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Opening up a world of education

Children love to learn. If they are denied access to knowledge, we also deny them the opportunity to change their lives for the better.

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Ihab Galal

Finance - Director

Ihab Galal, Director, FinanceIhab Galal, a distinguished finance professional with over 30 years of experience, has a proven track record in the non-profit and educational sectors. His expertise encompasses budgetary analysis, auditing, and financial management. Ihab's career has spanned significant roles in Qatar, enriching his experience and expertise in strategic finance management, budgeting, and reporting.

Currently, Ihab manages the finance directorate at the Education Above All Foundation (EAA), a position he has held since the organization's inception. Before this, he served as a finance manager at the Qatar Foundation for Education, where he honed his skills in financial oversight and strategic planning. Ihab earned a Master of Science in Islamic Finance from Hamad Bin Khalifa University and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from Cairo University. He holds CPA certifications in the USA and Australia, affirming his extensive proficiency in global financial regulations and practices.

Impact

"Humanity will not overcome the immense challenges we face unless we ensure that children get the quality education that equips them to play their part in the modern world." -- HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser

Surpassing

19 million

beneficiaries across all programmes of Education Above All Foundation

10,687

Scholarships

90%

retention rate

2.6 million+

Skills training provided to teachers, school staff, and community members

1 million+

Youth Empowered