The Schedule
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Khmer Training Day
Khmer Training Day
Wednesday 16th October 7.30 - 4pm
7.30 - 8am: Registration & collect Lanyard
8am: Opening of Conference
9am: Break and Refreshments
9.30am to 11am: Level 1 Safeguarding certification part 1 (mandatory)
11 - 12 noon: Hot lunch
12noon - 1.30pm: Level 1 Safeguarding certification part 2
1.30 - 2pm: Level 1 Test and Break with refreshements
2 - 3pm: A21 presentation
3 - 3.30pm: CPU Mandatory reporting
3.30am: Certificate presentations and closing
Pre-Symp Training
Pre-Symp Training
Thursday 17th October 8 - 3pm
8am: Registration
Two Groups meet during Breaks and Lunch
8.30am - 3pm: Love Hurts by Aylssa Temple
8.30am to 3pm: Safeguarding in Action by Sian Jorgensen
Symposium Day 1
Symposium Day 1
Friday 18th October 7.30 - 4pm
7.30 - 8am: Registration & collect Lanyard
8.40am: Opening of Conference by His Excellency British Ambassador followed by Keynote
9.30-9.50am Break and refreshments
9.50am to 11.20am: Workshop 1 (55mins) and open Q & A opportunity (30 minutes)
11.20am - 12.20pm : Hot lunch
12.20pm - 1.20pm: Workshop 2 (55 minutes each)
1.30pm - 2.30pm: Presentation
2.30 - 2.50pm: Break and refreshments
2.50pm - 4pm: Group shared learning and close
Symposium Day 2
Symposium Day 2
Saturday 19th October 8 - 3pm
8.00am: Registration & collect Lanyards
8.30am: Opening Presentation
9.30-10am: Break and refreshments
10 - 12noon : 2 workshop (55 minutes)
12 - 1pm: hot lunch
1 - 2pm: 1 workshop (55 minutes each)
2-3pm : Q & A Panel and closing remarks.
Keynote - Learning from the Past to Be Better in the Future
Using case studies Sian will explore past safeguarding failures in international schools, identifying common vulnerabilities and discussing preventative measures. Focusing on how schools can strengthen safeguarding practices to protect their students
Keynote - Learning from the Past to Be Better in the Future
Using case studies Sian will explore past safeguarding failures in international schools, identifying common vulnerabilities and discussing preventative measures. Focusing on how schools can strengthen safeguarding practices to protect their students
Workshop Options
Workshop Options
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Surviving Girl Drama
Surviving Girl Drama
Aimed at: All Teaching & Pastoral Staff Working with Friendship Issues
Workshop Overview:
This workshop addresses the complexities of friendship dynamics among girls, often referred to as "girl drama." Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how these social interactions develop and how to effectively support students in navigating them.
Empowering Young Voices: Building Body Safety and Assertiveness in International Schools
Empowering Young Voices: Building Body Safety and Assertiveness in International Schools
Aimed at: Educators, School Counselors, and Pastoral Staff
Workshop Overview:
This interactive workshop focuses on fostering agency and assertiveness in young children regarding body safety. Tailored to the international school context, the session provides educators with practical strategies to help children understand appropriate and inappropriate touch and communicate their boundaries effectively.
Risk Assessing Suicide Risk and Managing Return to School After an Attempt
Risk Assessing Suicide Risk and Managing Return to School After an Attempt
Aimed at: School Counsellors, Pastoral Staff, DSLs
Workshop Overview:
This critical session focuses on assessing suicide risk among students and managing their safe return to school after a suicide attempt. The workshop provides participants with the necessary skills to identify and evaluate suicidal ideation, along with structured approaches to support at-risk students.
Child-Focused Interviewing: Using the ‘SAFE Interviewing’ Method
Child-Focused Interviewing: Using the ‘SAFE Interviewing’ Method
Aimed at: School Counsellors, DSLs, and Pastoral Staff
Workshop Overview:
This session introduces the ‘© Child Focused SAFE Interviewing’ method, a new approach designed specifically for school settings. The workshop provides participants with practical tools to conduct child-focused interviews that are Strategic, Accessible, Factual, and Empowering.
Mastering Supportive Conversations: Techniques to have empowering and positive conversations with parents, student and colleagues
Mastering Supportive Conversations: Techniques to have empowering and positive conversations with parents, student and colleagues
Aimed at: All School Staff Engaging with Parents
Workshop Overview:
This session explores the key component elements of a supportive conversation, and equips staff with the knowledge to manage sensitive conversations with parents, particularly regarding child protection concerns. Participants will learn the techniques to foster constructive dialogue, how to maintain empathy, and tools to build supportive relationships with parents whilst addressing critical issues.
Managing harmful sexual behaviours (HSB) in schools
Managing harmful sexual behaviours (HSB) in schools
This workshop introduces the work of the Lucy Faithfull Foundation and shares findings from their three-year action research on preventing HSB in schools. Participants will gain insights into how to manage HSB using a ‘Six Rs’ model in their own settings: recognising, responding, recording, reporting, risk-assessing and reflecting.
Exploring Real-World Safeguarding Scenarios
Exploring Real-World Safeguarding Scenarios
Aimed at: Educators, School Leaders, and Safeguarding Teams
Workshop Overview:
This workshop provides a platform for participants to delve into real-life safeguarding scenarios, sharing experiences and challenges with peers. Through group discussions and expert guidance, participants will explore practical solutions and enhance their safeguarding practices.
The Neurological Effects of Pornography on the Teenage Brain
The Neurological Effects of Pornography on the Teenage Brain
Aimed at: DSLs, School Counsellors, and Pastoral Staff
Workshop Overview:
In this workshop, participants will explore the neurological impacts of pornography on the teenage brain. Led by an experienced DSL, the session will provide insights into the complexities of this issue and offer strategies to support and safeguard students in navigating these challenges.
Understanding Non-Suicidal Self Injury and Parasuicide: Guidance for School Staff
Understanding Non-Suicidal Self Injury and Parasuicide: Guidance for School Staff
Aimed at: All school staff
Workshop Overview:
This session equips school staff with the knowledge and tools needed to recognize and respond to non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) among students. Participants will explore the underlying reasons why young people may engage in self-harm and learn practical steps for intervention and support.
Creative Interventions with Traumatised Children
Creative Interventions with Traumatised Children
Aimed at: School Counsellors, DSLs, and Pastoral Staff
Workshop Overview:
This session provides a hands-on approach to supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma. Participants will explore a variety of creative interventions designed to help students express and process their experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
The Neurological Effects of Pornography on the Teenage Brain
The Neurological Effects of Pornography on the Teenage Brain
Aimed at: DSLs, School Counsellors, and Pastoral Staff
Workshop Overview:
In this workshop, participants will explore the neurological impacts of pornography on the teenage brain. Led by an experienced DSL, the session will provide insights into the complexities of this issue and offer strategies to support and safeguard students in navigating these challenges.
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