Marwa El Hefny

Arabic Project Administrator for Young Voices of Arabia at Emirates Literature Foundation

Speaker

Marwa is a multilingual and linguistic strategist with eight years of regional experience specialising in supporting struggling students to improve their language skills. A graduate of the Faculty of Italian Linguistics, Marwa’s unique academic and professional journey spans across Arabic, English, and Italian, giving her a profound, global perspective on language acquisition. As a polyglot who has spent nearly a decade navigating regional educational systems, Marwa champions a foundational truth: to truly master foreign languages, students must first understand and master their native Arabic. In this workshop, Marwa will highlight the vital importance of teaching children their mother tongue, sharing proven methods to enhance their comprehension, usage, and deep connection to the Arabic language.