Aziza Sbaity

Aziza Sbaity is a Lebanese-Liberian athlete whose life journey has been shaped by diverse worlds. Born to a Liberian mother and a Lebanese father, her multicultural heritage sparked a quest to understand her identity. Moving to Lebanon at the age of 11, she confronted the realities of racism and color-based classism. Athletics became her path to self-discovery, fueling her unwavering commitment to empowerment and advocacy.

In 2023, Aziza was recognized as one of the BBC’s 100 Most Influential and Inspirational Women in the World, an honor that underscores her dedication to breaking barriers and creating positive change. As the Lebanese 100m record holder, she holds the title of “fastest woman in Lebanese history” and made history as the first Black Lebanese athlete to win gold in the 200m at both the West Asian and Arab Championships.

Aziza leverages her platform to champion inclusivity and equality, collaborating with schools, universities, and NGOs in the fields of sports and anti-racism to inspire Lebanon’s youth. She also shares her story with students to motivate and empower the next generation.

Beyond her athletic achievements, Aziza holds a degree in Business Management from the Lebanese American University and is completing her M.A. in Olympic Studies at the German Sports University in Cologne, Germany, as well as an MBA at the American University of Beirut.