The arrival of my firstborn, Rai Veer, didn't just bring joy—it brought revelation. I thought I had wisdom to share, lessons to teach, a path to guide him down. Rai had other plans.

As I got to know my son, I realized how little I actually knew about life. The successful banking career I'd built in the UK suddenly felt insignificant. It was Rai who became my greatest teacher— showing me patience I didn't know I had, unconditional love I'd never experienced, and acceptance that transformed my entire worldview.

After years of soul-searching, seeking my purpose, I discovered it was right in front of me. My purpose was Rai. My purpose was every parent like me. My purpose was every person who experiences this world through a different—and often more beautiful—lens.

Raising three children with different needs in Dubai over the past 12 years, I've watched this city embrace diversity and welcome people from every walk of life. I've had hundreds of conversations with parents seeking guidance on education, healthcare, and experiences for their children. That's when I realized: I've always been good at connecting the dots. Why not do it for an entire community?