Naema Alshehhi

Leading the end-to-end delivery of national, regional, and international events, overseeing strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, project governance, budget management, and operational execution. Partnering with government entities, industry leaders, educational institutions, and international organizations to develop high-impact initiatives that support workforce development and national talent priorities. Responsible for managing complex projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, and ensuring successful delivery against strategic objectives.

As a freelance TV presenter and Emcee, I deliver engaging on-camera and on-stage experiences that inform, connect, and inspire audiences. I specialize in presenting social, cultural, and community-focused content, drawing on my background in social work and advocacy to bring depth, clarity, and meaning to every segment I lead. My work includes hosting televised segments, moderating events, and guiding live programs with confidence, professionalism, and a strong understanding of audience engagement. I aim to create impact through storytelling, bringing important topics to life and amplifying voices that deserve to be heard.

Providing professional emceeing, media presenting, and advertising services for corporate, government, and large-scale public events. Experienced in hosting high-profile events, as well as delivering engaging on-camera content and branded media campaigns. Skilled in audience engagement, live hosting, and creating impactful storytelling experiences tailored to diverse audiences.

Led the assessment, coordination, and management of complex and high-priority cases within multidisciplinary and multi-agency environments. Collaborated with government entities, legal authorities, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and community partners to develop and implement coordinated intervention strategies. Managed stakeholder engagement, risk assessments, service planning, and cross-functional coordination to ensure timely and effective outcomes in accordance with regulatory and organizational frameworks. Prepared analytical reports, recommendations, and case reviews to support informed decision-making and operational effectiveness. Developed expertise in governance, crisis management, stakeholder coordination, program implementation, and navigating complex systems requiring strategic collaboration across multiple entities.

Led the assessment, coordination, and management of complex protection and welfare cases within a multidisciplinary, multi-agency environment. Collaborated with government entities, healthcare providers, legal authorities, educational institutions, and community partners to develop and implement integrated intervention plans. Managed high-priority cases requiring strategic decision-making, stakeholder engagement, risk assessment, and cross-functional coordination while ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory frameworks. Produced executive reports, case analyses, and recommendations to support informed decision-making and service delivery outcomes. Developed strong expertise in governance, interagency collaboration, crisis management, and stakeholder coordination within a high-pressure operational environment.

Provided emotional and psychological support to healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Applied crisis communication skills and referred high-risk cases to specialized professionals while ensuring confidentiality and care quality.

Completed a legal internship within the Family Prosecution and Human Rights Departments. Supported content review, simplified legal texts for broader audiences, and contributed to research related to human rights protections.

An intensive program designed to enhance professional capacity in case management practice. The course emphasizes trauma-informed practice, ethical decision-making, multi-agency coordination, and critical thinking within complex intervention systems. It includes a capstone project and professional supervision aligned with international standards in social work.

A professional certificate program exploring the psychology of well-being in the workplace. Topics included empathy, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, resilience to stress, and organizational strategies for fostering happier, more productive teams. Consisted of a 3-course series taught by leading scholars in positive psychology.

Completed a crash course in Behavioral Science in Practice with Warwick Business School, gaining practical insight into how behavioral science informs decision-making, policy design, and organizational behavior. The course focused on applying behavioral principles to real-world contexts, bridging theory with practice.

A specialized program developed in collaboration with the Department of Community Development (DCD). The diploma focused on core principles of social work, ethical service delivery, and policy interpretation, preparing graduates to provide competent and culturally sensitive support across social care sectors.

Participated in the sixth cohort of the Judicial Police Program for Child Protection Specialists, conducted in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department and the Early Childhood Authority. Focused on legal frameworks, forensic interviewing, and protective interventions for child welfare cases.

A course focused on the protection of children during conflict, displacement, and emergencies. Topics included child safeguarding in humanitarian crises, psychosocial response strategies, and coordination of multi-agency interventions in unstable environments.

A global course on child protection systems, legal obligations, and children’s rights frameworks. Covered the practical application of international child protection standards and explored cross-cultural case studies on abuse prevention, intervention, and advocacy.

Completed a comprehensive undergraduate program focused on the psychological, developmental, and social needs of individuals and families. Key coursework included Cognitive Psychology, Child and Adolescent Development, Health Psychology, Psychological Disorders, and Interventions with Children. Developed a strong foundation in assessment, communication, and culturally responsive care.