The international forum is overseen by a comprehensive organizational structure composed of specialized committees, designed to ensure proper planning, effective implementation, and the highest levels of quality and excellence. These committees were established by an official decision of the Arabian Gulf University in partnership with the UNESCO Regional Center for Quality & Excellence in Education.
His Excellency
Dr. Saad Bin Saud Al Fahaid
President of the Arabian Gulf University
His Excellency
Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Mudairis
Director General of the UNESCO RCQE
Scientific Committee:
- Define the forum’s scientific themes.
- Review submitted papers to ensure quality and relevance.
- Draft final recommendations and prepare the Manama 2025 Declaration.
- Supervise scientific workshops.
Organizing Committee:
- Develop the overall implementation plan.
- Coordinate the opening and closing ceremonies.
- Manage the protocol for official guests (ministers, speakers, experts).
- Oversee registration, reception, and hospitality.
- Lead public relations, media, and marketing efforts.
Technical Committee:
- Oversee the forum’s website and content updates.
- Provide technical infrastructure (AV systems, simultaneous interpretation, live streaming).
- Ensure technical support for speakers and participants.
- Manage digital documentation (photos, videos, e-library).
Quality Assurance Committee:
- Evaluate all stages of preparation and implementation.
- Monitor compliance with academic and administrative quality standards.
- Prepare periodic reports highlighting strengths and areas for improvement.
- Issue a final report on the forum’s level of achievement.
Higher
Supervisory
Committee
Prof. Rima Abdulrazzaq
Prof. Amgad El-Baz
Dr. Fatima Roaiss
Ms. Haifa Bin Khamis
Scientific Committee
Prof. Waheeb AlNasser
Vice Chairperson
Arabian Gulf University
Dr. Abdulrahman Ismaeel
Member
Arabian Gulf University
Dr. Ibrahim Alhussein
Member
UNESCO | RCQE
Dr. Chokri Barhoumi
Member
UNESCO | RCQE
Dr. Najoua Fezzaa Ghriss
Member
UNESCO | RCQE
Dr. Noureddine Ben Khalaf
Member
Arabian Gulf University
Dr. Khaled Aljasem
Member
Arabian Gulf University
Dr. Khaldoon Al-Roomi
Member
Arabian Gulf University
Dr. Amani Owaidah
Member
Arabian Gulf University
Prof. Odeh Al-Jayyousi
Member
Arabian Gulf University
Dr. Ahmed Alabbasi
Member
Arabian Gulf University
Dr. Chokri Barhoumi
Affiliation: UNESCO | RCQE
Position: Knowledge Management Specialist
Country: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Dr. Chokri Barhoumi is an Associate Professor specializing in Knowledge Management. He earned his PhD in E-Learning and Knowledge Management from Macerata University, Italy (2011). With over 14 years of academic experience, he served as an Associate Professor at Taibah University in Al Madinah Al Munawwara, Saudi Arabia (2011–2024). Currently, he is a Knowledge Management Specialist at UNESCO | RCQE (since August 2025). His research interests include data analysis, knowledge management systems (KMS), information and data management, instructional design theories and models, information systems design, IT project management methods, and research methodologies—covering qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods, systematic literature reviews, meta-analysis, SEM, PLS-SEM, bibliometric analysis, and environmental scanning.
Dr. Amani Owaidah
Affiliation: UNESCO | RCQE
Position: Head of Princess Al Jawhara Center
Country: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Dr. Amani Yousef Owaidah is the Director of the Princess Aljawhara Al-Ibrahim Center of Molecular Medicine, Genetics, and Genetic Disorders at the Arabian Gulf University in Bahrain, where she leads initiatives in molecular medicine, genetics, and regenerative medicine. She holds a PhD in Cellular and Molecular Medicine and an MSc in Transfusion and Transplantation Sciences from the University of Bristol, and a Higher Diploma in Medical Education from the University of Dundee.
Previously, Dr. Owaidah held leadership roles at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, including Vice Dean of Scientific Research and Innovation and Vice Dean of Development and Community Partnerships. Her work centers on advancing research excellence, academic quality, and innovation in health sciences education across Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the Arab region.
Dr. Najoua Fezzaa Ghriss
Affiliation: UNESCO | RCQE
Position: Director of Programs and Projects Department
Country: Tunisia
PhD in Educational Sciences from the University of Tunis & Université de Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium. Currently Director of Programs and Projects at the UNESCO Regional Center for Quality and Excellence in Education (RCQE-UNESCO). Formerly a university teacher at the Higher Institute of Education, University of Tunis.
