Afzal Mohammed

ICT Director at New Indian Model School, Dubai

Speaker

Mohammed is a visionary EdTech leader with over 22 years of experience bridging the gap between robust IT infrastructure and transformative school management. Currently serving as the ICT Director for the New Indian Model School's Group, Afzal oversees the digital strategy and technological ecosystem across multiple campuses. Having navigated the evolution from traditional IT to the current AI revolution, he brings a pragmatic, ground-level perspective on the operational realities of implementing tech in K12 environments. Rather than chasing trends, Afzal focuses on sustainable, policy-driven integration that aligns technology with pedagogical goals and safeguarding standards. A passionate advocate for ethical tech adoption, his session draws on his deep expertise in IT governance and school operations to address the urgent need for structured AI frameworks that empower educators and protect students in the digital age.