FOBISIA Weekly Digest, Issue 10, 24th October 2018

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24th October 2018

CPD Out of Your Comfort Zone JAWS

Outstanding Middle Leadership JAWS Article

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PE and Sports in International School JAWS: 9th - 10th November 2018 STEAM: 16th - 17th November 2018 Including the Whole Child JAWS: 16th - 17th November 2018 Teaching Mastery in Primary Maths: 23rd - 24th November 2018 Excelling in Middle Leadership JAWS: 23rd - 24th November 2018 Primary Literacy and EAL JAWS: 23rd - 24th November 2018

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OUTSTANDING MIDDLE LEADERSHIP JAWS Neil Tamlyn, Vice Principal North London Collegiate School, Jeju, South Korea

North London Collegiate School Jeju (NLCS, Jeju) hosted the Outstanding Middle Leadership JAWS on 12th-13th October 2018. With a healthy mix of Junior School, Senior School, external and internal delegates to the JAWS, it was well-set to draw on a huge range of skills and experiences. Structured in the form of a coaching conversation, delegates were encouraged to reflect upon; their current reality in regard to middle leadership, where they want to be and how they were going to get there.

Discussions were supported by excellent presentations led by Daniel Stonier (Harrow Bangkok), Richard Driscoll (Shenzhen College) and members of the NLCS Jeju senior team. Delegates commented positively on the value of such a focused, collaborative event focusing on leadership in education and the fact that this was offered for the ‘FOBISIA price’ made it all the more attractive and sustainable as a model.

Of course, authentic Korean barbecue and fabulous Jeju autumn weather all contributed the excellent atmosphere throughout and we very much look forward to hosting further FOBISIA events on Jeju. `

WORKSHOPS

Rob Earl The importance of robust systems and processes Ryan Miles Creating and leading a vision

Richard Driscoll Leading effective departmental Professional Development Neil Tamlyn Evaluating your current reality as a leader

Samantha Sweeney Creating and leading a high-performing team

Sula Graham Change Management

Daniel Stonier Building a culture of sharing practice

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Hannah Cunningham & Stewart Smith Aiming for success in leadership

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Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Difficult Conversations Public Speaking Parent Relationships JAWS Speed Dating Session

Date: Friday 18th January – Saturday 19th January Venue: Dover Court International School, Singapore Registration Deadline: 7th December Registration Method and Additional Details: http://bit.ly/jawscpd Cost: S$50 per person Recommended Hotel: Bay Hotel Singapore 4

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Date: 9-10 November 2018 Venue: The British School of Guangzhou This event will be open to Primary and Secondary teachers of all languages, including English as an Additional Language.

It will be an opportunity to discuss key issues and share good practice within language teaching.

Cost: FREE Registration: CLICK HERE Contact Person: christopher.pye@bsg.org.cn

Programme of workshop sessions is to be confirmed, but all attendees should be willing to lead a session.

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PE and Sport in International Schools Job Alike Workshop Jerudong International School Brunei Friday 9th-10th November 2018 This Job Alike Workshop is an opportunity for FOBISIA Secondary PE Jaws teachers across the region to get together to share good practice and new ideas about the teaching of PE. All participants will be actively engaged in creating the agenda to ensure that the two day event meets the needs and wishes of those attending. ​All sessions will be delivered by those participating in the workshop.

Some initial ideas for session topics are listed below: ● ● ● ●

Individualising Learning in Physical Education A4L - Assessing without levels Differentiation Using ICT in Physical Education

How to use all of the above to give students ownership of their learning.

The above sessions are merely suggestions and it is hoped that the agenda will evolve based on the experience and interests of those attending. A Google Drive Folder will be shared with all delegates to build the agenda collaboratively as well as sharing resources in the run up to this event.

To register for the event please use this ​link​.

The deadline for registration is​ Friday 11th October The ​fee​ for attending will be ​$80BND​. The fee will include meals, transport to and from the hotel plus relevant resources. Suggested accommodation for the event is the ​Radisson Hotel​. The rate per night is approximately​ $150 BND+10% tax. ​To contact the hotel please email ​reservations.brunei@radisson.com​.

Please do not book flights until the event is confirmed.

Any further enquiries please email: ​dave.sargent@jis.edu.bn Kind regards, Dave Sargent Head of Sport

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Including the Whole Child

FOBISIA JAWS

Discovery Bay International School invites Class Teachers, SEN Specialists and School Leaders to explore research, initiatives and strategies linked to the inclusion of learners with a diverse range of social, emotional, communicative and behavioural needs.

