UmiVerse was founded by Nawal Benzaouia and Keyu Wang with a shared vision to create an inclusive and nurturing environment where children can grow through learning and creativity. Inspired by the Arabic word “أمي” Umi,” meaning mum, UmiVerse blends the care of a mother with the boundless potential of a universe filled with knowledge.

As a mother of two, Nawal Benzaouia is deeply passionate about education and believes in empowering children through reading, imagination, and creativity. Her experiences in early literacy and universal accessibility have driven her to create resources that inspire confidence, curiosity, and critical thinking in young learners. Nawal also brings her expertise as a professor, writer and advocate for inclusive education and learning opportunities for all children.

Keyu Wang (师老钰珂王), also a mother of two daughters, decided to partner with Nawal because of their shared belief in the power of positive education. With a background in education and certification as a high-level trainer, Keyu has explored the benefits of bilingual education and holistic learning with her daughters. She brings her extensive experience in early childhood education and her belief that books can unlock new worlds of imagination for children. Together, as two "UMIs" (mums), they decided to launch UmiVerse in Dubai, combining their values and expertise to nurture the next generation of learners.

UmiVerse offers bilingual resources, activities, and stories that foster early literacy, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence. By working with families, schools, and organizations, Nawal and Keyu aim to empower children to discover their potential through stories, crafts, and interactive learning experiences.

To inspire a lifelong love of learning and creativity in every child, fostering inclusivity, cross-cultural understanding, and emotional growth.

To create a world where every child has the opportunity to explore, learn, and grow in an inclusive, nurturing environment that celebrates creativity, literacy, and cross-cultural understanding through carefully curated picture books and engaging resources. UmiVerse aims to inspire a lifelong love of learning, foster emotional and intellectual development, and connect children across cultures, breaking down barriers to build a globally aware and compassionate future generation.