Co- author of the Arab Knowledge Reports, Lead Author of the Arab Knowledge Index Reports and a core team member of the Global Knowledge Index (since 2017 till now) developed by UNDP and Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation. Scientific Committee member of the Arab Model for Quality and Excellence in Education, developed by the UNESCO-RCQE.
She has collaborated as an educational consultant and trainer with UNESCO, UNDP, ALECSO, France Education International, the Arab Council for Childhood and Development, DVV International…Her expertise focuses on sustainable development, evaluation and assessment, quality of education, comparative studies, educational indicators development.
Dr. Ibrahim Abdulkareem Alhussein
Affiliation: UNESCO | RCQE
Position: Director of Educational Excellence Department
Country: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Ph.D. in Early Childhood Education, university professor, researcher, and regional expert in education quality. He has served as a consultant for UNICEF on the Child-Friendly Schools Project and is a certified evaluator in education quality management systems. He has published numerous scientific research papers and books in the field of education quality (his latest book: Quality of Education in Early Childhood Education: Theory and Practice). He is also a certified assessor with the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM).
His research interests focus on education quality and excellence, green education and sustainability, creativity and innovation in education, and, in particular, the quality of early childhood care and education. He is currently leading several regional research projects, including: Standards of Education Quality in Times of Crisis and Emergencies and the Regional Network of Green Schools Project.
Dr. Noureddine Ben Khalaf
Affiliation: Arabian Gulf University
Position: Associate Professor, Molecular Medicine Department
Country: Kingdom of Bahrain
Prof. Waheeb AlNasser
Affiliation: Arabian Gulf University
Position: Professor, Center of Environmental and Biological Studies
Country: Kingdom of Bahrain
Dr. Khaled Aljasem
Affiliation: Arabian Gulf University
Position: Head, The Council Secretariat Department
Country: Kingdom of Bahrain
Dr. Khaldoon Al-Roomi
Affiliation: Arabian Gulf University
Position: Associate Professor in Family and Community Medicine
Country: Kingdom of Bahrain
Dr. Khaldoon Al-Roomi is a specialist Family Physician and Associate Professor in Family and Community Medicine at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Arabian Gulf University, Kingdom of Bahrain. He previously served as the Dean of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences.
Dr. Al-Roomi earned his MD (Excellent Grade) from the College of Medicine and Allied Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He holds an MSc from the University of Dundee, United Kingdom, and a PhD from the University of Newcastle, Australia.
He has authored approximately 60 papers published in peer-reviewed journals. His research interests include the epidemiology of non-communicable diseases, evidence-based medicine, randomized clinical trials, applications of artificial intelligence in health professions education and training, and medical education.
Dr. Abdulrahman Ismaeel
Affiliation: Arabian Gulf University
Position: Vice President for Administrative Affairs
Country: Kingdom of Bahrain
Current Positions
- Vice President for Institutional Support Services
- Associate Professor, Department of Microbiology, Immunology & Infectious Disease, College of Medicine and Health Sciences
Education
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Ph.D. in Medical Parasitology (1990–1994)
College of Tropical Medicine, University of Liverpool, UK -
M.Sc. in Public Health (1985–1987)
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, U.S.A. -
B.Sc. in Biology and Education (1978–1982)
King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
Prof. Odeh Al-Jayyousi
Affiliation: Arabian Gulf University
Position: Professor – Head of Innovation and Technology Management
Country: Kingdom of Bahrain
Dr. Ahmed Alabbasi
Affiliation: Arabian Gulf University
Position: Head of Special Education Department
Country: Kingdom of Bahrain
Public Relations and Services Committee
Mr. Abdulla Qetami
Mrs. Dana Ahmed
Ms. Amani Abdulla
Mr. Abdulrahman Al Resais
Mr. Bader Al Doseri
Mr. Mohammed Rashid
Mr. Mohammed El-Senoussi
Registration committee
Mrs. Ameena Basheer
Ms. Fatima Alraji
Mrs. Hessa Almajed
Mrs. Zaina Hassani
Mr. Ahmed Haji Taqawi
Ms. Ahood Alswuid
Media and Marketing Committee
Dr. Sumaya Yusuf
Mr. Hussain Al-Oraibi
Mrs. Fatima Al-Hajari
Mrs. Aysha Janahi
Mrs. Fatima Nasser
Mr. Mohammed El-Senoussi
Sponsorship Committee
Prof. Adel Alalawi
Mr. Ali Al Bader
Mrs. Jannat Abbas
Mrs. Samia Hasseb
Qualtiy Assurance Committee
Mr. Mohammed Alabbad
Mr. Khabab Elhag
Mrs. Fatima Aljmassi
