We will explore the vital role of oracy and spoken language skills in empowering students to articulate and disclose concerns and access support effectively. We will share ways in which we can practically prioritise oracy across the curriculum and embed it into school culture creating a safer, supportive environment for vulnerable students.
This workshop helps participants recognise and manage adult conduct concerns that fall below the threshold for harm. Through interactive case studies, attendees will explore patterns of boundary-testing and develop practical strategies to foster a proactive, speak-up culture that helps to keep students safe.
Nicotine use among teens is evolving fast, from sleek disposables to discreet pouches (snus). But the solution isn’t stronger rules or scare tactics. It’s connection, insight, and reframing. In this interactive session, Prevention Specialist Diana Hu McDowell introduces the C.A.R.E.S. Framework, a research-driven and compassionate approach to reducing student nicotine use.
Schools and teachers can work together to:
Correct misperceptions about how common nicotine use really is
Address underlying reasons for use (stress, fun, curiosity, access, peers etc.)
Reveal how nicotine rewires the brain and behavior
Intervene Early and empathetically
Strengthen collaboration across staff, students, and families
The result? A whole-school approach that replaces punishment with understanding, and empowers students to choose health and agency over habit.
Emily is founder of TSA, an advisor to the UK Government, governor and trustee to many organisations and Schools.
She has studied both a Bachelor and Masters in Law and is currently working towards her PhD in International Child Protection Law. Often a keynote speaker Emily is experienced in working both in the United Kingdom, Europe, United States, and MENA and ASEAN regions.
Emily is an expert improvement partner and experienced change manager. Emily has contributed to the Education Select Committee in the United Kingdom during COVID-19, has featured on the BBC, Sky News and many National Newspapers and TV.
Emily continues to campaign for changes to safeguarding legislation in the United Kingdom and driving a legislative reform
In today's educational landscape, understanding the impact of parental trauma is crucial for fostering a safe and supportive environment for students. This talk will explore generation trauma, how unresolved trauma in parents can directly affect children's emotional and academic well-being, equipping educators with actionable strategies to engage families effectively. By adopting a trauma-informed approach, teachers can enhance their support for students, ultimately leading to improved outcomes and healthier school communities.
