Dr. Samia Kazi

Dr. Samia Kazi is a trailblazing social entrepreneur, researcher, investor, and child advocate with an extraordinary commitment to transforming early childhood education. As the co-founder of Global Childhood Academy (GCA) and Arabian Child Corporation, Dr. Kazi has dedicated her life to creating innovative educational solutions and fostering positive change in the Middle East and beyond.

With a unique blend of expertise in both technology and education, Samia began her career as a computer programmer before pursuing her passion for childhood education. She holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a master's degree in education leadership, and a doctorate in early childhood education leadership and policy. Her interest in innovation, AI, and blockchain has allowed her to approach education with a fresh perspective and cutting-edge ideas.

Recognized for her exceptional contributions to the field, Dr. Kazi was named one of the top women reshaping early childhood education in the Middle East by The Huffington Post. She has served as a challenge leader for the MIT Solve challenge for the Care Economy and has been part of the StartEd Accelerator program. As an Innovation Strategist for Childhood Education International, Samia continues to drive the conversation around education and its future.

With 14 published research papers and two E-books under her belt, Dr. Kazi is a thought leader in her field, sharing her knowledge and experience with a global audience. A proud mother of four, she understands the importance of creating a lasting impact on children and families.

As a member of the Hundred network, Samia is driven to learn, support, share, and scale initiatives that will bring about meaningful change in education. Drawing from her diverse experience across private, non-profit, government, and public sectors, she is dedicated to helping organizations strike a balance between financial success and long-term social impact.

Join Dr. Samia Kazi on her inspiring journey to reshape early childhood education and create a brighter future for the next generation.