Mei Shalev is a researcher specializing in terrorism and international relations. Her research focuses on the dynamics of international conflicts, with an emphasis on the Israeli-Arab conflict. She is currently a doctoral candidate in the Department of Political Studies at Bar-Ilan University and a President’s Scholarship recipient for outstanding doctoral students. She holds a B.A. in Political Science from Bar-Ilan University and two M.A. degrees: an M.A. in International Relations and Strategy from Bar-Ilan University, which she completed with honours, and an additional M.A. in Security and Diplomacy from Tel Aviv University.

Alongside her academic work, Mei lectures in her fields of expertise, manages social and business projects, and is frequently interviewed in the media on issues related to security, terrorism, the Middle East and international relations. She is a graduate of several leadership and academic programmes, including “Young Women Politicians”, a programme she also coordinated at Bar-Ilan University, the College of Statesmanship and Pro-Women. Over the years, Mei has received recognition for her work from various organisations, including PERACH - the National Programme for Social Impact, Na’amat and the National Union of Israeli Students. She also received several distinctions during her military service.