The Yidan Prize is one of the world’s leading education awards and platforms, convening global education leaders, researchers, and practitioners to share evidence and scale what works. QRF participated in a panel focused on cultivating leaders at every level and exploring the challenges and opportunities that drive meaningful transformation in education. Challenging traditional, hierarchical notions of leadership. In the panel, QRF CEO Bassem Saad emphasized that leadership is not confined to titles or authority—it is often demonstrated through the everyday actions of teachers, parents, and students. He also underscored the importance of recognizing and supporting individuals who show initiative and positive influence, even without formal roles.