FIRST EDITION · DUBAI · 26 SEPTEMBER 2026
The Future Child
Black Book
An intellectual experience exploring the forces shaping the future of childhood.
THE FIRST EDITION
Where the Conversation Began
On 26 September 2026, a curated gathering of clinicians, thinkers and innovators came together in Dubai to explore the questions shaping the future of children.
The conversations moved beyond conventional presentations, bringing science, emerging technology, education, society and human responsibility into the same room.
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VOICES · FIRST EDITION · DUBAI 2026
Voices of the First Edition
Different disciplines. Distinct perspectives. One shared question: what future are we creating for children?
Prof. Christopher Stewart
Global Pioneer • Microbiome-based Approaches • Newcastle University, UK
Prof. Fowzan Alkuraya
CMGO, Lifera Omics and Professor of Human Genetics, Alfaisal University
Dr. Huda AlDhanhani
Pediatric Infectious disease Chief • UAEU • SEHA - SKMC - FRCPI
Prof. Jodi Mindell
Expert in behavioral treatment of children sleep disorders
Prof. Gregory Makoul
Expert in physician-patient communication and shared decision making - Founder of "PatientWisdom".
Dr. Alison Burrows
Expert in teens’ digital lives and wellbeing
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FIRST EDITION · DUBAI 2026
Inside the First Edition
The people. The encounters. The moments between the conversations.
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LEGACY HONOURS · FIRST EDITION · DUBAI 2026
Legacy Honours
Honouring those whose contributions continue to shape the future of child health.
Dr. Entesar Al Hammadi
The Distinguished Leadership in Pediatrics Award 2026
Professor Walid Abuhammour
The Pioneer in Infectious Diseases Award 2026
Dr. Khaled Elatawy
The Pioneer in Neonatal Medicine Award 2026
Dr. Fatma Aljassim
The Excellence in Pediatric Education Award 2026
Dr. Sohrab Najaf Tomaraei
The Pediatric Community Building Award 2026
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Dr. Entesar Al Hammadi
The Distinguished Leadership in Pediatrics Award 2026
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Dr. Khaled Elatawy
The Pioneer in Neonatal Medicine Award 2026
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Professor Walid Abuhammour
The Pioneer in Infectious Diseases Award 2026
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Dr. Fatma Aljassim
The Excellence in Pediatric Education Award 2026
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Dr. Sohrab Najaf Tomaraei
The Pediatric Community Building Award 2026
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BEYOND INFORMATION. TOWARDS JUDGEMENT.
The Black Book was created to explore what happens between knowledge and action — where evidence meets experience, science meets uncertainty and technology meets humanity.
Evidence + Experience
Science + Judgement
Technology + Humanity
Knowledge + Curiosity
THE BLACK BOOK MASTERCLASSES
Three Days. Three Experiences.
Dubai · 9–11 April 2027
The Black Book continues.
Three days exploring knowledge, practice and the human experience of raising the future child.
9 April — WISDOM DAY
Advance your career. Expand your influence.
Four masterclasses designed to take your professional journey further — from postgraduate examination success and scientific publishing to building your influence as a doctor and mastering the opportunities of artificial intelligence.
10 April — HANDS-ON DAY
From knowing to doing.
Practical training in essential clinical skills, procedures, mechanical ventilation and ECG interpretation — alongside an intensive boot camp to prepare for the challenges and opportunities of medical residency in the UAE.
11 April — PARENTING DAY
Where science meets real life.
Four masterclasses exploring the challenges of modern parenting — from supporting children with additional needs and managing emergencies to food, body image and raising children in an increasingly digital world.
More will be revealed soon.