Event Schedule
DAY 1 (Friday) : 22 August 2025
9:00 – 9:15
Opening Ceremony
Opening Remarks
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- Welcome address, theme introduction, and logistics.
9:15 – 10:15
Keynote Session 1
Fostering Empowerment: Building a Network of Women Leaders in Education
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- Sets the tone for collaboration and systemic change.
10:45 – 11:30
Concurrent Workshops
Concurrent Workshops
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- Workshop 1: From Classroom to Boardroom: How Educational Expertise Can Drive Business Growth
- Workshop 2: Bridging the Gap Between Education and Corporate Development
- Workshop 3: Building Collaborative Teams in Education
11:30 – 12:15
Breakouts Sessions
Breakouts
- Breakout 1: Bridging the Gap: Supporting Learners with Barriers in Full-Service Schools
- Breakout 2: Bridging the Gap with Technology: How Digital Tools Can Foster Inclusive Learning Environments
- Breakout 3: Innovative Strategies to Drive Education Leadership for Change
12:15 – 13:15
Panel Discussion 1
Panel Discussion
Innovative Leadership in Education: Harnessing Technology and New Approaches to Bridge Learning Gaps
14:15 – 15:15
Keynote Session
Keynote Session 2
Strategic Leadership in Transforming Education Systems
15:15 – 16:00
Concurrent Workshops
Concurrent Workshops
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- Workshop 4: Instructional Leadership as a Catalyst for Change: Strategies for Empowering Teachers in Under-Resourced Schools
- Workshop 5: Transforming Educational Leadership in Under-Resourced Communities
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- Workshop 6: Navigating Corporate-Community Partnerships in Education
16:00 – 16:10
Closing
Closing Reflections on Day 1
Key Takeaways: A recap of the most powerful insights, themes, and lessons shared throughout the day.
Setting the Stage for Day 2: A look ahead at what’s coming, with renewed energy and purpose to continue the journey of empowerment and leadership.
DAY 2 (Saturday) : 23 August 2025
9:00 - 9:15
Recap of Day 1
Recap of Day 1
9:15 - 10:15
Keynote Session 3
Building Inclusive Schools for the Future
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- Focus on equity and future-ready systems.
10:45 – 11:30
Concurrent Workshops
Concurrent Workshops
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- Workshop 5: Driving Systemic Change Through Instructional Leadership
- Workshop 6: Breaking Through Academic Barriers
- Workshop 7: Feminist Leadership: Reimagining Organisational Structures for Social Change
11:30 – 12:15
Concurrent Breakouts
Concurrent Breakouts
- Breakout 5: Empowering Future Ready Classrooms
- Breakout 6: Partnering and collaborating to drive sustainable change in education
- Breakout 7: Building Sustainable Partnerships to Drive Social Impact in Education
13:15 – 14:00
Concurrent Breakouts
Concurrent Breakouts
- Breakout 8: Inclusive Leadership in Primary Education
- Breakout 9: Transforming History Education for Primary Schools
- Breakout 10: Inclusivity in Education - A Leader’s Perspective
14:00 – 15:00
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion 2
Mentorship and Role Models: Empowering the Next Generation of Women Leaders in Education
15:00 - 15:15
Closing Keynote
The Future of Women's Leadership in Education
- Collective call to action
- Continuing the journey beyond the conference
Register for the 2025 Basic Education Women in Leadership Conference
Don't Miss Out!
Join us on 22-23 August 2025 in Cape Town for an inspiring and transformative event under the theme “Leading Beyond Boundaries: Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges.” This is your opportunity to connect with top women leaders in education, gain valuable insights, and shape the future of educational leadership.
