Areas of Expertise
Women & Gender, Disability, Socioeconomic, equity
Education
- 2008-2009: Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PCAP) York St John University – UK.
- 2002- 2007: PhD in Social Work, University of Warwick, UK.
- 2001- 2002: MA in Social Work, University of Nottingham, UK.
- 1997- 2000: BA in Social Work, University of Bahrain.
- 1994- 1997: Diploma in Social Work, University of Bahrain
Biography
1994-2007: completed her studies in social sciences, Ph.D. from University of Warwick, MA from University of Nottingham, and a BA from University of Bahrain.
2001 - Present: Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Sciences at the University of Bahrain.
2010-2022: worked in Supreme Council of Women first in 2010 as a Director of the Ombudsmen Center and was soon appointed as Acting Director General of Policy and Development and Director of the Department of the National Strategy for the Advancement of Bahraini Women in 2011. In 2015, with her resumption of academic work, she continued her work in the SCW as a consultant until 2022.
Specialized and concentrates mainly on equity and the rights of women and people with disabilities.
Co-founder of Inspiration Economy concept, Journals, projects & institutions globally.
Has a number of scientific contributions, published more than 50 papers, books and book reviews. In addition to approximately 20 published studies on Covid-19.
Has a number of scientific contributions, with more than 50 papers, book reviews, and books published. In addition to around 20 publications regard COVID-19. She is also Editorial Board of several international scientific journals. In addition of being an active member of several NGOs & Chairperson of Inspiration Economy Society in Bahrain. She has also contributed to the preparation and implementation of a number of national strategies, and the preparation and discussion of international reports
Achievements
- 2020: Charter of Gold, Honored by His Majesty the King for Distinguished Citizens, in the National Action Charter ceremony on the occasion of the 20th anniversary, Bahrain.
- 2019: Best Oral Presentation Award, 8th - 9th December 2019, 9th International Science Congress (ISC-2019), in collaboration with Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, Chhattisgarh, India.
- 2019: CPS Peace Ambassador, to promote United nations Sustainable development Goal 2030 as volunteer worldwide, Centre for peace studies – Sri Lanka.
- 2019: Outstanding Woman in Humanities and Social Sciences' Award, Venus International Foundation, India.
- 2014: Honored to work within excellence pioneers and influential figures in the transfer and dissemination of a culture of excellence in Bahrain, Bahrain Center for excellence
- 2009-2008 Certificate from H.H. the Prime Minister Sheikh Khalifa Bin Salman AL-Khalifa at the celebration of Education Day for earning PhD degree.
- 2006: Award of best poster for University of Warwick & shortlisted to UK competition.
- 2003- 2002 Honored a certificate by H.H. the Prime Minister Sheikh Khalifa Bin Salman AL-Khalifa at the celebration of the education day for earning MA degree.
- 2001- 2000 Honored a certificate by H.H. the Prime Minister Sh. Khalifa Bin Salman AL-Khalifa at the celebration of the education day for earning BA with distinction.
- 1997 Ibn Khaldoun special prize by H.H. the Prime Minister Sh. Khalifa Bin Salman AL-Khalifa for the great outstanding academic achievement and research in undergraduate study.
Affiliations
Editorial Board Member of International Scientific Journals:
- 2023: Academic Journal of Health Sciences & Research (AJHSR)
https://irispublishers.com/ajhsr/
- 2017 International Journal of Inspiration, Resilience & Youth Economy (co-Founder) - USA, http://www.naturalspublishing.com/show.asp?JorID=56&pgid=0
- 2017 International Journal of Inspiration & Resilience Economy (co-Founder) – USA, http://www.sapub.org/journal/aimsandscope.aspx?journalid=1145
- 2013 Journal of Inspiration Economy (JIE)- University of Bahrain, http://journals.uob.edu.bh/JIE/about
- 2015 Nova Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (NJHS)- Canada, http://nova-jhss.com/index.php/jhss/about/editorialTeam
Member of International Scientific Committees:
- 2023: Fellow in the International Society for Development and Sustainability (ISDS), Japan
- 2019: Fellow Contributor, International Science Community Association, India
- 2010: Fellow in Higher Education Academy, UK
- 2008- 2018: Associate Fellow, School of Health & Social Studies, University of Warwick, UK
Community Service Activity
- 2020 – to present: member of U.S. International Council on Disabilities, USA.
- 2017 – to present: Founder & President of Inspiration Economy Society, Bahrain.
- 2016 – to present: Founder & Board member of Inspiration Economy Society, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- 2005 – to present : member & (2009- 2017): Board member in Gulf Disability Society (4 terms)
- 2013- 2018: Board member in the Bahrain Union of Disability
- 2004 - to present: Member - Board member and Head of Women & Children committee in the Bahrain Association for Parents and Friends of Disabled (2 terms since 2008).
- 2009: Member of Executive Cooperation Committee between the Supreme Council for Women and associations and women's committees
- 2000– to present: Member in the Friendship Society of the Blind.
- 2000: Member in the Bahrain Reproductive Health and Family Planning Association.
- 1984 -2005: Bahrain Girls Guide and Scout.
