Dr. Manal Adam is an award-winning public health leader and the visionary Founder and CEO of Bright Future Development Organization (BFDO), a nonprofit dedicated to eradicating poverty through education, youth empowerment, and women’s leadership. Operating across London, Dubai, and Hargesia, Manal’s work is deeply aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly focusing on No Poverty, Good Health and Wellbeing, Quality Education, Gender Equality, and Decent Work and Economic Growth.
Currently completing her PhD in Public Health from the USA and holding a Master’s degree from the UK, Manal combines rigorous academic expertise with hands-on community and international impact. Her experience spans Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, where she has consistently driven innovative, community-based health solutions transforming lives. Her professional journey includes strategic roles with global organizations such as WHO, UNICEF, Save the Children, and the Ministry of Health in Somaliland, building programs that have reached hundreds of thousands of beneficiaries.
Manal’s leadership at BFDO is characterized by her commitment to bridging grassroots initiatives in Somaliland with expansive global partnerships. Her organization harnesses a global volunteer network to empower young people in Somaliland, focusing on personal growth and community development. BFDO’s work includes pioneering lifelong education and training programs dedicated to women and girls’ empowerment in education, sports, and economic opportunities, fostering sustainable change from the ground up.
Looking ahead, Manal is preparing to launch visionary initiatives including the Bright Future Center for Strategic Studies and Research and the Bright Future Global Leadership Academy. These platforms are designed to nurture the next generation of innovators and public health leaders, reinforcing her commitment to creating lasting impact through education, research, and leadership development.
Dr. Adam is a respected speaker and advocate on global health, climate change, digital innovation, and equity. She actively engages in international forums to inspire leadership and forge partnerships aimed at creating healthier, more equitable communities worldwide.
The Arab Leaders proudly celebrate Dr. Manal Adam for her remarkable and multifaceted contributions to public health, youth and women’s empowerment, and sustainable development. Her unwavering dedication and visionary leadership continue to inspire transformative change that bridges local realities with global aspirations, paving the way for a brighter, healthier future across continents.
