Shari D. Rosen

Dr. Rosen plays an integral role at ELG as founder, director, and senior consultant. Dr. Rosen saw the need for ELG in 2003 when she began consulting with families and organizations in Shanghai, which led to the founding of ELG in 2006. Dr. Rosen is currently Program Director, running ELG’s daily programs. In addition, Dr. Rosen consults with educators and specialists and is in demand as an effective and entertaining trainer for parents and professionals. She is a member of the American Speech and Hearing Association, the International Association of Special Education, and the Special Education Network in Asia (SENIA). Dr. Rosen has received many prestigious awards, including the inaugural SENIA Advocacy Award in 2014 and the International Professional Women’s Society’s Social Contributor of the Year Award in 2017. Dr. Rosen has a unique understanding of learning disabilities, based on her personal experience, is passionate about helping individuals with special needs, and sees everyone at ELG as part of one big community.