About ABA 4 Change
We build the skills and systems that make change practical and sustainable
ABA 4 Change is an Arab-region platform for education, professional development and consulting in behavioral science, mental health and inclusive education. We work with practitioners, organizations and families to turn evidence-based knowledge into clear practice that can be implemented, measured and improved.
From learning to practice, and from individual support to lasting organizational systems.
Our principles
Four principles that shape how we work
Evidence-based
Decisions and practices grounded in science and data.
Relevant to the Arab context
Practical tools that respect language, culture and local realities.
An integrated development system
Learning, practice, supervision, evaluation and continuous improvement.
Ethical and transparent
Clarity about scope, accreditation and the limits of practice.
Our Core Activities
Three core pathways, connected by a professional platform that extends their impact
We link learning to practice, consulting to capacity building, and support to follow-up. Our events then bring expertise, ideas and professional networks together to extend the reach of all three.
01 · Academy
Education and professional development
Programs and professional pathways in behavior analysis and the psychological and educational sciences, combining knowledge, hands-on practice, supervision, assessment and continuing education.
02 · Organizations
Solutions for schools and organizations
Needs assessments, inclusion and support systems, team capacity building, and practical guidelines, referral pathways and follow-up designed around each organization’s resources and context.
03 · Individuals & families
Understanding needs and choosing the next step
Consultations that help families and individuals understand needs, set priorities and choose realistic next steps, with respect for privacy and each person’s circumstances.
04 · Knowledge & networking platform
Professional events and conferences
We design and host events and conferences that bring practitioners, families and organizations together to learn, exchange experience, discuss professional issues and build relationships that open new opportunities for collaboration and impact.
Its role in the system: extending the impact of the three core pathways and carrying knowledge from individual programs to a wider professional community.
How we create value
We don’t stop at a course or a recommendation
ABA 4 Change’s value lies in the journey that connects knowledge to practice, then helps that practice take hold and improve.
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Understand the context
We start with the need, the people involved, the setting and the resources available.
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Design the pathway
We turn priorities into clear goals, steps, roles and tools that can be implemented.
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Build implementation capacity
We help move knowledge into practice through training, supervision and feedback.
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Evaluate and improve
We review what has been achieved, understand the barriers and refine the pathway for sustainability.
Our standards
Trust is built by how we work, not by slogans
These standards govern how we design programs, select trainers and work with learners, organizations and families.
ABA 4 Change is listed on IBAO’s official registry of approved content providers for IBA and IBT programs.
Evidence-based practice
Our programs and recommendations are built on scientific evidence and data, not impressions or ready-made solutions.
Accreditation transparency
We state the awarding body, the scope of each program’s accreditation and its completion requirements, and what a certificate does and does not grant. Credentials such as QBA, IBA and BCCS are personal professional credentials issued by bodies such as QABA, IBAO and IBCCES; they do not accredit the organization itself.
Professional and ethical boundaries
We stay within the limits of our professional role and are clear about when we can help and when a referral elsewhere is more appropriate.
Practical application and supervision
Learning is designed to improve performance, with opportunities for practice, feedback and supervision where they apply.
Privacy, safeguarding and responsible use of stories
We protect the data of children, families and learners, and share stories and images only under clear rules and with appropriate consent.
Continuous evaluation and improvement
We review program outcomes and feedback from participants and organizations, and improve content and delivery accordingly.
Founding leadership
Founded by Dr. Mayada Elsabah to turn expertise into a system others can benefit from
Founder of ABA 4 Change · Inclusion & Behavior Analysis
Dr. Mayada leads the organization’s scientific and professional direction, drawing on experience since 2007 in education, behavior analysis, disability inclusion and humanitarian work. Her leadership gives ABA 4 Change specialist direction, while the organization’s value rests on the programs, systems, standards and teams that turn this expertise into services that can grow and last.
Stories of Our Impact
Behind every step is a story worth telling
We share some moments that reflect the impact of understanding and ongoing support, while fully protecting the privacy of children and families and never publishing any details without clear consent.
Ahmed: When the Journey Began with Understanding
Ahmed was a nine-year-old boy living in a refugee camp and facing challenges that affected his learning and daily interactions. The journey began by listening and understanding his needs, then working in small steps that involved the people around him.
The goal was never to change Ahmed, but to provide the support that would help him discover his abilities and take part with greater confidence.
Nour: A Safe Space That Brought Out What Was Within
In volunteering and art activities, Nour found a space to express herself, take part, and feel that she was an influential part of her community.
Her story reminds us that support doesn’t always start with a big solution; it can start with someone who listens, the right opportunity, and an environment that sees potential before challenges
We See Potential Before Challenges
We believe every child deserves to be understood, heard, and given the right support, and every family deserves a partner on the journey of change toward a more balanced, reassuring life
Tell us about the goal you are working toward
We will help you identify the most appropriate next step: a professional program, supervision, consultation or institutional partnership.