Focus Areas: ■ EAL ■ ADHD ■ Dyslexia ■ Sensory Needs ■ Autistic Spectrum ■ Emotional Wellbeing ■ Executive Functioning ■ Challenging Behaviours

Event Details: Discounted accommodation for delegates is available at The Auberge Hotel.

Delegates are invited to share their practice in the form of a 45 minute workshop.

An optional social and sightseeing programme around Hong Kong has been organised.

For more information, please contact: Carol Chapman, Head of Inclusion cchapman@dbis.edu.hk Graham Lewis, Head of EAL glewis@dbis.edu.hk

Register online by Monday 8/10/2018

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FRIDAY 16 & SATURDAY 17 NOVEMBER 2018 DISCOVERY BAY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, HONG KONG Weekly Digest

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BY EGE D E T S HO ICH COLL DULW G BEIJIN

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STEAM JOB A LIKE WORKSHOP @ DCB NOVEMBER 16TH 17TH 2018 Friday 16th November 8.30am – 4.30pm Saturday 17th November 8.30am – 4.00pm

STEAM JAWS INFORMATION Dulwich College Beijing are proud to be hosting their first STEAM JAWS. The key objectives and aims of the JAWS are to support FOBISIA schools in the development of sustainable, multidisciplinary and exciting STEAM projects and curriculums, at both Junior and Senior school levels.

The workshop will look beyond the acronym of STEAM and aims to help teachers to develop their own projects and curriculum that suit the needs of their students and within their context. Every participant will gain useful and practical ideas to help to nurture, cultivate and enhance the necessary skills for our students to excel within this field.

REGISTRATION FEE Registration fee per person RMB420 or 60USD. Cost breakdown and additional extras are listed below. If you require any further clarification or information, please contact the JAWS organiser.

VISAS & INVITATION LETTERS Please note that teachers traveling from outside China may require visas to attend the JAWS. Please enquire in your respective countries as soon as possible.

For logistics support including visa invitation letters, bus arrangements, please contact Lily Zhang at lily.zhang@dulwich- beijing.cn.

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The British International School of Kuala Lumpur will be hosting a Hands on KS1 Phonics/Literacy JAWS workshop.Â

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Date: 16th & 17th November Place: BSKL

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Programme Some suggested workshops include: Games in phonics Using texts to teach discrete skills Differentiation Phonics activities throughout the school day Assessment SPAG Using technology in literacy

Details Date: 16th & 17th November Venue: British International School Kuala Lumpur Cost: RM250 Registration: Click here to register by October 30th Contact Person: Simon Clarke (simon.clarke@britishschool.edu.my)

Please do not book any accommodation or flights until the JAWS is confirmed.

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Teaching Mastery in Primary Maths JAWS Possible areas or workshops: 23rdiscussion & 24th November 2018 Topics could include: ● ●

An inclusive approach to support all children achieving Ways to stretch your more able students laterally and get them to think 'deeply' Ways to develop a long term and adaptable understanding of maths concepts What does supporting learning challenges while teaching for mastery look like?

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We would like to invite you to share your experiences in these or other related areas and further your own understanding , learning and knowledge of the Primary Maths Curriculum.

Day 1 will offer the opportunity to see Maths take place at SCIPS before a number of small group discussions and workshops led by delegates.

Day 2 will include a variety of workshops facilitated and led by delegates. There will also be an opportunity to prepare a presentation for your own school as well as extended discussion and networking.

Please be aware that there is an expectation for all delegates to be involved in the presentation of a workshop at some point over the two days of the JAWs.

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Arrive – free evening

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Pick-up from hotel @ 8.15am (shuttle to school) Welcome from Mr. Towse (Principal) Morning Sessions including observing Maths Shuttle return to hotel Lunch Afternoon session; workshops/discussion groups Finish @ 4.00pm Evening meal

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Pick-up from hotel @ 8.45am (shuttle to school) Morning session – workshops led by delegates Lunch at St. Christopher’s Afternoon session – Feedback working groups Plenary Finish @ 3pm

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Cost: RM280 Payable upon arrival on Friday 23rd November

Registration deadline: Friday 26th October 2018 Please click here to register For additional JAWS information email Tim Lamb - tim.lamb@scips.org.my Payment covers the cost of all itinerary activities including meals & transport between the Evergreen Hotel & SCIPS Delegates must pay for their own flights, airport transfers & hotel accommodation Taxis transfers to the hotel/school from the airport will be approx. RM70 per journey

For accommodation info, please see Page 2.

