Partnerships for Sustainability Education

Bridging the Gap: From Learning Poverty to Joyful Learning
2023-12-02 08:00 - 14:00 (Asia/Manila) | Seda Hotel, BGC, 30th Street corner 11th Avenue, Lane P, Taguig, Metro Manila, 1634, Philippines
You are invited to attend the 2023 PSE Learning Poverty Forum: Bridging the Gap from Learning Poverty to Joyful Learning
🌟About the Forum:
This event will bring together influential leaders from various sectors, including the academe, government agencies, businesses, media, and nonprofits, fostering a rich exchange of ideas and insights.This unique gathering will unite influential leaders from diverse sectors, including academia, government agencies, businesses, media, and nonprofits, fostering an enriching exchange of ideas and insights aimed at devising effective solutions to address learning poverty. What sets this forum apart is the active participation and engagement of teachers, principals, parents, and students from various schools, ensuring a holistic and inclusive discussion.Partnerships for Sustainability Education (PSE) has recognized the immediate need to mobilize families, educators, government entities, businesses, and civil society to effectively address the country’s educational crisis. However, we understand that the solution lies in charting a new, progressive course that not only uplifts students from learning poverty but also reinstates the joy of learning among them.

🌟 Featured Speakers:

📜 Program Flow:

Welcome Address
Ms. Rochelle Razo
Executive Director
Partnerships for Sustainability (PSE)

Keynote Presentation: The State of the Philippine Education
Dr. Karol Mark Yee
8:00AM-9:45AM Executive Director
The Second Congressional Commission on Education

Panel Discussion: Grasping the Learning Poverty Challenge
Dr. Liecel Fulgencio, Mental Health Consultant, PSE
Dr. John Paolo R. Rivera, President & Chief Economist, Oikonomia Advisory & Research, Inc.
Mr. Antonio Miranda, Principal, Toro Hills Elementary School (THES)
Mrs. Maria Imelda Paddayuman, Master Teacher, THES

Q&A Session

9:45AM-10:00AM Coffee Break

Panel Discussion: Addressing Learning Poverty through Diverse Initiatives
Dr. Marilyn B. Siao, Director III, Bureau of Learning Delivery, Department of Education
10:00AM-11:00AM Dr. Carmela Oracion, Director, Ateneo Center for Educational Development (ACED)
Mr. Marlon Mañaol, President, Rotary Club of New Manila East

Ms. Alice Nkoroi, Chief of Nutrition, UNICEF Philippines

Q&A Session

Panel Discussion: How to Bridge the Gap from Learning Poverty to Joyful Learning
T. Rochelle M. Razo, Executive Director, PSE
11:00AM-12:00NN Mr. Lucas Oijvall Perez, Teacher, Svalta School, Sweden
Dr. Leonor Diaz, UP College of Education

Q&A Session

12:00NN-1:00PM Networking Lunch

Panel Discussion: Building Partnerships for Sustainable Success in Education
Sen. Win Gatchalian, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Basic Education,Arts and Culture; Co-chair, EDCOM2
1:00PM-1:45PM Mr. AG Saño, World-renowned Sustainable Artist

Hon. Jason Gonzales, Board Member, 3rd District, Province of Iloilo

Ms. Jamael Jacque Bunoan & Ms. Kryshenn Dayto, Student Leaders, JDSC

Open Discussion and Q&A Session

1:45PM-2:00PM Closing Ceremony
Call to Action: Commitment to Joyful Learning and Sustainability Education

Nurturing Wellness in Schools: A Mental Health Forum
2023-09-09 08:00 - 17:00 | EDSA Shangri-La
Partnerships for Sustainability Education (PSE) cordially invites you to attend “Nurturing Wellness in Schools: A Mental Health Forum,” which will be held on September 9, 2023, at Edsa Shangri-La, Manila.

About the Forum:
We acknowledge the transformative power of education in equipping young individuals with knowledge, skills, and values, empowering them to be responsible citizens and contributors to society. However, amidst the pursuit of academic excellence, we emphasize that the well-being of students should never be overshadowed.

In collaboration with renowned experts, educators, and student leaders, this one-day forum aims to address the critical topic of mental health and promote a nurturing and supportive school environment that fosters the well-being of both students and educators in schools.

🎓 Why Attend?

The importance of this forum becomes even more pronounced when considering concerning statistics. A nationwide survey conducted in 2021 by the University of the Philippines Population Institute (UPPI) revealed that nearly one in five Filipino youths aged 15-24 have contemplated ending their lives. Moreover, the Department of Education (DepEd) has reported distressing figures, indicating that 404 learners from public schools tragically lost their lives to suicide in 2021, with 2,147 learners attempting to do so.

The forum, a collaborative effort among world-class experts, educators, and student leaders, aims to tackle this critical issue of mental health within educational environments. Our goal is to cultivate a nurturing and supportive atmosphere in schools that place the well-being of students and educators at the forefront thereby helping create a sustainable future for our communities.

🌟 Featured Speakers:

CONG. ANGELICA NATASHA CO

Congresswoman Angelica Natasha Co proudly represents the Barangay Health Workers of the Philippines under the Barangay Health Wellness (BHW) Partylist. She holds the esteemed position of Chairperson of the House Committee on Children’s Welfare. Her unwavering dedication to children’s mental health is rooted in her educational background, which includes a degree in Psychology from Ateneo De Manila University and prior studies in Medicine before her distinguished public service career began.

DR. LIECEL M. TRINIDAD-FULGENCIO

Dr. Liecel is a distinguished professional in the field of psychiatry and behavioral medicine. She served as a Clinical Associate Professor at the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at UP-Philippine General Hospital and as a professor at Emilio Aguinaldo College. Currently, she holds the position of Section Chief of Psychiatry at Marikina Valley Medical Center and serves as a consultant in General Adult Psychiatry at Healthfirst. Her academic journey includes studying Sleep Medicine Course and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia at Sleep Consultancy Limited in Edinburgh, Scotland in 2018. She ranked in the Top 20 of her Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila graduating class.

MA. TONIROSE D. MACTAL, PhD., RPsy

Dr. Ma. Tonirose D. Mactal is a highly accomplished professional in the field of psychology and mental health. She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Ateneo de Manila University, along with a Master of Arts in Child and Family Development and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the same institution. Currently, she serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Ateneo de Manila University and holds the position of Managing Director at the Ateneo Center for Organization Research and Development. Dr. Mactal’s academic and leadership roles demonstrate her dedication to advancing knowledge in psychology and organizational development.

TEACHER ROCHELLE RAZO

Teacher Rochelle is the Co-Founder and School Principal of John Dewey School for Children (JDSC). She is also the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Partnerships for Sustainability Education (PSE). She placed 2nd in rank in the Licensure Exam for Teachers in 2009 and finished her Masters degree in Educational Psychology in the University of the Philippines Diliman. She is a passionate advocate for mental health, transformational education, sustainability leadership, and sustainable practices. With extensive classroom teaching experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her roles.

