Anastasia Kanellou

Anastasia Kanellou is the Founder and Director of Ellinomatheia Language Training UAE, the leading Greek language and cultural education center in the United Arab Emirates. Based in Dubai, she has dedicated her career to promoting the Greek language, heritage, and cultural engagement across the Emirates.
With more than 30 years of experience in the field of education across Greece and the United Kingdom, and over 17 years of professional presence in the UAE, Anastasia brings extensive educational expertise, international perspective, and leadership to the region’s multicultural academic landscape.
Through educational initiatives, high-profile cultural events, and collaborations with international organizations, she has successfully built strong bridges between Greece, Cyprus, and the diverse community of the UAE. Under her leadership, Ellinomatheia has evolved into a distinguished hub for Greek education, cultural diplomacy, and cross-cultural exchange.
Her future vision for Ellinomatheia focuses on expanding strategic collaborations in education, culture, and business between the UAE and the Greek-speaking world, while creating innovative learning opportunities that empower younger generations, promote cultural excellence, and strengthen international cooperation.