Professional Courage with Sarah Louise Gandolfo (Ep 16)
Welcome to another compelling episode of For Your Ears from the Early Years, hosted by Lili-Ann Kriegler from Kriegler Education. In this engaging conversation, Lili-Ann sits down with Sarah Louise Gandolfo, a respected leader in early childhood education, to explore the nuanced and transformative role of professional courage in today’s challenging landscape.
Sarah Louise unpacks how small, consistent acts of bravery in leadership can create culturally safe environments for children and educators alike. Together, they discuss the importance of embedding First Nations perspectives into early years practice, reflecting on how prioritising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures benefits all children.
The conversation also touches on the challenges of balancing optimism with realism in leadership, the lessons we learn from missteps, and the importance of creating space for difficult but necessary conversations. Sarah Louise shares her excitement for the next generation of early childhood educators, whose innovative thinking and global perspectives promise to shape a dynamic and inclusive future for the sector.
Drawing inspiration from the wisdom of Maya Angelou and Sir Ken Robinson, this episode is a thought-provoking exploration of creativity, adaptability, and opportunities for growth in early childhood education. Whether you’re an educator, leader, or advocate, this conversation has insights and practical reflections to inspire your professional journey.
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Lili-Ann Kriegler (B. A Hons, H. Dip. Ed, M.Ed.) is an award-winning author and Melbourne-based education consultant. Her books are 'The Power of Play' for educators and 'Roots and Wings' for parents. Lili-Ann’ is a leader in early childhood education (birth to years), leadership and optimising human thinking and cognition. She runs her consultancy, Kriegler-Education. She is passionate about the early childhood sector and believes in the transformational power of education.
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