Sneak peek of our Keynote Speakers
“Culturally Responsive Assessment for Learning”
Engaging deeply and honestly in conversation with self and others to improve children’s learning and development.
by Dr Katey De Gioia and Sally Cooper
Dr Katey De Gioia, the Engagement and Impact Director (Early Childhood) at the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO), brings extensive experience from the Early Childhood Sector.
Dr. De Gioia has held numerous leadership roles in both academia and the sector, including leading a nationwide program for a large not for profit. She has also written in the areas of practitioner inquiry to effect educational change and transitions into educational institutions for children from immigrant and refugee backgrounds.
Sally Cooper is the Principal Advisor First Nations at AERO)and has committed her career to driving positive change for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, with a focus on health and education outcomes. Sally brings a wealth of experience in stakeholder engagement, strategic analysis and effective leadership.
“Decompressing Stress”
How to break the stress loop to improve your mental health and flourish
– by Jennifer Jefferies
Kicked out of the Australian Army at the age of 20, burned out from her corporate career at 26 – but adversity only fueled her reinvention.
Now a respected naturopath specialising in resilience, Jennifer helps prevent burnout in workplaces. She’s a respected author and speaker, and has partnered with top brands to restore work-life balance and boost wellbeing.
Through her grounded, practical, entertaining and realistic approach, Jennifer shares real-life experiences to inspire change and resilience. Whether speaking to 50 or 6000, she captivates audiences worldwide.
As a philanthropist, Jennifer’s proudest achievement is founding The Q Foundation which aims to bring hope to children in poverty.
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