DR. HOCK WOON CHIANG

Dr. Chiang Hock Woon is a highly experienced professional with 25 years of senior management positions in the public service. He has held significant roles in health, social (sport), and military sectors, including chairmanship and board positions. He has successfully undertaken strategic transformation projects, guided organizational change management, and overseen large-scale capital projects. Dr. Chiang holds certifications in various areas, including Leadership and Organizational Development, Psychology & Neuroscience of Mental Health, Sport & Exercise, Learning Sciences (Education), Policy & Strategy, Executive Health & Wellness, Strength and Conditioning, and Computer Science. He specializes in leadership coaching, organizational change, and human capital transformation, offering invaluable expertise in these areas.

DR. BERVYN LEE

Dr. Bervyn Lee is a seasoned professional with 25 years of management experience in private, public, and non-profit sectors, specializing in education, sports, and health. Known for his independent and innovative thinking, he tackles challenges with a fresh perspective. A skilled team builder and an effective communicator, Dr. Lee fosters collaboration and maximizes individual potential. As an executive coach since 2013 and a Certified Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI) Coach, Dr. Lee excels in leadership development, mentoring, and executive coaching. His certifications in Sports Psychology, Education, and Sports Science further enhance his expertise.

MS. TONETTE ASPRER

Tonette Asprer is a Sound Healer, Sound Healing Teacher Trainer, Reiki Master-Teacher, Certified Yoga and Meditation Teacher, and a professional Food Stylist. She graduated from the UP College of Music majoring in percussion and married her passion for music and mindfulness to pioneer novel forms of therapeutic music.

MS. DAPHNE AGUILAR

Daphne Aguilar is a multi-disciplinary visual artist based in the Philippines. An exhibiting artist since 2005, Aguilar draws inspiration from nature and the relationships of each and every element in its natural setting. A Philippine Flora and Fauna enthusiast, Aguilar’s fanciful interpretation of nature elements like flowers, birds, and insects rendered in oil on canvas often depict a magical realm that is both scientific and whimsical. Aguilar’s works have been exhibited in several renowned galleries within the country.

MS. SCARLET AGUILAR

Scarlet Aguilar is a multidisciplinary artist based in Manila, Philippines. With a curious nature at a young age, she sparked an exploration of the emotional links within the fast-paced environment of the city. From the University of The Philippines Diliman College of Fine Arts, with background in both art and design, she aims to depict the journey in tackling emotional sensitivity through the exploration of the use of color and the idiosyncrasies in mundane life.

MS. WENDY KOH

Wendy possesses two decades of experience in human capital management, spanning both public and private sectors. Her expertise encompasses workforce enhancement, aiding individuals in navigating career changes, and promoting workplace wellness. She was also an educator at a polytechnic in Singapore, allowing her to connect effectively with the perspectives of young individuals. Presently, Wendy sits on the Human Resource Committee of Trybe Limited, a youth-focused social service agency in Singapore. She is dedicated to advancing her knowledge in the field and is currently pursuing a postgraduate diploma in counselling psychology.

💭 Breakout Learning Sessions:

Building a Safe Environment: The Singapore Context
Mental Health Curriculum Integration: Tools for Educators
Creating Safe Spaces: Addressing Bullying and Harassment
Mindful Parenting: Nurturing Resilience at Home

Art Therapy for Emotional Expression and Healing
Mindfulness and Meditation for Stress Reduction
Fostering Strength Together: School-Community Partnerships
Hello Darkness, My Old Friend: Failure and its Role in Building Resilience

Art Therapy for Emotional Expression and Healing
Mindfulness and Meditation for Stress Reduction
Fostering Strength Together: School-Community Partnerships
Hello Darkness, My Old Friend:Failure and its Role in Building Resilience

Art Therapy for Emotional Expression and Healing
Mindfulness and Meditation for Stress Reduction
Fostering Strength Together: School-Community Partnerships
Hello Darkness, My Old Friend:Failure and its Role in Building Resilience

Program Flow

Registration
Welcome Address
Emphasizing the Importance of Mental Health in Educational Settings, Ms. Rochelle Razo

Keynote Speeches
Children’s Mental Health Situation in the Philippines, Hon. Natasha Co
Establishing Positive School Climate to Support Student Mental Health, Dr. Liecel Trinidad-Fulgencio

Panel Discussion
Identifying Challenges and Opportunities for Mental Health Support
Sharing Best Practices and Success Stories from Families & Schools
Panel Presenters: Ms. Sylvia Chico, Ms. Sofia Mendoza, Mr. Jetro Vin Rafael, & Ms. Scarlet Aguilar

Lunch

Breakout Session 1

Breakout Session 2
Break

Keynote Speech
Developing a Comprehensive Mental Health Policy for Schools, Dr. Ma. Tonirose Mactal

Pledge to Continue Nurturing Wellness in Schools
Closing Ceremony: Celebrating Progress and Committing to Ongoing Support

Program Flow

Registration
Welcome Address
Emphasizing the Importance of Mental Health in Educational Settings

Keynote Speeches
Children’s Mental Health Situation in the Philippines, Congresswoman Angelica Natasha Co
Establishing Positive School Climate to Support Student Mental Health, Dr. Liecel Trinidad-Fulgencio

Panel Discussion

Identifying Challenges and Opportunities for Mental Health Support
Sharing Best Practices and Success Stories from Families & Schools
Panel Presenters: Ms. Sylvia Chico, Ms. Sofia Mendoza, Mr. Jetro Vin Rafael, & Ms. Scarlet Aguilar

Q&A

Lunch

Breakout Session 1

Breakout Session 2
Break

Keynote Speech
Developing a Comprehensive Mental Health Policy for Schools, Dr. Ma. Tonirose Mactal

Pledge to Continue Nurturing Wellness in Schools
Closing Ceremony: Celebrating Progress and Committing to Ongoing Support

Program Flow

Registration
Welcome Address
Emphasizing the Importance of Mental Health in Educational Settings, Ms. Rochelle Razo

Keynote Speeches
Children’s Mental Health Situation in the Philippines, Congresswoman Angelica Natasha Co
Establishing Positive School Climate to Support Student Mental Health, Dr. Liecel Trinidad-Fulgencio

Panel Discussion
Identifying Challenges and Opportunities for Mental Health Support
Sharing Best Practices and Success Stories from Families & Schools

Panel Presenters: Ms. Sylvia Chico, Ms. Sofia Mendoza, Mr. Jetro Vin Rafael, Ms. Scarlet Aguilar, & Dr. Liecel Trinidad-Fulgencio

