Marina El Khawand, a 24-year-old Lebanese activist, has turned personal tragedy into a global mission to provide healthcare access for vulnerable communities. Her journey began in 2020 when she witnessed the devastating Beirut port explosion, which claimed over 220 lives and left her hometown in ruins. Despite the trauma, Khawand chose to stay and help, volunteering at the blast site before eventually founding Medonations, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free medical assistance.