Our Team

YallaDabka is led by passionate trainers and cultural ambassadors who bring decades of experience in Dabke performance, teaching, and community building.

Ihab Al-Laweeh

Social Entrepreneur | Dancer | Co-Founder of YallaDabka

Palestinian-German Dabke dancer and coach with nine+ years of experience. Known for using Dabke as a tool for social inclusion and community empowerment.

Mohammad Al-Masri

Film Director | Actor | Co-Founder

Raised where Dabke was the expression of joy. He believes Dabke carries a message of peace and cultural love into European spaces.

Sara Selimja

Middle Eastern Studies | Dabke Coach

Explores identity and movement through folkloric traditions. Trained in Palestine and now leading Dabke workshops in Hamburg.

Wardeh Daibes

Digital Communications | Dabke Coach

Palestinian dancer dedicated to building inclusive Dabke communities in Italy through performance and practice.