Q&A

Lunch

Breakout Session 1
Breakout Session 2

Break

Keynote Speech
Developing a Comprehensive Mental Health Policy for Schools, Dr. Ma. Tonirose Mactal

Pledge to Continue Nurturing Wellness in Schools
Closing Ceremony: Celebrating Progress and Committing to Ongoing Support

1st Breakout Session
2nd Breakout Session
First Breakout Learning Sessions

Breakout Session A

Mental Health Curriculum Integration: Tools for Educators, Ms. Rochelle M. Razo
Building a Safe Environment: The Singapore Context, Ms. Wendy Koh

Breakout Session B

Creating Safe Spaces: Addressing Bullying and Harassment, Dr. Marc Eric Reyes
Mindful Parenting: Nurturing Resilience at Home, Dr. Chiang Hock Woon

Second Breakout Learning Sessions

Breakout Session A

Art Therapy for Emotional Expression and Healing, Ms. Daphne Aguilar
Mindfulness and Meditation for Stress Reduction, Ms. Tonette Asprer

Breakout Session B

Fostering Strength Together: School-Community Partnerships
Hello Darkness, My Old Friend: Failure and its Role in Building Resilience, Dr. Bervyn Lee

1st Breakout Session
2nd Breakout Session
First Breakout Learning Sessions

Breakout Session A

Mental Health Curriculum Integration: Tools for Educators, Ms. Rochelle M. Razo
Building a Safe Environment: The Singapore Context, Ms. Wendy Koh

Breakout Session B

Creating Safe Spaces: Addressing Bullying and Harassment, Dr. Marc Eric Reyes
Mindful Parenting: Nurturing Resilience at Home, Dr. Chiang Hock Woon

Second Breakout Learning Sessions

Breakout Session A

Art Therapy for Emotional Expression and Healing, Ms. Daphne Aguilar
Mindfulness and Meditation for Stress Reduction, Ms. Tonette Asprer

Breakout Session B

Fostering Strength Together: School-Community Partnerships
Hello Darkness, My Old Friend: Failure and its Role in Building Resilience, Dr. Bervyn Lee

📝 Inquiries?

For inquiries, kindly text Ms. Irah at 09178274376 or send us a message. Seats are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early!

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TOURong Kalikasan sa Singapore
2023-07-03 08:00 - 2023-07-10 17:00
Singapore Sustainability Education Caravan
TOURong Kalikasan sa Singapore is a unique learning opportunity for individuals from all walks of life to understand and embrace sustainable practices. From July 3-10, 2023, participants will embark on sustainability tours, engage in nature education activities, visit schools, and actively participate in a community conference to be held on July 9. These diverse experiences will provide valuable insights into the importance of sustainable development and equip participants with the knowledge and skills to make a positive impact in their communities.
Building upon the tremendous success of our previous programs held in Sagada, Mountain Province in 2022 and San Juan, La Union in February 2023, we are excited to embark on another transformative journey of positive change in Singapore.
Objectives:

Enhance individual and environmental well-being through sustainable practices
Empower participants to become sustainability leaders
Encourage cultural exchange and sharing
Provide resources for sustainable living
Collaborate with organizations and individuals to advance sustainability

Featured Activities

Sustainability Tours – Offered as part of the program, these tours provide participants with an immersive experience in fascinating locations. Through engaging hands-on activities and explorations, individuals deepen their knowledge of sustainability and forge a meaningful connection with the environment.
School Visits – During the school visits, participants have the opportunity to engage in a meaningful cultural exchange and witness firsthand the implementation of sustainable practices in educational institutions. Through enriching discussions and observations of successful sustainability initiatives, participants are inspired to adopt similar practices within their own communities.
TOURong Kalikasan Community Conference – This community conference offers a platform for dynamic discussions and the exchange of valuable insights into sustainable development. Participants gain practical skills and knowledge, empowering them to make a positive impact within their communities and contribute to the broader sustainability agenda.
Floorball Green Leadership Program – Youth participants in TKS hone their leadership skills in the context of floorball while promoting sustainability and environmental consciousness. Youth floorball players will participate in Singapore Floorball Open from July 6-9. Friendly Games with Singapore teams were also organized from July 4-5. The Gifting Floorball, Giving Life: Recycling and Donation Campaign will also be conducted.

Transforming Communities towards Sustainability: TOURong Kalikasan Community Conference
TOURong Kalikasan Community Conference is scheduled on July 9, 2023, Sunday at HFSE International School located at Mountbatten Centre, Singapore . It is a half-day learning event with several breakout learning sessions related to mental health and self-care practices, sustainability leadership, financial literacy, gender sensitivity, and environmental sustainability. We estimate that about 150 to 200 Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), Filipinos based in Singapore, and other participants will attend.

Featured Speakers

TEACHER ROCHELLE RAZO

Teacher Rochelle is the Co-Founder and School Principal of John Dewey School for Children (JDSC). She is also the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Partnerships for Sustainability Education (PSE). She placed 2nd in rank in the Licensure Exam for Teachers in 2009 and finished her Masters degree in Educational Psychology in the University of the Philippines Diliman. She is a passionate advocate for mental health, transformational education, sustainability leadership, and sustainable practices. With extensive classroom teaching experience from preschool to graduate studies, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her roles.

MS. NINALYN CACANANTA

Founder and CEO, HFSE Global Education Group. She is an Edupreneur with 6 other entities serving the HAPI Community, HFSE International School, HFSE Youngstarters, HFSE Global Academy, HFSE Vizschool, HAPI Haus and HAPI Space. She is recipient of the 2022 ASEAN Women Entrepreneurs Network Award.

HOCK WOON CHIANG

Dr. Chiang Hock Woon is a highly experienced professional with 25 years of senior management positions in the public service. He has held significant roles in health, social (sport), and military sectors, including chairmanship and board positions. He has successfully undertaken strategic transformation projects, guided organizational change management, and overseen large-scale capital projects. Dr. Chiang holds certifications in various areas, including Leadership and Organizational Development, Psychology & Neuroscience of Mental Health, Sport & Exercise, Learning Sciences (Education), Policy & Strategy, Executive Health & Wellness, Strength and Conditioning, and Computer Science. He specializes in leadership coaching, organizational change, and human capital transformation, offering invaluable expertise in these areas.

AG SAÑO

Filipino muralist, photographer, and environmentalist, he has painted more than a thousand large-scale murals of dolphins and ecological issues in public spaces in 16 countries.

SIEGRID BANGYAY

Siegrid Bangyay is an Igorot from Sagada, Mt Province, the Philippines. Trained by the American master potter, Archie Stapleton, Siegrid has practiced pottery for more than 20 years now. She pioneered the integration of bamboo and woven rattan elements with stoneware pottery and is also known to creatively include sculptural objects in her art pieces. Her world-class skills in pottery earned her invitations to exhibit her works around the country and abroad. In 2014, she joined a Contemporary Southeast Asian Pottery exhibition in Virginia, USA.

