Sylvana Lakkis is a prominent leader in the Lebanese disability movement and the executive director of the Lebanese Physical Handicapped Union (LPHU). She has been a key advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities, promoting socio-economic inclusion, accessibility, and political participation in Lebanon and beyond. Lakkis is recognized for her expertise in disability rights, inclusive development, and gender and disability. She serves on various national committees and international advisory boards, and is a regional focal point for the Disability and World Bank Safeguards campaign.