Jean Saslawsky | CEO
EURORDIS - Rare Diseases Europe

Jean Saslawsky is Chief Executive Officer of EURORDIS-Rare Diseases Europe, the independent
voice representing people living with rare diseases across Europe. He joined EURORDIS in June
2026, bringing more than 25 years of leadership experience across the health, humanitarian and
social impact sectors.
Before joining EURORDIS, Jean served as Director of Programs, Operations and Advocacy at CARE
France, where he led international operations across 50 countries and advocacy engagement with
French and European decision-makers. He previously served as Secretary General of the
international network of Médecins du Monde (Doctors of the World), coordinating 15 national
organisations across Europe, the Americas and Asia and helping to develop the network’s first
global strategy.
Jean has also served as Director General of Fondation La France s’engage, supporting social
innovation and strengthening partnerships with companies and philanthropic organisations.
Throughout his career, Jean has worked at the intersection of health, international cooperation,
advocacy and organisational development. He began his career in humanitarian field operations,
including assignments in Bosnia and Georgia, experiences that shaped his long-standing
commitment to public service and solidarity.