MIGS BRAVO DUTT

Migs Bravo Dutt is a globally published writer and researcher. She is the author of The Rosales House, a contemporary novel published by Penguin Random House SEA. Her essays, including one in the Washington Post about her pandemic experience in the USA, have gained recognition. Migs has contributed prose and poetry to various anthologies and journals and has been featured in literary interviews and programs across Asia, Europe, and the USA.

DR. BERVYN LEE

Dr. Bervyn Lee is a seasoned professional with 25 years of management experience in private, public, and non-profit sectors, specializing in education, sports, and health. Known for his independent and innovative thinking, he tackles challenges with a fresh perspective. A skilled team builder and an effective communicator, Dr. Lee fosters collaboration and maximizes individual potential. As an executive coach since 2013 and a Certified Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI) Coach, Dr. Lee excels in leadership development, mentoring, and executive coaching. His certifications in Sports Psychology, Education, and Sports Science further enhance his expertise.

ROCHELLE DEANNA RDM

Rochelle Deanna RDM is a Financial Services Director with 14 years of insurance industry experience. Rochelle’s talk is centered around empowering individuals to take control of their financial future. With her straightforward delivery and practical examples, she guides audiences through the intricacies of financial management. Rochelle’s goal is to equip her listeners with the knowledge they need to make informed financial decisions.

JEREMY SY

Jeremy is a director at Agency, a design and innovation practice in Singapore. He has a background in advertising and futures thinking, and is currently training to be a psychotherapist. He’s on a personal journey to bring all these experiences together to help people, companies and entire countries create better futures for themselves.

PROGRAM AND SCHEDULE

July 3

Manila to Changi Airport, Singapore

July 4

Gardens by the Bay
Beach Clean-up at East Coast Park
Floorball Friendly Game

July 5

Botanic Gardens
Floorball Friendly Game
Marina Barrage
Sustainable Singapore Gallery

July 6

National University of Singapore (NUS) Tour
Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum
Bendemeer Primary School Tour
SG Floorball Open

July 7

Happy Family School of Excellence (HFSE) International School
SG Mobility Centre
China Town, Singapore

July 8

Pulau Ubin
SG Floorball Open

July 9

Transforming Communities towards Sustainability: TOURong Kalikasan Conference
SG Floorball Open

July 10

Philippine Embassy in Singapore, Singapore to Manila

Sponsorship benefits

As a Sponsor, your organization will have a prominent role in TOURong Kalikasan sa Singapore , gaining significant exposure and recognition.

Branding and Recognition

Prominent logo placement in event promotional materials, including posters, brochures, and social media platforms
Social Media Exposure: Sponsors will be acknowledged and promoted on our official social media platforms, including mentions, tags, and dedicated posts
TOURong Kalikasan Shirts: Sponsors will have their logos featured on trendy event shirts provided to all organizers and partners. Some pieces will be raffled off during TOURong Kalikasan Community Conference on July 9, 2023
Privilege to display banner stand in the conference venue
Company AVP played during the conference
Company logo in sponsors’ video loop during the conference

On-Site Visibility

Display banners, signage, or promotional materials at strategic locations in the conference venue

Publicity and Marketing

Exclusive mentions and acknowledgments during event speeches, presentations, and media interactions
Inclusion in social media campaigns for at least two months

Networking and Collaboration

Access to a diverse network of sustainability professionals, educators, and community leaders
Opportunities for collaboration and partnerships with like-minded organizations and individuals

Be a sponsor today!

Register now!

TOURong Kalikasan sa Singapore Gallery

TOURong Kalikasan in Sagada (school visits, tour guides training, Sagada Children’s Congress)
2022-11-23 08:00 - 2022-11-27 16:00 | Sagada Municipal Hall, Philippines

The Call to Unite Schools towards Sustainability
2021-05-22 09:00 - 2021-05-23 18:00
The Call to Unite Schools towards Sustainability: Envisioning a Post-COVID-19 Education

The Call to Unite Schools towards Sustainability: Envisioning a Post-COVID-19 Education provides an ideal setting for discussions, dialogues, and collaboration among education leaders with experts and practitioners on sustainability and sustainable practices as keynote, plenary, and breakout session speakers.

The main goal of the virtual global conference is to engage education leaders to gain a deeper understanding of the need to transform education and include sustainability at the heart of schooling. Likewise, one of its aims is to get the participants’ commitment to initiate programs and projects on sustainability in their respective educational institutions and communities.

Participants will collaboratively reassess and re-evaluate existing school curricula and practices. These are some of the questions that will be answered during the conference: Do schools develop the learners’ skills, values and attitudes so that they act in a manner that exhibits awareness of how all things are connected? Do schools teach learners to become excellent leaders to be able to make informed decisions for the greater good of all? How can we build a system of education that can quickly respond to the changes in the surrounding world? How can schools help address the climate crisis, ensure the protection of the natural environment and achieve well-being and equity for all?

To be able to achieve our goal, the following objectives are set forth:

Connect schools, school leaders, and other organizations around the globe to learn from each other, particularly, the innovative practices in schools and communities, key challenges and strategies as well as evidence about their impact
Promote leadership and professional development by providing participants access to resources and platforms for collaboration
Build partnerships between and among schools, higher education institutions, civil society, the private and public sector, communities and youth to provide relevant professional development to support existing and/or future sustainability curricula, programs and projects
Get commitment from education leaders and other participants to create policies and implement programs and projects that will promote sustainability in respective institutions and communities
Facilitate access of schools and other organizations to get the necessary support they need to succeed in providing an effective, relevant sustainability education

The education community cannot act alone and solve present and future problems on its own. Collaboration and partnership with the different sectors of society is essential and should be sought.
In this summit, there are sessions wherein practitioners and experts of sustainability from educational institutions, communities, business, media, government, and non-governmental organizations will share how they implement radical and ambitious initiatives in relation to sustainability, climate action as well as social and economic equality.

Outcomes
There are three main outputs from the global conference:

A compilation of presentations shared during the virtual event to be made available online

A collection of documentary videos on sustainability presented by schools, civil society groups, governments and other organizations during the virtual conference.

A pledge of commitment from all participants to commit to create policies and implement programs and projects that will promote sustainability in respective institutions and communities in their schools, universities, and communities.

Participants & Format of the Global Summit

Organized by Partnerships for Sustainability Education (PSE), the virtual conference will bring together about hundreds of leaders in education around the world, mostly comprising leaders in K-12 schools, colleges, universities, teacher training institutions, and ministry of education. Other participants would include academicians, education researchers, youth leaders, and influential leaders in business, government, NGOs, and the media. Resource speakers are experts and practitioners in sustainability as well as leaders in business, civil society, government, and media actively involved in climate action in their respective organizations.
There will be four plenary sessions, five breakout sessions, and cultural sessions.