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Teaching Mastery in Primary Maths JAWS - 23rd & 24th November 2018

Welcome to the Evergreen Laurel Hotel, Gurney Drive, Penang.

All 367 guestrooms and suites in the Evergreen Laurel Hotel in Penang, Malaysia are tastefully furnished and well equipped with individually controlled air-conditioning, television, telephone, minibar, safe deposit box, hair dryer, and coffee and tea making facilities.

Facilities at the Evergreen Laurel Hotel in Penang, Malaysia include four restaurants, a swimming pool, state-of-the-art gymnasium, a spa, tennis courts and a banquet hall. The hotel also provides a business centre for their business travellers.

The conference rate of RM 285.00 (single) RM310.00 (twin) nett per room, per night (Deluxe Sea-view) includes the following: •Daily Buffet breakfast •Daily local Newspaper •Daily replenishment of drinking/mineral water in room •Complimentary Wireless connection in rooms as well as in the Lobby area, the Coffee house, the Lobby lounge & by the Poolside •Complementary use of Health Club with Hot & Cold Jacuzzi, Dry & Steam Sauna, Indoor & Outdoor Gym, Kids Club & Swimming Pool To make a booking, please contact Li Zhuang on pensls4@evergreen-hotels.com at the hotel directly.

Please quote St. Christopher’s International Primary School, Maths JAWS when making the booking.

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During the Job Alike Workshop (JAWs) there will be an opportunity to network with teachers from other FOBISIA schools to share excellent practice across Middle Leadership roles. Primarily, this JAWS is targeted at experienced, current, Middle Leaders yet content would prove extremely useful, and positively challenging, for aspiring Middle Leaders.

Date: 23rd & 24th November Place: BSKL & SRI KDU

Hosts This is a co-hosted JAWs event: the Friday will be held at Sri KDU and the Saturday will be held at The British School of Kuala Lumpur (BSKL). Programme coordinators: Andrew Wyeth (Sri KDU) and Aidan Edmanson (BSKL).

Programme There is an expectation that all attendees actively participate throughout the two days and so the full agenda will be completed once all of the delegates are registered. Likewise, once there is a final list, all participants will be contacted and given the opportunity to lead certain workshop sessions. Possible themes, across the two days, will include: o Reassessing our own Leadership Styles o Emotional Intelligence in Leadership o Leading Teaching & Learning o Leading Effective Change o Leading Professional Development o Leading Difficult Situations o Leading Recruitment o Leading the Self o Deepening understanding of Whole School Leadership

Logistics Accommodation: The recommended hotel is https://www.royalechulan-thecurve.com which is a short distance from both schools. Although you can book directly with the hotel, it is recommended that you seek a quote through https://www.agoda.com/ or https://www.agoda.com/ currently priced at around RM 250.

Transport: This will be provided between the hotel and the schools, daily. We do not provide airport transfers.

Registration: Please complete this Google form to register. Deadline for registration is Friday 19th October.

Cost: MYR 250, to be paid in cash upon arrival.

Timings: Day 1: 9:00am – 3:00pm (Social Event in Evening) Day 2: 9:00am – 2:30pm

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EYFS JAWs Outdoor Learning & Continuous Provision Co-Hosted by the British International Schools of Hanoi & HCMC, Vietnam

Friday 23 rd (full day) & Saturday 24 th November (half day)

Aimed at all EYFS practitioners including Teachers and Teaching Assistants

Workshops and presentations being offered:

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT including use of a splash pool

QUALITY CONTINUOUS PROVISION

BEING CREATIVE

both indoors & outdoors with a musical flavour

LEARN FROM TEACHING ASSISTANTS

And much more…!

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Contact Details: catherine.passmore@bishanoi.com &

Recommended Hotel: Novotel, HCMC

sarah.curran@bisvietnam.com

Deadline for Registration: Friday 2nd

Venue: British International School, Early Years and Infant

November 2018

Campus, HCMC, Vietnam

Optional 'Vespa Tour' of HCMC (dinner

Costs: $55; covers transfer between Novotel and school plus

included) on the Friday, $92 per

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Cooking and food demonstrations.

