Lynn Jafar

Lynn Barghout Jafar is the Founder and Managing Mum of High Hopes Pediatric Therapy Center, a facility she established in Dubai to support children with moderate to severe special needs.12 Her vision was to create a center offering world-class services through highly experienced therapists in a warm and loving environment.1

Background and Education

Lynn grew up in Oman and Lebanon.3 She holds a BA in Business Marketing from the American University of Beirut (AUB) and an MSc in Management and Marketing from CASS Business School in London.1

Professional Experience

Before founding High Hopes, Lynn worked in advertising for 5 years.1 She was previously employed as a Manager of Communication at Leo Burnett.6

Personal Life and Motivation

Lynn is a mother of four, including her eldest daughter Alia, who has CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder.13 This personal experience led her to become deeply involved in supporting children with special needs. In addition to founding High Hopes, Lynn is also the co-founder of the Loulou Foundation, a private non-profit UK foundation dedicated to advancing research into CDKL5 deficiency disorder.1

High Hopes Pediatric Therapy Center

High Hopes, founded by Lynn in 2017, is an early intervention center catering to children with moderate to complex special needs up to 13 years of age.25 The center provides customized intervention programs, including Physical Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, and Occupational Therapy.4 In 2020, High Hopes was registered as a non-profit foundation, allowing it to serve a wider community and offer more support to underprivileged children.2

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