Main Theme: Envisioning a Post-COVID-19 Education

Plenary 1

Re-assessing what we learn, where we learn, and how we learn

Plenary 2

Envisioning a post-COVID-19 education: Sustainability at the heart of education

Plenary 3

Creating the future of education starts now

Plenary 4

Building partnerships for a sustainable future

Day 1
Day 2
Day 1 Saturday, 22 May 2021

9:00-9:30
Meditation & Wellness Session

9:30-10:20
Opening Ceremony

10:20-10:40
Schools Showcase and Cultural Session

10:40-11:20

Plenary Session 1: Reassessing what we learn, where we learn, and how we learn
Keynote Speaker 1: Prof. A. Lin Goodwin, Dean and Professor of the Faculty of Education at the University of Hong Kong (HKU)

11:20-12:00
Keynote Speaker 2: Prof. Alan J. Singer, Director, Secondary Education Social Studies Teaching Learning Technology in Hofstra, New York, USA

12:00-2:00
Wellness Break and Networking

2:00-3:30
Breakout Session 1

3:30-5:00
Breakout Session 2

5:00-7:00
Wellness Break and Networking

7:00-7:40

Plenary Session 2: Envisioning a post-COVID-19 education: Sustainability at the heart of education
Keynote Speaker 3: Prof. Gregory Cajete, author and Emeritus Professor in the Division of Language, Literacy and Sociocultural Studies in the College of Education at the University of New Mexico

7:40-8:20
Keynote Speaker 4: Atty. Gerthie Mayo-Anda, environmental lawyer and professor, founder and executive director of Environmental Legal Assistance Center (ELAC)

8:20-8:40
Cultural Session

8:40-10:00
Breakout Session 3

Day 2 Sunday, 23 May 2021

8:30-9:00
Meditation & Wellness Session

9:00-9:40

Plenary Session 3: Creating the future of education starts now
Keynote Speaker 5 : Dr. Chang Chew Hung, Dean, Academic and Strategic Development at the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

9:40-10:00
Schools Showcase & Cultural Session

10:00-10:40
Keynote Speaker 6 : Prof. Yong Zhao, Foundation Distinguished Professor in the School of Education at the University of Kansas and a professor in Educational Leadership at the Melbourne Graduate School of Education in Australia

10:40-12:00
Breakout Session 4

12:00-2:00
Wellness Break and Networking

2:00-2:40

Plenary Session 4: Building partnerships for a sustainable future
Keynote Speaker 7 : Dr. Antonio Gabriel Maestrado La Viña, Director of the Energy Collaboratory of the Manila Observatory and Chair of the Board of Trustees of Forest Foundation of the Philippines

2:40-3:20
Keynote Speaker 8 : Paul Ladd, Director, United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD)

3:20-3:40
Schools Showcase and Cultural Session

3:40-5:00
Breakout Session 5

5:00-6:00
Plenary Closing Ritual: Music, Poetry, Gratitude Messages

Keynote Speakers

Prof. A. Lin Goodwin
Dean and Professor of the Faculty of Education at the University of Hong Kong (HKU)
Prof. A. Lin Goodwin is a Dean and a Professor of the Faculty of Education at the University of Hong Kong (HKU). Prior to joining HKU in 2017, she was Vice Dean at Teachers College, Columbia University (TCCU) in New York City, and the Evenden Foundation Chair Professor of Education. She is a past Vice President of the American Educational Research Association (AERA)—Division K: Teaching and Teacher Education (2013-2016), and the inaugural Dr. Ruth Wong Professor of Teacher Education at the National Institute of Education (NIE) in Singapore. She has been honoured for her research and scholarship with awards such as Distinguished Researcher from the AERA SIG: Research on the Education of Asian and Pacific Americans, and Distinguished Scholar from AERA’s Committee on the Role and Status of Minorities in Educational Research and Development (now Committee on Scholars of Color). She is a Senior Research Fellow of the Learning Policy Institute headed by Linda-Darling-Hammond.
Professor Goodwin’s research focuses on teacher/teacher educator beliefs, identities and development; equitable education and powerful teaching for immigrant and minoritized youth; international analyses and comparisons of teacher education practice and policy; and the experiences of Asian/Asian American teachers and students in U.S. schools. Recent publications include “Globalization, global mindsets and teacher education” in Action in Teacher Education, and “Learning to teach diverse learners: teachers and teacher preparation in the U.S.”, Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Education. Her latest book, co-authored with Ee Ling Low and Linda Darling-Hammond, is: Empowered educators in Singapore: How high-performing systems shape teaching quality. She began her career as a high school special education teacher.

Prof. Alan Singer
Director, Secondary Education Social Studies Teaching Learning Technology in Hofstra University, NY
Professor Alan Singer Alan Singer is a social studies professor and historian at the Department of Teaching Learning Technology at Hofstra University in Long Island, New York. He is also the editor of Social Science Dockets and an author of several books including Education Flashpoints: Fighting for America’s Schools (Routledge, 2014). He graduated from the City College of New York and got his Ph.D. in American History from Rutgers University. He taught at many secondary schools in New York City such the Franklin K. Lane High School and Edward R. Murrow High School. His interests include Social Studies and American History, particularly on the topic of Slavery in the United States.

Prof. Gregory Cajete
Emeritus Professor in the Division of Language, Literacy and Sociocultural Studies in the College of Education at the University of New Mexico
Prof. Gregory Cajete, Native American educator whose work is dedicated to honoring the foundations of indigenous knowledge in education. Dr. Cajete is a Tewa Indian from Santa Clara Pueblo, New Mexico. He has served as a New Mexico Humanities scholar in ethnobotany of Northern New Mexico and a member of the New Mexico Arts Commission. He is the former Director of Native American Studies and an Emeritus Professor in the Division of Language, Literacy and Sociocultural Studies in the College of Education at the University of New Mexico. Dr. Cajete is a practicing watercolor, pastel, acrylic, ceramic and metal artist. He is extensively involved with art and its application to education. He is also a scholar of herbalism and holistic health. In this capacity, he has researched Native American, Chinese and Ayurvedic healing philosophies and the cultural perspectives of health and wholeness.
Dr. Cajete has authored ten books including: “Look to the Mountain: An Ecology of Indigenous Education”(1994), “A People’s Ecology: Explorations in Sustainable Living” (1999), and “Native Minds Rising: Exploring Transformative Indigenous Education” (2020).
Dr. Cajete retired from the University of New Mexico in June 2020 and is currently working as an independent scholar, consultant and writer.

