Dr. Lemya Alhmoudi is an Assistant Professor and Chair
of the Department of Special and Gifted Education at
United Arab Emirates University. She earned her PhD in
Early Childhood Special Education from the University
of Oregon. Her professional experience includes
teaching, research, behavioral therapy, early
intervention, home visits, and parent coaching. Her
research focuses on supporting families of children with
disabilities, assessing young children’s language
development in Gulf countries, and strengthening
interdisciplinary collaboration. Through her leadership,
teaching, and research, Dr. Alhmoudi works to improve
inclusive educational practices and create meaningful
opportunities for young children with disabilities and
their families.