A thought leader with over 27 years of
experience in the education sector, Dr. Aishah Al
Yammahi has been recognized among the 51
Emirati Women Achievers for her contributions
to innovation in the UAE and for paving the way
for future generations of inspiring women. Dr. Al
Yammahi currently serves as the Board Advisor
for Alef Education, a leading EdTech company in
the UAE. Dr. Al Yammahi earned her doctorate in
philosophy of education following in-depth
research culminating in a published paper titled
“Investigating the Impact of AI-Powered Digital
Educational Platforms on Students’ Learning and Teachers’ Practice in Abu Dhabi Schools.”
Dr. Al Yammahi has held many roles in education in the public and private sectors, including the
UAE Ministry of Education, where she oversaw the rollout of the Alef Education learning
platform across public schools in Abu Dhabi. Dr. Al Yammahi also worked as the Director of the
UAE National Commission for Education, Culture and Science at UNESCO, where she was
exposed to many worldwide education systems. As part of the social role that Dr. Al Yammahi
deems a responsibility, she launched a successful social media campaign to cover topics related
to education, AI and technology, and leadership. Her insightful contributions have been widely
acknowledged, and she continues to be a leading voice in the field