Dr. Chew Hung Chang
Dean of Academic and Strategic Development at the National Institute of Education , Nanyang Technological University
Dr. Chang Chew Hung works in geography and environmental education. His expertise is in Climate Change misconception diagnostics and in improvement to geography curriculum and technology-enabled refutation oriented instruction. He is Dean, Academic and Strategic Development at the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. He is also an Associate Professor of Geography Education with the Humanities and Social Studies Education Academic Group, NIE/NTU, Singapore.
Dr. Chang’s key teaching areas are in Physical Geography and Geography Education. Prof Chang was awarded the NIE excellence in teaching commendation in 2002 and continues to play a curriculum leadership role in the areas of Geography and Geography Education. His teaching areas are aligned to his research interests which include urban climates, global climate change, climate change education, technologies in geography teaching and learning, geography curriculum and assessment, and teacher professional development in Geography. Prof Chang has published widely in the areas of geography, geographical education and environmental education. Read more: http://m.chewhung.net/

Dr. Antonio Gabriel Maestrado La Viña
Director of the Energy Collaboratory of the Manila Observatory and Chair of the Board of Trustees of Forest Foundation of the Philippines
He is a leader, teacher, thinker, lawyer, and social entrepreneur. He is at present concurrently Executive Director, Energy Collaboratory Director, and Senior Fellow on climate change of Manila Observatory. He is also a professor of law, philosophy, law, and governance in several universities in Metro Manila and Mindanao. He was Dean of the Ateneo School of Government, an Undersecretary of the Department Environment and Natural Resources, a senior fellow and program director at the World Resources Institute in Washington DC, and co-founder of the Legal Rights and Natural Resources Center (known as LRC). He obtained his Masters and Doctorate in Law from Yale University and his first degrees in philosophy and law from Ateneo de Manila University. He placed third in the 1989 bar exams.
Dr. La Viña has also been a human rights, environmental, and climate justice lawyer for more than 30 years, starting his law career as an advocate for indigenous peoples and local communities fighting development aggression by logging and mining companies and in some cases by the government pursuing environmentally destructive projects. He is also a renowed scholar, having published many books and articles, and a public intellectual writing regularly for Manila Standard, Rappler, and MindaNews. He has been a lead negotiator of the Philippines on climate change, a global leader in the 1997 Kyoto, 2009 Copenhagen, and 2015 Paris conferences. He is from Mindanao, married, and has three sons.
Dr. La Viña will also be participating in one of the breakout sessions as a speaker.

Prof. Yong Zhao
Foundation Distinguished Professor in the School of Education at the University of Kansas and a Professor in in Education Leadership at the Melbourne Graduate School of Australia
Prof. Yong Zhao is a Foundation Distinguished Professor in the School of Education at the University of Kansas and a professor in Education Leadership at the Melbourne Graduate School of Australia. He previously served as Presidential Chair, Associate Dean and Director of the Institute for Global and Online Education in the College of Education, University of Oregon, where he was also a Professor in the Department of Educational Measurement, Policy and Leadership. Prior to Oregon, he was University Distinguished Professor at the College of Education, Michigan State University, where he also served as the founding director of the Center of Teaching and Technology, executive director of the Confucius Institute, as well as the US-China Center for Research on Educational Excellence. He is an elected member of the National Academy of Education and a fellow of the International Academy of Education.
In addition, Professor Yong Zhao has received several awards including the Early Career of the Year Award from the American Educational Research Association, Outstanding Public Educator from Horace Mann League of USA and Distinguished Achievement Award in Professional Development from the Association of Education Publishers. He has been recognized as one of the most influential education scholars.
His works focus on the implications of globalization and technology on education. He has published over 100 articles and 30 books, including An Education Crisis is a Terrible Thing to Waste: How Radical Changes Can Spark Student Excitement and Success (2019), What Works May Hurt: Side Effects in Education (2018) and Reach for Greatness: Personalizable Education for All Children (2018).

Atty. Gerthie Mayo-Anda
Environmental Lawyer and Professor Founder and Executive Director of Environmental Legal Assistance Center (ELAC)
Grizelda “Gerthie” Mayo-Anda is an environmental lawyer. Her advocacy is to protect Palawan’s forests and empower indigenous communities. She founded a non-governmental organization, the Environmental Legal Assistance Center (ELAC), which is dedicated to protect the rights of indigenous people in Palawan. Her organization’s motto is “helping communities defend the earth”. Her cause inspired communities to protect their forests by forming citizen watchdogs, forest guardians and multi sectoral advocacy networks. Some of her greatest contributions to protecting the environment in Palawan was when she and her colleagues were able to stop a coal power plant from being built on a southern municipality which was home to both people and precious birds. They were also able to stop mining in almost 200 000 hectares of forests in Palawan, secured passage of village and municipal watershed ordinances and supported the establishment of mangrove sanctuaries.
For her contributions to the environment, the mayor of Puerto Princesa and International travel magazine Conde East Traveller honored her with environmental awards in 1998 and 200, respectively. “Bandillo ng Palawan”, Palawan’s environmental Newspaper, awarded her the Palawena of the Year award for her efforts to protect Palawan’s resources.

Paul Ladd
Director of United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNIRISD)
Paul Ladd has been the Director of UNIRISD since October 2015. Before taking up this position he had been at UNDP, where he most recently been Director of the team supporting consultations and technical inputs for the 2030 Development Agenda.
Previously, he led UNDP’s policy team on ‘inclusive globalization’ー including trade,, development finance, and migration. From 2008-2009, he provided support to the Office of the UN Secretary-General on the financial and economic crisis, and engagement with the G20.
Before moving to New York, Paul was a policy adviser on international development for the UK Treasury, including the period building up to and through the UK’s Chair of the G8 and European Union back in 2015.
Previously, he had been Chief Economist and acting Head of Policy with UK charity Christian Aid, the UK Department for International Development’s economic adviser for South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia and Swaziland, and a financial adviser in the Central Bank of Guyana.
Paul received his BSc in Economics and his MSc in Quantitative Development Economics from the University of Warwick. In 2016, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in law (LLD), also by thr University of Warwick.

Breakout Session Speakers

Dr. Monica Ortiz
Research Associate at the Barlette School of Environment, Energy and Resources Faculty of Built Environment, University College London
Dr. Monica Ortiz is an interdisciplinary researcher who focuses on climate change, food security, and biodiversity. She finished her doctorate on climate and crop modeling at the University of Sheffield. She was a postdoctoral researcher at University College London investigating impacts of agricultural production and trade on global biodiversity. Dr Ortiz was most recently affiliated with UCL Institute for Sustainable Resources as a post-doctoral fellow on the BIOTA project, where she contributed to research on the interconnections between agriculture, biodiversity, climate change and international trade.

