Monday October 6th, 2025 9AM -3PM World Trade centre, Hall 8
MENA Inclusion Summit: Advancing Global Best Practices for Equitable and Inclusive Education
Schedule
Speakers 2025
His Excellecny Abdulla Al Humaidan
Secretary General at Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination مؤسسة زايد العليا لأصحاب الهمم
We are delighted and honoured that the Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination, responsible for providing care and rehabilitation for people of determination across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, is the main sponsor of this award.This sponsorship supports all the efforts made by state institutions to empower people of determination, stemming from the organization’s commitment to fulfilling its social responsibility. The award underscores the vital and active role played by the private sector and non-profit organizations in achieving sustainable development and social welfare for all.Our goal is to empower them to be active and essential participants in building and developing our nation.All thanks and appreciation go to Incluzun, which works with people of determination across the state. We commend their assistance to children from these groups to successfully complete their education and obtain meaningful employment.These efforts align with the vision of ZayedHigher Organization for People of Determination, which aims for equal rights that deepen happiness and social empowerment for people of determination.
Faisal Falaknaz
Group Chief Financial and Sustainability Officer at Aldar
Dr. Sameera Al Obeidli
Assoc. VP, NMC Healthcare
Ahmed mehaya
Athlete, Motivational Speaker, PoD
Rebecca Lynch
Symbol and Education Specialist – Widgit Software
harmeet kaur dhillon
Inclusion Specialist, Entrepreneur, COO Incluzun
dr. catherine o'farrell
Inclusion Specialist, Entrepreneur, CEO Incluzun
carrie-ann gibson
Assistive technology specialist, language enthusiast, Everway
paddy mcgrath
Educator, international keynote speaker, blogger, panellist, podcaster, Everway
jonathan sullivan
Chief Growth Officer, Widgit Software
Naveed Iqbal
Primary Care Doctor Topland & Tritone Health
paddy mcgrath
Educator, international keynote speaker, blogger, panellist, podcaster, Everway
jonathan sullivan
Chief Growth Officer, Widgit Software
Student Panel - the voice of Students of Determination "Limitless: Voices of Determination – Student Success Stories That Redefine Education"
Supporting Schools
This student panel is supported by New Dawn Private School, GEMS Modern Academy and Hartland International School. All three schools support students of determination isn a holistic and positive manner, celebrating difference and fostering success.
Sean Lewis - moderator
Principal New Dawn Private School
Student
Anay
Student
Alexander - Hartland
Student
Maryam - Hartland
Vivan
GEMS Modern Academy
Eshal
GEMS Modern Academy
Anahita
GEMS Modern Academy
Expert Panel: "Leading Inclusion; Visionary Voices Shaping the Future of SEN"
Kelvin Horsby
Senior Vice President, GEMS Group
Dr. Neil Hopkin
Director of Education, Fortes Group
Philip Thompson
Director of PoD ADEK
Ingrid Brady
CDTO, Shift Technologies
Amira Hason
CEO The Journey
Amira Hason
CEO The Journey
Previous SPEAKER HIGHLIGHTS
His Excellency Abdulla Al Humaidan, Zayed higher Organization
Nancy ElKaraan, Community Development Authority
Dr. Florian Keomm, Vice President Siemens Energy
Philip Thomson, Director, ADEK
Dr. Tim Hughes, Director, Bloom Education
Dr. Ruba Tabari, TDCC
Inclusive Practices Spotlight
MARINA DYMCHENKO NUTRITION & LIFESTYLE COACH
SPONSORS
Sponsorship
Why Sponsor?
When you partner with Incluzun for our events, you will have the chance to meet with hundreds of attendees from a range of schools and organizations for you to foster new relationships or interact with existing customers. When you become an exhibitor or sponsor, you gain exposure for your organization and most importantly, be recognized as a leading resource for inclusion. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to programs offered on stage, promote your valuable products and services and enhance the attendee experience.