She was persuaded to study economics by her parents, rather than to pursue her love of theater.
[1] She also holds a PhD in gender and development from the School of Oriental and African Studies at the University of London.
[1][4] The organization provides support related for basic needs to Syrian refugees in the Beqaa Valley, such as shelter, blankets, and food.
[4] Mhaissen has promoted grassroots activism over international aid efforts.
[4] In 2016, Mhaissen received the Marsh Award for Peacemaking and Peacekeeping from the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office.