SEP Talks x International Geneva: MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES (MSF) Mario Stephan
Posted on June 05 2025
Mario Stephan is Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)’s Head of Philanthropy Diversification and Impact based out of Geneva. He brings over 20 years’ experience in the Aid sector, with more than half of it dedicated to philanthropy and building partnerships. Mario first got involved with MSF in 2009. Mario’s experience encompasses a wide variety of roles, from field work to leadership and executive roles, with several international organisations. In the course of his career, Mario has lived and worked in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Afghanistan, Somalia, Egypt, and the UAE. Mario also held regional positions covering eastern and southern Africa, the MENA region, and the Gulf.
Foreign Aid cuts have put the humanitarian sector in turmoil. Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) does not accept funds from the US government, but this massive disruption to the aid system has profound implications for MSF’s humanitarian programs and their ability to respond effectively through their operations. Mario talked to us about the challenges and changes MSF are facing on the ground, and the big questions and strategic choices they are currently contemplating.
If you missed his inspiring talk, you can catch up thanks to this summary video by Warebo Agency:
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