Najah Musthafa is a Social Impact Entrepreneur and Clinical Director whose work sits at the intersection of clinical practice, systems development, and community mental health. She is a recognised leader in advancing trauma-responsive care and strengthening mental health service delivery in the MENA region.
As CEO and Co-Founder of the Middle East and North Africa Trauma Alliance (MENATA), Najah is driving a regional movement to strengthen trauma-responsive systems across MENA. Through large-scale trainings, community events and cross-sector partnerships, she expands practitioner capacity, improves service quality, and increases access to evidence-informed support for diverse communities. Her leadership positions MENATA as an emerging regional anchor for trauma education, coordinated care, and community healing.
As Clinical Director at Monarch Health Centers in Dubai Healthcare City, Najah leads a transdisciplinary team and oversees integrated mental health services across the lifespan. Her expertise spans early intervention, child and adolescent mental health, adult mental health, and child protection, with a strong focus on trauma-responsive assessment and coordinated pathways. In this role, she drives clinical governance, enhances quality-of-care systems, and ensures services remain responsive to complex presentations.
Across clinical, educational, and community settings – including schools, psychiatric units, refugee services, and community centres – Najah has worked extensively with children, adolescents, and adults presenting with varied emotional, behavioural, and psychiatric needs. Her person-centred, trauma-responsive approach supports individuals and families navigating complex histories, including domestic violence, systemic adversity, and child protection concerns.
Alongside her clinical and organisational leadership, Najah co-founded a creative community space offering an accessible environment for artistic expression, connection, and emotional exploration. This initiative reflects her commitment to culturally grounded, arts-integrated approaches to healing and community engagement.
