Hiba Alm Aldeen

• Supported the implementation of school-based mental health and anti-bullying initiatives across public and private schools in the UAE.
• Delivered training sessions for educators, school counsellors, and social workers on Anti-Bullying, Psychological First Aid (PFA), safeguarding, and student wellbeing.
• Provided guidance to school professionals on promoting safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for students.
• Coordinated and facilitated Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions across Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates.
• Developed culturally responsive training materials, handouts, and pre/post-assessment tools tailored to school settings.
• Strengthened school professionals’ capacity to identify and respond to students’ emotional, behavioural, and safeguarding concerns.
• Prepared evaluation reports and contributed to awareness materials related to child mental health, wellbeing, and early childhood development.
• Provided psychosocial support and consultation within school settings in collaboration with teachers, school counsellors, and parents to support students’ emotional and behavioural needs.

• Provided psychological support and counselling for children experiencing emotional, behavioural, and social challenges.
• Conducted psychosocial assessments and developed individualized case management plans for children at risk.
• Coordinated referrals to specialized mental health, protection, and support services in collaboration with relevant professionals.
• Designed and implemented age-appropriate psychosocial support activities to strengthen children’s emotional wellbeing and resilience.
• Supported children with special needs through tailored interventions and coordinated support services.
• Delivered awareness sessions and training programs on child protection, psychosocial wellbeing, communication, and emotional support for children, caregivers, adolescents, and volunteers.
• Coordinated with caregivers and child protection volunteers to ensure effective follow-up and access to appropriate support services, including home visits when required.
• Facilitated child-focused group meetings to identify risks, listen to concerns, and strengthen access to protection and psychosocial support services.