Developing Visionary Student Leadership and Voice JAWs

Friday 30 November Saturday 1 December This JAWS is an opportunity for anyone who is interested in truly engaging students as stakeholders in their own learning; in letting go and allowing young people to lead, in all aspects of their school life. It is of particular interest to anyone who works directly with students to develop their capabilities as leaders.

The range of workshops will depend on what is being offered by participants but potential topics might include: • • • • • • • • • •

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Creating an open culture of student feedback Working with students as youth researchers to inform school improvement Authentic student representation on school leadership teams Promoting student led extra-curricular activities in school Promoting primary student leadership Developing effective student leadership in the Secondary School Students leading in the wider community Establishing constructive student and teacher partnerships to drive curriculum reform A student led approach to PSHE Students as leaders of Learning Technology

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“The more the student becomes the teacher and the more the teacher becomes the learner, then the more successful are the outcomes.”

Hattie, J, 2009 “I like to share my ideas and see the changes that I can make. I know that I have an important job.”

Year Four BSJ student councillor “If we want to create leaders of tomorrow, there is no better time to develop our students as leaders than today”. @gcouros “It means recognizing that young people have a perspective on the world that adults can’t share, and that their perspective should be welcomed alongside the wisdom that adult perspectives bring.”

Gretchen Brion-Meisels, Harvard Graduate School of Education

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The following workshops are already confirmed Register here

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How to mobilise your student leaders to increase engagement in the Sustainable Development Goals - D’Arcy Lunn (Teaspoons of Change)

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Key questions for educators when establishing a system for student feedback on learning in the Secondary School

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Collecting primary student voice to inform long term change

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BSJ Primary Leadership Opportunities - primary students sharing their roles and responsibilities combined with their achievements this term

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Developing an effective peer mentoring scheme

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Students leading students in community engagements - How can we empower our student leaders in order to affect positive and authentic change in our local community?

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From ‘class’ to ‘crew’; turning your class of followers into a community of leaders and learners Tech Heroes; student leadership in the Primary school, our journey so far

BSJ student leaders will be actively engaged in a number of the workshops on offer at this JAWS. Sales Manager Email Phone number Mobile number Website Address Weekly Digest

Cost US$ 60

(include transport and food) Deadline for registration

Friday 9 November 2018 For further information about: JAWS Louise Jeffs (louise_jeffs@bsj.sch.id) Accommodation and transport Wuriyani Tuti (wuri@bsj.sch.id) There will be an optional social event for all participants on the Friday night.

Further details will be shared once the registration is confirmed.

: Mr Tino Antonio : tino.antonio@aviaryhotel.com and reservation@aviaryhotel.com : +62 21 8082 8384 : +62 81236096318 : www.aviaryhotel.com : Jl. Boulevard Bintaro Blok B7 No. BD/3-3A Bintaro Jaya, Sektor 7, Tangerang IssueSelatan 10, 24th15224, OctoberIndonesia 2018 19

SCIENCE SESSION TOPICS Questioning Techniques (Slam Session) Feedback Techniques (Slam Session) What Does the Research Tell Us? (Questioning and Feedback) Dialogical Feedback and Formative Assessment Feedback on Summative Assessment (Question Level Analysis) Diagnostic Questioning Spaced Repetition and Practice Learning Walk - Summative Feedback (Question Level Analysis) Hinge Point Questioning Nowhere to Hide Questioning Metacognition Using Technology - Question Level Analysis Using technology - Formative Assessment (Online Feedback) Using Technology - Dialogical Feedback (e.g.: Google Classroom / Turnitin)

Fri 18th-Sat 19th Jan 2019 at Harrow International School Bangkok Register here https://goo.gl/pQA9ao Registration deadline: 14th Dec 2018 Contact: Dr Tim Jefferis (Second Master) tim.jefferis@harrowschool.ac.th Recommended accommodation options: Mida (3* & 10 min by taxi, 100THB) www.midahoteldonmueangairport.com/ Amari (4* & 12 min by taxi, 100THB) www.amari.com/donmuang/ *Please do not book your Weekly Digest Issue 10, 24th October 2018 20 air ticket or accommodation until we have conďŹ rmed that we have enough participants.

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The British International School of Kuala Lumpur will be hosting a Primary STEAM JAWS workshop.

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Date: 25th & 26th January Place: BSKL

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Programme Some suggested ideas for workshops: Project-based/enquiry learning in STEAM Integrating computing and engineering into STEAM at primary level Developing problem-solving skills Effective assessment in STEAM Some suggested ideas for sharing and discussion: What STEAM is, and what it isn't.

