The QF Generation | Educators and Researchers
Raja’a Shalabi
30 Years of Leaving No Child Behind: An Educator’s Story
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In 1996, she arrived to find a single villa and three staff members. No materials, no curriculum — just overlooked children full of potential. From a single classroom to a movement, Raja’a Shalabi has been at the forefront of Qatar Foundation’s inclusive education. Her work has reshaped mindsets, empowered families, and opened doors for children to thrive – regardless of their challenges.
When Raja’a Shalabi arrived in Qatar from Jordan in 1996 as a 24-year-old, there was no roadmap for inclusive education in the country. Instead, there was a small villa, three staff members – and a shared belief that children with learning difficulties deserved more than the world was giving them.
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