Dr. Hock Woon Chiang
Deputy Executive Officer of Sport Singapore
Dr. Hock Woon Chiang is the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Sport Singapore, the national agency for the promotion and development of sport and physical activity in Singapore. He spearheads the nationwide Active Health social movement that aims to transform the way Singaporeans manage their health and physical wellbeing and also leads the organisation’s push towards digital transformation and human capital transformation efforts.

Ms. Mojgan Tosif
Founder of World of Virtues
Mojgan founded World of Virtues which is a catalyst for new beginnings, a framework for living, growing and adapting to change. She is also Master Facilitator for The Virtues ProjectTM International, a character education program that empowers teachers, parents and students to develop core ethical and performance values and live by their highest values. She has been conducting workshops for parents, teachers and schools for more than 19 years in Australia and internationally. Beyond this, she accompanies educators to create caring and high performing learning communities and helps leaders to inspire excellence in the workplace.

Dr. Liecel Trinidad- Fulgencio
Clinical Associate Professor at the Department of Psychiatry and Behaviroal Medicine at UP-PGH
She is a Clinical Associate Professor at the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at UP-Philippine General Hospital. She is also the Section Chief of Psychiatry in Marikina Valley Medical Center. She studied Sleep Medicine Course and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia at Sleep Consultancy Limited in Edinburgh, Scotland in 2018. She took her postgraduate internship at Medical Center Manila, and earned her degree in Doctor of Medicine at the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila where she was one of the Top 20 graduates of her batch. She has done multiple research studies such as the utilization pattern of psychiatric consultation services at the University of the Philippines.

Ms. Finlay O’Connell
Environmental Leader of her School Leadership Team, Australia
Finlay O’Connell is an 18-year-old Australian student, who is currently completing her last year of high school. She is the current Environmental Leader, as part of the School Leadership Team at her school in the rural town of Taree. She also works with the Australian Youth Climate Coalition writing and facilitating trainings and workshops for other high school students, as well as organizing local School Strikes for climate. Finlay has a keen interest in social justice issues and uses this passion to empower young people to take action on the things that inspire them.

Dr. Kelly Siman
Post-doctoral Research Fellow at the National University of Singapore’s Centre for Nature-based Climate Solutions
She has worked in academic, governance, and non-profit institutions across the United States, Antarctic, and Asia-Pacific. She was the former Biomimicry Coastal Resiliency and Innovation Fellow working on policy and coastal resilience modeling for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, the Senior Research Scientist for the Cleveland Water Alliance, and Research Fellow for Project Drawdown. She is also Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer for Erie Open Systems, LLC – an open source technology company working to gather low-cost environmental monitoring data. Dr. Siman has published numerous works and is one of the editors of the book: 2017 Project Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming.

Mr. Hock Lin Sng
Chief ActiveSG, Sport Singapore
As Chief ActiveSG, he oversees the operations arm of the National Movement, driving community engagement and programming through the Sport Centres. He enjoys sports and participates in Triathlon events. Before joining Sport Singapore in 2019, Chief SNG was a Colonel in the Singapore Armed Forces and held concurrent appointments as Commander Army Logistics Training Institute (ALTI) and Commander of Division Support Command (DISCOM). Under his leadership, his DISCOM unit regained the Best NS Unit Award in 2018 and 2019, consecutively, after a 12 years gap. He is currently a PhD candidate in Gerontology at Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) and was Chairman of SUSS Gerontology Alumni. He holds Master degrees in Gerontology from SUSS, in Training & Development from Griffith University, and in Transport System Management from National University of Singapore (NUS).

Atty. Vicente Paolo B. Yu III
Senior Legal Adviser at the Third World Network (Malaysia)
Atty. Yu is currently a Senior Legal Adviser at the Third World Network (Malaysia), a Visiting Research Fellow at the United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (Switzerland), and an Associate Fellow at the Geneva Center for Security Policy (Switzerland). Just recently, he served as the Deputy Executive Director of the South Centre (from 2016-2018), and between 2002 to 2019, he coordinated the South Centre’s work on global governance, climate change, investment, South-South cooperation, and sustainable development issues. He obtained his political science (with honors) and law degrees from the University of the Philippines, and his Master of Laws degree (with distinction, specializing in international trade law and international environmental law) from Georgetown University in Washington DC, USA, where he was a Fulbright Scholar. He has also been a consultant for various United Nations agencies, other NGOs, and developing country governments, providing research and training/capacity building services on international trade, development policy, and climate change. Atty. Yu III has published papers and articles on issues relating to trade and environment, energy policy, mining policy, sustainable development, environmental policy, climate change policy, South-South cooperation, and indigenous peoples’ rights.

Mr. Chuck Baclagon
Regional Finance Campaigner, 350.org Asia
Chuck Baclagon has been actively involved in the campaign for climate justice as part of 350.org where he currently serves as their Regional Finance Campaigner in Asia where he works on the areas of shifting financial flows from institutions away from fossil-fuel projects. Prior to joining 350 he spent a decade establishing the online campaigning capacity of Greenpeace Southeast Asia. His advocacy interests lie in the intersection of using digital tools for campaigns and organizing work beyond virtual spaces.

Ms. Frances Atima
Ministry of Education and Sports, Uganda at the level of Commissioner in the Department of Teacher Education Standards in the Directorate of Education Standards
Frances Atima is a teacher by profession who has gone through the ranks in Education. Currently, she works at the Ministry of Education and Sports in Uganda at the level of Commissioner in the Department of Teacher Education Standards in the Directorate of Education Standards. She holds a master’s Degree in Education and post graduate diploma in Management. Certificate in supervision and Inspection from the University of London other International Management trainings.
She is the Focal Point officer for Education for Sustainable Development and a member of the Education committee of Uganda National Commission for UNESCO (UNATCOM). She has spear headed the writing of several education materials such as the Inspectors Hand book, Inspection frame work , Self-evaluation and assessment frame work for headteachers and also participated in the review of the Reformed Inspection Model, Basic Requirements and Minimum standards among others. She is a board chair for Link Education Uganda and also Chair Board of trustees Teso Education Fund. Frances too is into charity work and currently a member of Friends of Charity of good Counsel community of the Ministry of Education and Sports and other religious assignments in the area of Education, Peace, Justice and Caritas.

Ms. Sarah Salcedo-Rubin
Reiki Master-Teacher
Sarah creates positive change in the world by helping heart-centered leaders and changemakers manifest physical, emotional and spiritual well-being through Reiki, yoga, meditation and soul coaching.
As a certified Reiki Master-Teacher and Executive Coach, Sarah’s experience in energy healing, mindful living and transformational coaching empowers her clients to gently but powerfully shift from chronic stress, fatigue and lack of clarity and direction to experiencing a life of wholeness, ease and joyful abundance.

