Most Empowering Women CEO Leaders Revolutionizing Care & Education to Watch in 2026
In a world where autism diagnoses are rising and systems remain overstretched, families often find themselves navigating complex care pathways with limited guidance and inconsistent support. In this edition, Most Empowering Women CEO Leaders Revolutionizing Care and Education to Watch in 2026, we are proud to feature Faria Arsh, CEO and Founder of Autism Foundation C.I.C., a leader transforming personal struggle into systemic impact.
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Faria Arsh
CEO & Founder, Autism Foundation C.I.C.
In the landscape of autism care and education, where systemic gaps often leave families stranded and vulnerable individuals underserved, one woman has emerged as a transformative force by refusing to accept the status quo. Faria Arsh stands at the intersection of profound personal experience and exceptional professional expertise, channeling the challenges of raising a daughter with severe autism into a movement that is reshaping how society supports its most vulnerable members.
Dr. Asma Khalfan Al Aufi
Lecturer at Sultan Qaboos University | Managing Director, Moon Group LLC
In an era where education and enterprise often operate in separate silos, Dr. Asma Khalfan Al Aufi stands as a remarkable exception. Her dual identity as a university lecturer and managing director of an established Omani enterprise represents more than just professional versatility. It embodies a philosophy that academic rigor and business acumen are not opposing forces but complementary dimensions of transformative leadership.
Rania Abdelfattah Obeid
STEM Director, Educational Consultant & Research Scholar
In a world where education systems struggle to keep pace with technological advancement and societal needs, Rania Abdelfattah Obeid stands as a beacon of transformative change. Her journey from a curious educator to a globally recognized STEM advocate represents more than professional growth; it embodies a mission to revolutionize how we prepare students for a future that demands both technical proficiency and purposeful innovation.
