Webinar: Thriving Together: Enhancing Wellbeing for Teachers and Students by GESS Education

Thriving Together: Enhancing Wellbeing for Teachers and Students

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Discover how to create a school environment where both teachers and students can thrive. This webinar will explore actionable strategies to promote mental health, build strong relationships, and foster a culture of care and collaboration. From managing stress and workloads to integrating resilience practices, join us to learn how to support the wellbeing of your entire school community.

When

Wednesday, 25/02/2026 · 16:00 Abu Dhabi (GMT +4:00)

Presenters

GESS Education

Rob Faulkner

Founder and Lead Practitioner of Space To Bee - Head of Middle School - Al Dhafra Private School, Abu-Dhabi

Rob has worked in a large number of roles in the UK, starting off as a trainee teacher through to a member on SLT. His subject is Physical Education and his roles have included Academic and Pastoral ones. He found himself at a crossroads a few years ago battling the idea that schools weren't providing enough support to people with often complex emotional needs and this was a systemic issue rather than an individual school, town, borough one. So he made the leap to set up an Alternative Provision called Space To Bee. He works using 3 main strands, firstly, sports and exercise to help young people become more active. He uses mentoring to develop relationships and tackle barriers that may prevent a young person from accessing their education. Finally, they teach emotional management strategies to help young people self-regulate in moments when they feel anxious, frustrated or angry. As part of the Space To Bee offer he was asked to deliver a week of CPD to a school in Abu-Dhabi, Al Dhafra and from there offered the amazing opportunity to work full time. His journey in the UAE is a fantastic challenge to use the skills and expertise from his 25 years of working in schools, but also the huge learning from his time developing programmes for young people whilst they have been engaging with Space To Bee. In addition to working in education he has worked as an academy football coach for over 10 years for a professional club and worked for the FA in England as a coach education tutor.

Abhilasha Singh

Principal - Shining Star International School

I am currently Principal of Shining Star International School, Abu Dhabi. I hold a Masters in Zoology with specialization in Environment conservation and Sustainable Development. I bring 15 years of Leadership and a total of 28 yrs experience in teaching and learning. I hold UAE Leadership school Principal License and am trained in school Inspection Skills from Tribal Education, UK. I am also a UN Global School Program SDG Advocate and senior Mentor. With expertise in Model UN training and UN SDGs, I believe in SDG 4 and Mission 4.7- No one to be Left Behind.

Rania Badreldin

Author, Founder and CEO of The Family Hub

RANIA BADRELDIN is the author of “Why Can’t We All Be Happy?” She is a happiness consultant, speaker, writer, NLP and Hypnosis Master Practitioner, and social entrepreneur on a mission to help people across the globe unlock their inner happiness and simultaneously help change the world. A pioneer in women's and children's well-being, Rania has had a long and successful career in publishing and development in Egypt. She is the Founder and CEO of The Family Hub, a social enterprise dedicated to delivering knowledge for well-being through content development, technical consultations, training, and advocacy, born out of her passion for helping parents navigate the challenging parenting journey. Rania is a two-time TEDx speaker, creator and co-host of The Happy Marriage Podcast, and host of Happiness for Humanity. She hopes her first book Why Can't We All Be Happy? will spread her message to an even wider audience. Rania is also a proud mother of three and a grandmother. An Egyptian national, she considers herself a citizen of the world and a lover of humanity. When she isn't writing or giving talks, she can be found spending time with her family, enjoying nature, music and quiet time, or goofing off.

Mohamad Saad

Principal, Seer Bani Yas Charter School – Aldar Education

Mohamad Saad is an accomplished educational leader, licensed school inspector, and senior education consultant with over three decades of experience across the Middle East and internationally. He has lived and worked in the United Arab Emirates since 1994 and has held a wide range of leadership roles spanning teaching, school leadership, educational governance, inspection, and strategic consultancy. Mohamad holds a Bachelor of Education in English Language and Literature from the Lebanese University, a Postgraduate Diploma in Finance and Accounting from the University of Liverpool, and an MBA with Distinction in Educational Leadership from the University of Northampton. He is also an NPQH-qualified school principal and a licensed British Schools Overseas (BSO/DfE) inspector, accredited through PENTA International (Levels 1, 2, and 3). Since 2007, Mohamad has served as Business Manager, Vice Principal, Principal, Executive Principal, and Director of Education, leading schools following the American, British, IB, ENC, and UAE national curricula. His leadership has consistently resulted in improved inspection outcomes, successful accreditation and re-accreditation, strengthened governance structures, and sustainable school improvement. Notably, he has led schools through ADEK and international inspection cycles, raising ratings from Acceptable to Very Good and achieving the highest classifications for online and blended learning. Currently, Currently, he is a Principal at Aldar Education Charter Schools, Seer Bani Yas Charter School, and working as an education consultant and inspector. He is a respected regional leader, conference speaker, and advocate for evidence-informed, collaborative school leadership. Alongside this role, he continues to work as a freelance education consultant and inspector, supporting schools in the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain with inspection readiness, school improvement planning, governance reviews, and leadership development. Beyond school-based leadership, Mohamad has held senior roles in higher education and government-affiliated institutions, including Abu Dhabi University and the Crown Prince Court, where he managed large-scale training, workforce development, and academic advisory initiatives. His expertise bridges education, business management, compliance, safeguarding, and organizational development, enabling him to lead schools with both pedagogical depth and operational rigor. Mohamad is a respected contributor to the regional and international education community. He has served as BSME Country Representative in Abu Dhabi, Chairman of the Al Ain Private Schools Principals Association, and a member of multiple accreditation and inspection steering committees. He is a frequent conference speaker and panellist, presenting at GESS, World Education Summit, EduTech Middle East, and other global education forums on leadership, inspection readiness, and school improvement. Known for his strategic mindset, collaborative leadership style, and commitment to excellence, Mohamad Saad believes that strong teams, clear accountability, and evidence-informed practice are the foundations of successful schools. His work continues to focus on building high-performing educational institutions that deliver sustainable outcomes for students, staff, and communities.

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