Grants & Contracts Awarded
- Freedom House
- Arab Women Organization
- Ministry of Social Development
Publications & Presentations
- Ahmed, D. (2024) Re-Designing Social Worker Role During World Inflation Spillovers, Journal of Ecohumanism, 3 (4), 2646 – 2658. (SCOPUS) https://doi.org/10.62754/joe.v3i4.3785
- Buheji, M. and Ahmed, D.; (2024) How Pro-Gaza Protests Are Raising Questions About The Values In Universities Ranking?, International Journal of Management (IJM) 15 (4), 15–25, https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12747513
- Buheji, M. and Ahmed, D.; (2024) Insights From Testing Empathy Levels Towards Gaza–A Profound Scale, International Journal of Management (IJM) 15 (2), 27-48. https://iaeme.com/Home/article_id/IJM_15_02_002
- Buheji, M. E Mushimiyimana, and Ahmed, D.; (2024) Empathic Engagement with Gaza: Dynamics, Impact, and Prospects, International Journal of Management (IJM) 15 (1), 132-156. https://iaeme.com/Home/article_id/IJM_15_01_009
- Buheji, M. and Ahmed, D.; (2023) Keeping the Boycott Momentum- from ‘War on Gaza’ till ‘Free-Palestine’, International Journal of Management (IJM), 14 (7), Nov-Dec 2023, pp. 205-229, https://iaeme.com/Home/issue/IJM?Volume=14&Issue=7
- Buheji, M. and Ahmed, D.; (2022) Overcoming Bathing Challenges for Elderly Parents - A Close Carer Approaches, International Journal of Management (IJM), 13(2), , pp. 1-10. (SCOPUS) https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/6ED9K
- Buheji, M. ; AlDerazi, A.; Ahmed, D.; Bragazzi, N.; Jahrani, H.; Hamadeh, R.; Bahmmam, A. (2022) ‘The Association Between the Initial Outcomes of COVID-19 and the Human Development Index: An Ecological Study’. Human Systems Management, 41 (2), 303-313. (SCOPUS) 10.3233/HSM-210005
- Buheji, M. and Ahmed, D. (2021) Optimising Constraints Of ‘Cave Syndrome’ Fear Of Coming Back To Normality, International Journal of Management (IJM), 12(9), pp. 84-92. (SCOPUS) https://doi.org/10.34218/IJM.12.9.2021.007
- Buheji, M. and Ahmed, D. (2021) Notes from Living as a Close Carer with an Elderly Parent - Case Study and Observations, International Journal of Management (IJM), 12(6), pp. 131-143. (SCOPUS)
https://iaeme.com/Home/article_id/IJM_12_06_012
- Buheji, M. ; Ahmed, D. ; Almuttawa, W ; Kuforiji, A.; Fajana, S.; Mavric, B. and Beka, G (2021) Depth of Global Poverty and the Economy of Lockdown, International Journal of Management (IJM), 12 (1), pp. 460-474. (SCOPUS)
http://iaeme.com/MasterAdmin/Journal_uploads/IJM/VOLUME_12_ISSUE_1/IJM_12_01_041.pdf
- Ahmed, D. (2021) Importance of Social Workers in Multidisciplinary Frontline Environment during Pandemics, Issues in Social Science, 9 (1), 1-14. https://doi.org/10.5296/iss.v9i1.18035
- Buheji, M. and Ahmed, D. (2020) Optimising Empathy in Dealing with Complex Problems During Challenging Times- The Case of Mariam & Empathetic Parenting, International Journal of Management, 11 (11), pp 107-116. (SCOPUS)
https://www.iaeme.com/MasterAdmin/uploadfolder/IJM_11_11_011/IJM_11_11_011.pdf
- Coutts, E.; Buheji, M.; Ahmed, D. Abdulkareem, T.; Buheji, A.; Buheji, B.; Eidan, S.; and Perepelkinf, S. (2020) Emergency Remote Education in Bahrain, Iraq, and Russia During the COVID-19 pandemic: A comparative case study, Human Systems Management, 30 (4), 473-493. (SCOPUS) DOI: 10.3233/HSM-201097
- Buheji, M. and Ahmed, D. (2020) Retaining a Concrete (Middle Class) in Post COVID-19 Era, American Journal of Economics, 10(6): 425-432. DOI: 10.5923/j.economics.20201006.12
- Ahmed, D.; Buheji, M. and Albakri, N. (2020) Social Impact of IVF (After COVID-19 Pandemic and New Normal), Issues in Social Science, 8 (2), 1-16. https://doi.org/10.5296/iss.v8i2.17763
- Ahmed, D.; Buheji, M. and Almuttawa, W (2020) The ‘Silver-Lining’ of Youth Future in the New Normal (Describing a New Generation), Human Systems Management, 30 (4) , 495-510. (SCOPUS). DOI: 10.3233/HSM-201043
- Ahmed, D.; Buheji, M. and Fardan, S (2020) Re-Emphasising the Future Family Role in ‘Care Economy’ as a Result of Covid-19 Pandemic Spillovers, American Journal of Economics, 10 (6) 332-338, DOI: 10.5923/j.economics.20201006.03, http"
