Derin Mahmood is an accomplished educator and Special Educational Needs (SEN) specialist with over 20 years of professional experience working with children and youth. Based in Norway, she has dedicated her career to inclusive education, specializing in literacy support and interventions for students with learning difficulties, particularly dyslexia.

Professional Leadership & Experience
Derin currently serves as the Deputy Director of the Follow Dyslexia Organization in Norway. Here extensive background includes the following:
Special Education Supervision: Designing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Providing Academic Interventions for Students with Literacy Challenges.
Pedagogical Training: Conducting international workshops and "Training of Trainers" (ToT) programs to raise teaching standards.
School Management: Years of experience in library management, youth mentorship, and teaching the Kurdish language.

Academic Background & Research
Education: B.A. in History; Diploma in Child and Youth Care (Norway); Specialist certifications in Special Education and Multicultural Pedagogy.
Current Studies: Researching Multicultural Pedagogy to better support diverse learning environments.
Published Author: Her works include Student Difficulties (English), Dyslexia (English), and the Norwegian children's book Nina and the Dancing Letters.

Core Expertise
Derin is a passionate advocate for child rights and the development of inclusive school systems. Her expertise spans Multicultural Education, Dyslexia Support, and Educational Leadership. She is fluent in Kurdish, Norwegian, and Arabic, bringing a vital international perspective to the Kanga Education Foundation.