Yana Abu Taleb works at the intersection of environmental protection, policy, and peacebuilding, using shared natural resources as an entry point for cooperation in a deeply divided region. Over the years, she has spoken at local, regional, and international forums on water security, climate risks, and the role environmental cooperation can play in building trust and long-term stability.

Yana has had the opportunity to speak at globally recognized platforms such as the Skoll World Forum, where she represented environmental peacebuilding efforts and engaged with policymakers, social innovators, and global leaders committed to systemic change. In parallel, Taleb is a frequent speaker at international conferences and policy dialogues, sharing practical experience from cross-border environmental initiatives and community-level cooperation across the Middle East.

Her work and perspectives have contributed to global conversations through platforms such as Doha Debates, where she participated in discussions focused on water scarcity, environmental challenges, and sustainable development in the region. She has engaged audiences at sector-specific and high-level forums, including Arab Water Week in Amman, and has taken part in moderated dialogues and peacebuilding discussions that bring together diverse regional and international voices.

She has addressed audiences ranging from policymakers and civil society leaders to youth and academic institutions, emphasizing how environmental challenges transcend political borders, and how cooperation around shared resources can open pathways to dialogue, resilience, and peace. Through her speaking, she aims to translate complex regional realities into accessible, human-centered narratives that inspire collaboration and action.