People

I come to the field of Comparative and International Development Education (CIDE) from a background in political science and development practice. My experiences growing up in Egypt’s public schooling system and witnessing its disconnection from lived realities deeply shaped my understanding of how education can perpetuate inequities or inspire transformation. Influenced by postcolonial and decolonial theories, I am passionate about interrogating colonial legacies in knowledge production and imagining education systems that authentically connect to cultural and historical contexts.

My research focuses on the intersection of national belonging and education in the Middle East. I am particularly interested in how education systems navigate nationalist ideologies and colonial frameworks, using qualitative methods to explore these dynamics. I aim to contribute to the creation of educational systems that are not only inclusive and transformative but also rooted in the histories and identities of the communities they serve.