DEIJB

A Level/IGCSE English and Literature teacher - Braeburn Schools, Kenya

Alice Wawira is an English Language and Literature teacher, IGCSE/A-Level, with a Bachelors degree in Guidance and Counselling. In addition, she holds a PGCEi from University of Nottingham, UK, and is presently pursuing a Masters degree in educational Psychology.  Currently, she is the English Coordinator at Braeside Thika, Kenya, a campus of Braeburn Group of International Schools. She is also a registered counsellor with Counsellors and Psychologists Board of Kenya. 

With over ten years’ experience teaching in international schools in both primary and secondary, Alice enjoys seeing her pupils thrive and realise their maximum potential. Passion and providing a safe learning environment of belonging and inclusivity has been key to her success as a teacher and a team leader. 

She delights in being part of the COBIS DEIJB Working Group representing East Africa because it is culturally enriching and a wonderful platform for reaching out to wider world. The Working Group offers valuable and progressive insights into DEIJB matters and the whole child protection and safeguarding practice.

Vice-Principal and Headteacher at St George’s International School, Luxembourg 

With over 20 years of senior leadership experience, Claire Nuttall is passionate about creating inclusive and dynamic learning environments. Currently serving as Vice-Principal and Headteacher at St George’s International School, Luxembourg, Claire previously led a London school to become one of the most improved in England, earning awards for student progress.

An internationally educated student herself, having attended schools in Hong Kong and Jordan, Claire thrives in the diverse, global community of international education. She co-leads #WomenEdBeLux, advocating for diversity in all forms, Claire facilitates the NPQ programmes as a leader of the European Hub, a professional learning hub led by St George’s offering training opportunities to international schools.

Head of Educational Support at Colegio Anglo Colombiano, Bogotá, Colombia

Daniel is the Head of Educational Support at Colegio Anglo Colombiano, Bogotá, Colombia. Over ten years of experience in equity and inclusive education, with special emphasis on learning variability and neurodiversity, leading processes of evaluation, intervention, collaborative planning and teaching and learning of students who face barriers towards learning. He has expertise in inclusive leadership and accessibility and assistive technology. 

Daniel Caicedo is a Psychologist, with an MSc. Developmental Psychology, Master's in Special Education. 

Year 2 Leader and DEIJB Lead Practitioner

Esther Mustamu-Daniels is an accomplished educator and DEI leader with over two decades of experience across London and the Middle East.

Currently serving as a leader at the British School Muscat, she plays a pivotal role in driving inclusive practices and fostering equity for both students and staff. Her published works—such as “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in an International Setting” and “A Call for Action”—highlight the importance of confronting systemic bias in educational contexts and translating awareness into real change.

A speaker and contributor to DEI initiatives, Esther continues to shape inclusive cultures in international schooling environments.

Principal – DSB International School

Dr Howard Gee brings over a decade of experience living in India and currently serves as the Principal of DSB International School, Mumbai. A Biologist by training, with a strong academic background from Liverpool University (Doctorate)and Manchester Metropolitan University, he has taught many subjects: currently IGCSE Physics.

His teaching journey spans a range of diverse educational settings, including schools in Manchester and Yorkshire, combining with international experience in Mexico. He is also a Peer Accreditor for COBIS.

A passionate advocate for natural history and conservation, he also enjoys exploring different cultures through history, travel, and food - interests that continually enrich both his teaching practice and personal life.

Independent International Safeguarding Consultant 

Priya is a highly qualified social worker and mental health practitioner with over 30 years of experience in education, social care, and mental health. Since 2013, she has been at the forefront of safeguarding initiatives in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, offering training, supervision, and contributing to both Government and NGO strategies. She recently chaired the International Task Force Child Protection (ITFCP) data recording working party.  

Priya serves as a school accreditation evaluator for the Council of International Schools. She is a proud partner with BSME (British Schools Middle East) and AISA (Association of International Schools in Africa) and is a volunteer trustee for AEGIS. She is actively involved in various significant projects, including:

• Delivering the Dama Al Aman student protection training within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
• Writing content for safeguarding and wellbeing for platforms such as Educare, Eduspark, and Managebac.
• Providing supervision for school counsellors and school safeguarding leads globally.
• Conducting mental wellbeing webinars for Managebac and the International School Network.
• Undertaking school accreditation visits.
• Chairing the ITFCP working party on data recording and retention.

Priya's commitment to safeguarding and child welfare is unwavering. She firmly believes that the welfare of the child must remain at the center of all educational efforts. Her previous roles have included providing safeguarding training and child protection consultation to schools in the UAE. She also founded and chaired the Abu Dhabi Child Protection Cluster Group, which collaborated with the Ministry of Interior Child Protection Center (MOI-CPC) to implement consistent policies and procedures within International Schools. Her qualifications include: BSc (Hons) Psychology,  MSc Child Development,  MA Applied Social Studies,  Diploma in Social Work,  Post Qualifying Child Care Award,  MA Leadership of School Mental Health & Wellbeing.

