SPEAKERS
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
MR. KHALID AL AMERI
Emirati Youtuber & Content Creator
Khalid is an Emirati content creator who tells stories that bring the world together, he creates culturally-relevant material that made for an international community. Some of his hit videos "Why Muslims Celebrate Christmas" and "Shopping While Married" have built an audience on his online audience channel of over 6 million people. He was featured in the 2020 list of "100 Most Powerful Arabs" by Gulf Business as well as being first social media personality to be awarded a Dubai Star in the Downtown Dubai Walk of Fame.
MS. ZEN KAHN
Founder CSC Middle East
Zen is an inspirational entrepreneur, International speaker and safeguarding expert who has worked in education for over 10 years. Her diverse background, enthusiasm and passion is the driving force that empowers those she works with, helping them to achieve lasting outcomes. Zen has designed and delivered online qualifications (including safeguarding) for multiple disciplines in large and small organisations both in the UK (Government) and Internationally.
LT. COL ABDULRAHMAN ALTAMIMI
UAE Ministry of Interior Director, Child Protection Center
A Police Lt. Col. working for the U.A.E. Ministry of Interior with a service track record of over 18 years in law enforcement activities, covering different areas from Crime Scene Investigations to Child Protection. Currently serving as the Director of the Child Protection Center in the Ministry of Interior, which is the federal unit in charge of child protection from all types of abuse or mistreatment throughout the U.A.E. in coordination with local police forces and all related entities, both federal and regional. Lt. Col. Altamimi represents the U.A.E. on the Board of Advisors in the Virtual Global Taskforce (VGT).
DR. HESSA KHALFAN ALGHAZAL, MBBS. MSc, MPH, DrPH
Public Health Consultant, and the Executive Director of Sharjah Child Friendly Office
Dr. Hessa AlGhazal, Public Health Consultant, and the Executive Director of Sharjah Child Friendly Office. She received her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery with distinction from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Emirates and MSc in Maternal and Child Health from Aberdeen University, Scotland, UK, and a Master of Public Health (M.Sc.) specializing in motherhood and childhood excellence from Tulane University, Louisiana. She received a clinical doctorate in public health from the University of Tulane, Louisiana, USA, and a certificate of advance study in Child Rights from Geneva University.
CAPTAIN KHALID EBRAHIM TAHLAK
Head of Social Crime Section, Dubai Police
Captain Khalid Ebrahim Tahlak, Head of Social Crimes section in Cyber Crimes investigations Department - Dubai Police. He joined Dubai Police in 2010 and he has been a part of Cyber Crimes investigations team since then. He is tasked to investigate with his team crimes like defamation, blackmail, and crimes against children.
MS. SUZAN ELSAYED
Safety Policy Manager for Africa, Middle East, and Turkey (AMET) META
Suzan Elsayed is an Egyptian based in London with extensive experience across the region. Prior to joining Facebook, Suzan has 7+ years’ experience primarily as a management consultant across the AMET region and UK with a focus on strategy design in the public sector and governments. Suzan holds a master's degree in Policy Studies in Education from University College London (UCL). An avid researcher and enthusiast on the 4th Industrial Revolution and its impact on societies.
DR. MANSOOR HABIB
Senior Director Employee Wellbeing, du
Dr. Habib obtained his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. Thereafter he worked in the UAE government medical sector during which he obtained 2 Masters & 1 PhD in Family Medicine specialty & Occupational Health specialty. In 2010 he joined the UAE telecom operator “du” where he established an in-house occupational health staff clinic and a dedicated Wellbeing department. In 2017, Dr Mansoor graduated from 2 leadership programs organized by the UAE Prime Minister Office. The executive leadership program in collaboration with Oxford University & The Happiness program in collaboration with Wharton University. In addition, he is an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor in Family Medicine Department- Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), UAE. Also, he is the country’s wellness advocate in various media platforms.
MS. FATMA BELRAHIF
Board Member; Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau Knowledge and Human Development Authority
Fatma Belrahif leads the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB), which sets the standards for, and assures the quality of, private schools in Dubai. Since the DSIB started operations in 2008, the proportion of students attending schools rated as ‘good’ or better has increase from 30 to 70 per cent. Ms. Belrahif is passionate about students’ holistic development and is a vocal advocate for the inclusion of students of determination in schools. She chairs the Inclusive Education Task Force, which was set up by the Dubai Executive Education Council. Ms. Belrahif is also active in helping ensure that Emirati students make good progress in their learning and has overseen initiatives that have resulted in their attending progressively improving schools. Ms Belrahif holds a bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s degree in public administration. In 2008, Ms. Belrahif was recognised as a Distinguished Employee by the Dubai Government Excellence Programme.
