THE ANNUAL ARAB CHILD SUMMIT

Helena Abdelsayed

Alif Ya Early Childhood Centers

Head of Operations and Academics

Helena Abdelsayed began her career in early childhood education 15 years ago with a passion for nurturing young learners and helping them flourish in their formative years. Her professional journey has been guided by a deep belief that education is not only about academic development, but also about fostering identity, confidence, and belonging. She is especially dedicated to supporting children in connecting with their roots by strengthening their sense of cultural identity and pride. For Helena, language plays a vital role in this process, which is why she places strong emphasis on the Arabic language as a bridge between children and their heritage. By creating environments where children feel valued, respected, and understood, she strives to cultivate curiosity, creativity, and self-assurance. Her goal is to empower each child to grow into a confident individual who embraces both their individuality and their cultural identity with pride.