Ms. Mitzi Jonelle Tan
Full-time Climate Activist
Mitzi Jonelle Tan is a full-time climate justice activist based in Metro Manila, Philippines. She is the convener and international spokesperson of Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines (YACAP), and the Fridays For Future (FFF) of the Philippines. She is also an active member of FFF International, advocating for climate justice and making sure that the voices of Most Affected Peoples and Areas (MAPA)’s strikers are heard, amplified, and given space. She first became an activist in 2017 after integrating with indigenous leaders of her country which pushed her to realize that collective action and system change is what we need for a just and green society.

Dr. Sam Sideth Dy
Deputy Director-General for Education, the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Cambodia
Dr. Samsideth Dy is currently Deputy Director-General for Education, the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Cambodia. He earned his Bachelor Degree in English Language Education in June 1995 at the Royal University of Phnom Penh (RUPP). He graduated with his Master’s Degree in Comparative and International Education and his PhD in Education and Human Sciences from Hiroshima University in March 2002 and March 2005 respectively. Dr. Dy worked as education officer and education specialist for UNESCO (2005-2010) and ADB (2010-2012). He returned to the Royal University of Phnom Penh as Director of the M.Ed Program and Founding Dean of the Faculty of Education in 2013-2015. He published several papers in international reviewed journals, academic bulletins and chapters of edited books in the areas of education policy and development in Cambodia. During 2012-2014, he provided consultancy services to a number of reputed organizations and various education NGOs in Cambodia and Myanmar.

Teacher Kristine V. Canon
Founding Director, Creative Learning Paths School Faculty, DLSU
She is one of the founding directors of Creative Learning Paths School, a progressive preschool to grade grade 12 education institution advocating for inclusion and peace education. Under her leadership, the school has been awarded the Excellence in Educational Transformation Award by Bayan Academy in 2017 for the innovations in peace and inclusion ingrained in its curriculum and programs. She has more than 20 years of teaching experience from varying grade levels including special education. Currently, she is a faculty member of the College of Education at De La Salle University, and formerly at the Family Life and Child Development Department of UP Diliman.

Mr. James Ndlebe
Executive member of the Education Management of South Africa
Joseph James Ndlebe qualified as a teacher with a Secondary Teachers Diploma majoring in Biology from Soweto College of Education. He also holds a BA, B Ed (Education Management) and Advanced Diploma in Education Management from the University of South Africa. James was appointed at the Department of Basic Education as the Director for Education Management and Governance Development in South Africa. He has developed many policies and guidelines in the field of school management that are still used to guide school principals, governing body activities and learner admissions today. Aside from these, James contributed a chapter in the book called Leadership: Perspective from the Front Line and wrote the foreword of the book by Dr Jaco Deacon, Financial Management in Public Schools. At present, James is also an executive member of the Education Management of South Africa.

Usec. Diosdado M. San Antonio
Undersecretary for Curriculum and Instruction at the Department of Education, Philippines
Diosdado M. San Antonio is the Undersecretary for Curriculum and Instruction at the Department of Education. He holds a research PhD in Education from the University of Newcastle, Australia. He has been tasked to coordinate the ongoing review of the K to12 curriculum. He pushes for transparency, ethics and accountability in school governance. San Antonio is one of the five Presidential Gawad CES Awardees for 2019 for his role in fostering a positive organizational culture in the Department of Education – CALABARZON by advocating for Transparent, Ethical and Accountable (TEA) Governance affecting 120,000 teachers serving 3.8 million learners; for nurturing an intensive and collaborative research culture in CALABARZON, allowing basic educators to implement evidence-based best practices; and for building the competencies of regional officials through its PRINCE (Proactive, Results-oriented, Intelligent, Network-building, Credible and Empowering) Model.

Banaue Miclat-Janssen, MFA
Artistic Director of Dulaang UP, Assistant professor at the University of the Philippines Diliman’s Department of Speech Communication and Theatre Arts, College of Arts and Letters
Banaue is a pure Filipino born in Beijing, China. The high sense of cultural awareness in China, with its history that goes back thousands of years, opened her senses to the ancient world of the arts. Enriching this is her claim to the Filipino culture—molded and shaped by years of colonialism, of cultural diversity, of political ruptures, and a resilience and steadfastness of spirit. As a professional actress and singer, Banaue has done plays in various languages—English, Filipino, Spanish, Japanese, and some Filipino dialects. She has performed in different countries including Germany, Japan, China, and, Taiwan. In the United States, she has done performances off-Broadway and was a regular acting chorus (supernumerary) at the acclaimed Metropolitan Opera, Lincoln Center in New York from 2006 to 2009.

Mia Kami
Climate Activist
Mia Kami is a 21 year old student from the island of Tonga. She is currently studying law and politics at the University of the South Pacific in Fiji. She is passionate about the importance of indigenous knowledge, decolonizing the mind and climate activism. She incorporates her passions into her music and uses her music as a platform to advocate for issues she feels are relevant to her Pacific brothers and sisters. With her music, she hopes to bring light to the issues affecting the Pacific in a way only music can.

Dr. Joyce Franseca C. Miranda
Fellow, Philippine Orthopaedic Association
She is a graduate of Ateneo De Manila University and Pamantasan ng lungsod ng Maynila College of Medicine, and finished residency in Orthopaedic surgery and Traumatology in the Philippine Orthopaedic center. For 14 years she has also been a medical specialist in orthopaedic surgery in the Orthopaedic Surgery of the Rizal Provincial Hospital System. She became the associate professor IV in the College of Medicine of Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila and a medical director at Metro Antipolo Hospital and Medical Center. Miranda is the President of the up and coming Rizal Doctors Hospital and Medical Center and the head of the “Oplan Korona Task Force” (Corona Task Force)

About the Organizers

Partnerships for Sustainability Education (PSE)
Partnerships for Sustainability Education (PSE) is a global network of educational partners committed to protect the natural environment, combat the climate crisis, and achieve well-being and equity for all through sustainability education.
We facilitate cooperation among schools, universities, UN agencies, civil society, faith traditions, the public and private sectors, and youth in the field of sustainability education. The world is facing an emergency and we need ground level collaboration that involves everyone, including schools and universities, to take action to build a society that is sustainable for the environment and people.

John Dewey School for Children (JDSC)
John Dewey School for Children (JDSC)
John Dewey School for Children (JDSC) is a progressive preschool, elementary, and high school based in Quezon City, Philippines. It aims to provide its students the best quality education possible using experiential, participatory, and transdisciplinary approach. The school puts a premium on character development and sustainability education.
JDSC prepares children for life. They are taught how to learn and think creatively and collaboratively to help find solutions to local and global problems.
Our team of competent and caring teachers are determined to nurture change agents and future leaders committed to build a just, equitable, and sustainable world.

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