What does STEAM look like at your school?

What is the purpose of STEAM and how does this affect pedagogy and implementation?

Knowledge or process: Which is more important in STEAM? To what extent does the quality of a child's final STEAM product or project matter?

Details Date: 25th and 26th January 2019 Venue: The British International School Kuala Lumpur Cost: RM350 Registration: Click here to register by December 15th Contact Person: Simon Clarke (simon.clarke@britishschool.edu.my)

Please do not book any accommodation or flights until the JAWS is confirmed.

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Developing EPQ Best Practice Alice Smith School, Secondary Campus 15th - 16th February 2019

Coordinators and supervisors of the Extended Project Qualification who are interested in developing and sharing ideas for course delivery and assessment are invited to join.

We would like to invite participants to lead workshops or discussions in the following areas: • Taught sessions • Assessment objectives • Presentation formats • AQA vs Edexcel syllabus • Independent learning • Standardisation procedures We will offer workshops on: • Coaching not directing - action learning • Online referencing tools • Supportive essay scaffolds using EssayJack with Dr Lindy Ledohowski

Early bird

RM120 per person Book here before 30th November 2018

Normal price

RM150 per person (Final confirmed bookings to be made here by 11th January 2019) For two days inclusive of lunch, refreshments and transport to and from the Boulevard Hotel

Attendees will need to book their own accommodation, if needed. Our recommendation is the Boulevard Hotel, approximately 25 minutes from the school. Further details of promotional rates and booking form can be found here.

Please contact Becky Carville, Head of EPQ: rcarville.ep@alice-smith.edu.my for further information.

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JAWS @ GISKL

3rd & 4th May 2019 Personalisation, Assessment, Feedback and Understanding by Design ...Personalisation so every student can reach their potential, ...Assessment to determine evidence of understanding, ...Feedback to move learners forward, and ...Understanding by Design so we are planning with the end in mind when designing curriculum, assessments and lessons ...plus much more

Garden International School, Kuala Lumpur 3rd & 4th May 2019

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Recommended hotel: For more information click here to visit the BusEconJAWS2019 Website or email Mark Solomons at solomons.m@gardenschool.edu.my

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ANNUAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE 2-4 November 2018, InterContinental Bangkok

Bringing together Heads and Senior Leaders from FOBISIA's 58 Member Schools for professional development and networking opportunities to promote high-quality British-style education

KEYNOTES:

PROFESSOR ALLAN WALKER - THE EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

Professor Allan Walker is the Joseph Lau Chair Professor of International Education Leadership, Director of The Asia Pacific Centre for Leadership and Change and Dean of the Faculty of Education and Human Development at The Education University of Hong Kong. His academic work focuses on school leadership and the influence of societal culture on schools, particularly in Southeast and east Asian societies.

JANE LARSSON - COUNCIL OF INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS

Jane Larsson is the Executive Director of the Council of International Schools (CIS), a global non-profit membership organization focused on the development of global citizenship. Jane focuses on the development of collaborative partnerships to enable educational exchange and the development of intercultural perspective. She currently serves as Chair of the International Task Force on Child Protection.

DR IAN JAMISON - TONY BLAIR INSTITUTE OF GLOBAL CHANGE

Dr Ian Jamison is Head of Education & Training at the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change. Ian is a passionate advocate of the power of dialogue for empowering people to address challenges and transform their societies for the better; giving young people the critical thinking skills and transformational experiences that they need to build effective resilience against extremist narratives.

LAURINDO GARCIA - BE INCLUSIVE

Laurindo Garcia is on a mission to make the world a more inclusive place for all, because he believes inclusive cities that are free from discrimination are happier more productive and innovative. Laurindo is founder and chief executive of Be Inclusive - a mobile app that makes it easier for minorities to find inclusive businesses and services. Laurindo is one of the few openly gay, HIV positive human rights activists in Asia.

NATASHA DEVON MBE - UNIVERSITY OF WALES FELLOW

Natasha Devon MBE tours schools and colleges throughout the UK and beyond delivering talks and conducting research on mental health, body image, gender and social equality. Natasha is co-founder of arts and education charity Body Gossip, a certified trainer for Mental Health First Aid England and B-eat (formerly the Eating Disorders Association). She is a fellow of the University of Wales: Aberystwyth and advises them, as well as other universities, on campus wellbeing.

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