Gulf Education and Social Policy Review

Founding Editor/ Co-editor

Dr. Natasha Ridge

Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE She established the journal to create a dedicated platform for advancing research-informed dialogue on education and social policy across the Gulf region. In her dual role, she provides strategic editorial leadership, shapes the journal’s vision, and ensures the scholarly integrity of every issue.

ORCID: 0000-0003-3661-9043

Co-editor

Dr. Rui da Silva

Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE He shares responsibility for overseeing the editorial process, shaping the journal’s thematic priorities, and upholding its commitment to academic excellence. He works closely with authors, reviewers, and the editorial team to advance scholarship that informs and influences education and social policy in the Gulf region.

ORCID: 0000-0003-3369-1285

Editorial Assistant

Alyazyah Almarzooqi

Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE She manages the editorial workflow from submission to publication. She coordinates communications between authors, peer reviewers, and editors, ensuring that each manuscript follows GESPR’s publishing standards and ethical guidelines.