Deputy Head of Secondary at the British School of Bucharest

Robert is a Deputy Head of Secondary at the British School of Bucharest, where he plays a central role in whole-school development, co-curricular strategy, and community outreach.  With over 14 years of leadership experience, Rob has held senior roles in both UK and international schools. He has led on strategic initiatives ranging from pastoral development to academic enrichment. Rob is a passionate contributor to the COBIS community. He facilitates the CPML programme and serves as a trained Peer Accreditor and leads the COBIS Student Leadership Weekend. For Rob, DEIJB isn’t just policy — it’s personal. He believes that schools should be places where every individual feels they belong, regardless of background, identity, or experience. He works actively to embed equity and inclusion into every layer of school life.  

EDIB Lead at The British International School Shanghai, Puxi (BISS Puxi) 

Tracie West serves as EDIB Lead at The British International School Shanghai, Puxi (BISS Puxi) and EDIB Regional Representative for China International Schools, leading initiatives in equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging (EDIB). Her work with Nord Anglia Education focuses on establishing rights-respecting schools that guarantee equitable learning environments for both students and staff. Tracie is eager to collaborate with her professional peers as a member of the COBIS DEIJB Working Group, driving meaningful change that enriches community mindsets and transforms student experiences.

Experienced School Leader

Victoria Smith is an experienced and dedicated educational leader with over 17 years of international teaching and leadership experience across the U.S., Spain, and the U.K. Victoria brings a wealth of knowledge in curriculum development, teacher training, and school leadership. She has experience in the inspection process as an IB Authorization Self Study Team Leader, ISI Inspection Visit Committee Leader and COBIS Peer Accreditor; her expertise extends to presenting and facilitating professional development sessions at international conferences. 

Victoria holds a B.A. in Literary Studies and Social Sciences from the University of Manchester and a Postgraduate Certificate in Primary Education from Liverpool Hope University. She has also completed master's level credits at Edge Hill University. Her continuing education includes training at Harvard Graduate School of Education and a strong professional focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices, which she has applied as a DEI Coordinator in schools and in training educators globally.

In addition to her inspection responsibilities, Victoria is passionate about empowering educators to create inclusive, representative learning environments. She has trained other teachers, developed DEI-focused programs, and collaborated with educational organizations like WaterAid, as a volunteer educational consultant. 

With a background in literacy leadership, DEI and community outreach, Victoria is committed to supporting schools in achieving their best through robust accreditation processes and a shared vision for quality education.
 

DEI Educational Consultant

Zahara leads on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion across the education sector; she is a DiverseEd Associate and an Anti-racism coach for the Centre of Race, Education and Decoloniality at Leeds Beckett University.  Zahara was previously an English Teacher and Senior Lead in secondary schools. She is founder of the blog and podcast School Should Be. Her articles have featured in Schools Week, TES, WonkHE and most recently she has authored the book, Creating Belonging in the Classroom, published by Bloomsbury Education. 

Headteacher of Panyathip British International Secondary School in Laos

I am currently the Headteacher of Panyathip British International Secondary School in Laos. This role involves the leadership, management and progress of all aspects of the Secondary School of 450 students. I started at PBIS in August 2022 and my main responsibilities include the setting and maintaining of the school’s values, working with my team to set the strategic direction and vision for the school, the implementation and monitoring of our performance management system, monitoring and tracking of student progress, the consultation, implementation and monitoring  of Teaching and Learning across the whole school, the planning and monitoring of an academically innovative and forward thinking curriculum, the line management of specific subject areas and dealing with staff and personnel issues. 

I completed my NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headteachers) through Best Practice Network and was an active member of AIMS (Association of International Malaysian Schools) during my time working in Penang. I began my teaching career as a Design and Technology and Business Studies teacher, gaining QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) in the United Kingdom in 2008. Currently, I am completing my Masters in Business Administration and Leadership and serve as a Peer Accreditor for COBIS.

I am motivated by:

• a sense of the moral seriousness of what schools do;
• a conviction that education, while important, should also be fun and allow everyone to make progress;
• a belief that schools should be inclusive families in which everyone is equally valued;
• a determination that each one of us must strive to become the very best person that we can be

I am committed to school improvement and believe passionately that every child should reach their full potential – equipped with the skills, knowledge, experiences, and qualifications necessary to make positive choices as they progress through life and believe that as a teacher it is our responsibility to allow students to lead aspects of the functioning school system. I believe that schools should be student – centred learning establishments where students are supported not just academically, but holistically. We must strive to make a difference each day, every day!

I joined the DEIJB working committee because I believe in the power of inclusive environments where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered. I'm committed to advancing equity, challenging systemic barriers, and fostering a culture of belonging where all voices are heard and respected.