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Interactive Workshops

Join us at the International Inclusive Education Symposium in the Kassena-Nankana East District. Engage with 50 educators and leaders to explore and promote inclusive education. Dynamic speakers, and professors from George Washington University will lead diverse workshops. This is an opportunity to enhance your knowledge and network within the educational community.

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Graduate School of Education and Human Development

"Drs. Doran Gresham and Laura Engel collaborated with GSEHD alumna Elaine Walton[...] to organize the inaugural International Inclusive Education Symposium (IIES). "

Dr. Laura Engel *

Professor of International Education and International Affairs at the George Washington University in Washington, DC (US). She directs the Global Education Lab, & serves as Chairholder of the UNESCO Chair in International Education for Development

Dr. Doran Gresham *

Assistant Professor in the Special Education & Disability Studies department at George Washington University. His research pertains to students with Emotional & Behavioral Disabilities. *He is one of the International Inclusive Education Symposium organizers.

Elaine J. Walton, M.A. Ed.

International Education & Nonprofit Leader | Specializing in Program Development & Community Outreach *She is one of the International Inclusive Education Symposium (IIES) organizers.

Madam Rohvaughna Richardson

Licensed Professional Counselor, has resided in Ghana, West Africa since 2016. Founder and Global Servant-Leader of Esteem Resources Africa.

Dr. Adam Awine

Adam Awini (PhD) is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Special Education, Faculty of Applied Behavioural Sciences in Education of the University of the Education, Winneba

Valerius Sandow

A dynamic Lecturer and Quality Control Officer at St. John Bosco's College of Education in Navrongo, Ghana. He is dedicated to advancing equity and inclusion for all learners.

Symposium Schedule

International Inclusive Education Symposium 2026 Agenda

Welcome Address

Mr. Robert Sampana- Director of Management & Advocacy J.O.S.C School

Opening Activity & Introductions

Mrs. Elaine Walton- Tiina Jori Ko Ba Nonprofit NGO

The Inclusive Education Landscape

Dr. Doran Gresham-George Washington University-SEDS Program

Towards Greater Inclusion

Dr. Adam Awine- University of Education -Winneba

Balancing Work as an Inclusive Educator

Mdm. Rohvaughna Richardson, LPC - Esteem Resources Africa

The Importance of Inclusive Education

Valerius Azuure Sandow - St. John Bosco's College Of Education

Workshop

Concept 1

Balancing Life as an Inclusive Educator

Led by: Mdm. Rohvaughna Richardson, LPC

Concept 2

Using Ghanaian Sign Language in your IE Class

Led by: Mr. Robert Sampana

Closing Remarks & Take-Aways

Elaine Walton - Tiina Jori Ko Ba

“Inclusive education benefits students by enhancing their social skills, fostering empathy, and cooperation, and improving academic outcomes."

- 2024 IIES Participant,

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Symposium Schedule

International Inclusive Education Symposium 2026 Agenda

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