MRS. YESSENIA SANCIANGCO
Grand Ambassador Ruby Family Foundation
Yessenia is a mother of 2 children, 8 and 2 years old, a Registered Nurse with a Masters Degree in Nursing and approximately 20 years’ experience. She has worked with vulnerable populations, with an emphasis on Paediatric care at Loma Linda Children’s Hospital in California. She has also worked as an Advanced Practice Nurse, a Public Health Nurse, and as a Health Facilities Evaluator Nurse ensuring that hospitals, clinics, home health care facilities, and all treatment facilities which provide healthcare, operate according to federal and state laws. Grand Ambassador for the Ruby Family Foundation. Our organization strives to promote full transparency through blockchain technology and to be one of the first foundation to have a DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization) protocol where our community is the voice. Our goal is to be 100 percent fully operational without the need for a single donation through our liquidity pool partnership program, wherein 100 percent of the funds are allocated towards global outreach programs for children and mothers. The Foundation will continue address the major issues of poverty and lack of essential needs including access to basic medical assistance.
MRS. MANDEEP KAUR SANGHERA
International Human Rights Activist / Philanthropist Trafficking in America Taskforce
Mandy is an award-winning philanthropist, consultant and global campaigner often referred to a global catalyst. As well as being an international human rights activist & motivational Tedx speaker from UK, Mandy has travelled all over the world empowering & motivating others. With over three decades of experience, Mandy is an expert in various development related fields. She has been driving innovation, building strategic partnerships, promoting advocacy and programming in the areas of human rights, gender equality, accountability and social justice globally. Mandy has helped hundreds of individuals and now reaches thousands through social media and her generous amount of worldwide TV appearances and public speaking engagements. She spoke at the US House of Representatives for the 3rd year in a row. Last year she was at the World Economic Forum and spoke at a couple of side events. Mandy has supported several Hackathon’s regarding AI for social good. She has been involved in several Hackathons I come up with challenge and ideas.
MR. RALPH JASON TAGAO
Founder RIGHTS - AYL
Ralph Jason is a Human Rights Advocate and Human Rights Defender. Before he joined various organizations abroad Ralph is an active member of Rotary Club of Ilagan where he developed leadership skills. He competed in many work paper competitions where he was hailed as winner. "Towards 2030 Sustainable Development Goals as a source of hope" is his newly created paper. Joining various Model United Nations abroad to talk about the welfare of every child experiencing various threats like Child Abuse, Child Trafficking, Child Marriage, Child Labour. His NGO is uplifting the morale of every child that their dreams are important and valid in this generation. He has also undergone various Humanitarian Activities in various countries such as India, Afghanistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Sudan, Uganda and many more.
MS. JESS LISHAK
Head of Communications and Engagement WeProtect Global Alliance
WeProtect Global Alliance brings together governments, the private sector, civil society and international organisations to develop policies and solutions to protect children from sexual exploitation and abuse online. Jess leads the Alliance's work on engaging survivors of child sexual abuse and young people, as well as overseeing their communications. Jess has worked in communications, public affairs and policy-influencing roles throughout her career, with a particular focus on equalities, education and human rights. Before joining WeProtect Global Alliance, she worked at the UK’s Centre of expertise on child sexual abuse. She also currently serves on the Trustee Board for Against Violence and Abuse and is a qualified Independent Sexual Violence Advisor.
MS. CARRIE HOZA
Principal, Dubai British School Jumeirah Park Foundation and Child Protection Officer for Taaleem
Carrie Hoza is an experienced leader who has worked in education for nearly 20 years. She currently works for Taaleem as a Principal at Dubai British School Jumeriah Park Foundation (DBF) and is Taaleem's Child Protection Officer. Before working for Taaleem she has worked across Dubai and Sharjah in school development. Carrie has led on Child Protection in both the UK and UAE.
MR. JONATHAN HUGHES DAETH
Educational Consultant, Zen Professional Development
Jonathan is a highly experienced school leader with over 30 years of experience in International school Leadership and school inspection/school improvement. Jonathan has worked as Chief Education Officer in the UAE and Headmaster at the prestigious Repton school Dubai.