drama “Izma,” “50/50,” and most recently the series “Tale’ Nazel.”

UNFPA Champions are appointed under the agency’s global “Influencer and Advocate Policy,” which aims to amplify key voices and form strategic partnerships with public figures to advance the organization’s mandate.

In Egypt, UNFPA works directly with youth to foster empowerment, leadership, and meaningful participation in decisions affecting their lives and communities.

The fund also actively promotes mental health and well-being among young people, advocating for accessible mental health support and resources.