This section of our website is dedicated to fostering connections among professionals who share similar areas of expertise or can provide support on specific inquiries related to Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Inclusion practices globally.

Here, you can:

  • Connect with Peers Reach out to other professionals who have expertise in your field or areas where you need support. Building these connections can help you find valuable insights and solutions

  • Seek Support If you have a specific inquiry related to SEN or Inclusion practices, you can find professionals who can offer guidance and assistance

  • Become a GLOSIN Professional showcase your work and support Inclusive practitioners around the world

This interactive space aims to create a supportive network where professionals can collaborate, share knowledge, and enhance their practices in SEN and Inclusion.

 

 

 

 

Meet our team

Get to know the professionals who are shaping the future of inclusive education and become part of the first culturally responsive Special Education Needs Global Network

Natalie Chant

Founder of GLOSIN, SENDCO and Inclusion Lead- London, UK

BA(Hons) Cultures and Human Rights,PGCert in Education, PGCert in SEND and Inclusion, NASENCO, MA in Cultural Sociology

 

Before qualifying as a teacher, I spent 10 years working in the fields of education and human rights in various countries, including India, Nepal, Niger, and Burkina Faso.

I am passionate about Inclusion and Culturally Informed Practice

 

Enrico Riva

Specialist Dyslexia & SpLD Tutor- London, UK

BA( Hons), PGCert in Teaching Adult Dyslexic Learners in Higher and Further Education

 

I am a freelance Assistive Technology Assessor and Trainer with extensive experience of working with a range of clients including access to work referrals and DSA university students.

I am also a 

Anila Khan

(Actually Autistic)

Clinical Psychologist,
Speech & Language Therapist,
Psychotherapist & Trainer - Pakistan

BS(Hons) Psychology,Advanced Diploma in Clinical Psychology, Associate Degree in Clinical Psychology

 

Global-International Director for Sound of Autism

Founder, ( GAPDAS) Global Alliance for Person with Different, Additional and Special Needs

Co- Founder, RCAT  Recovering from Childhood Absue and  Trauma  (UK) 

 

Interested in global perspective of autistic black, brown, white and racial community world wide

Luca Grandi

Expert in Assistive Technology, Italy

I actively collaborate with the Italian Dyslexia Association (AID) and various Italian universities as an expert in assistive technologies.

Specialty

  • Specific Learning Disorders (SLD)
  • School and workplace inclusion
  • Consultancy for adults with SLD
  • Assistive technologies to support learning and professional development
  • Neurodiversity and well-being

Cultural Background/Expertise
I have extensive knowledge of the Italian educational system and its challenges in fostering inclusion, particularly for students with SLD and other SEN. I strongly believe in the importance of an inclusive and welcoming approach that promotes the expression of every individual’s full potential.

Sabrina Carletti

Special Education Teacher, Italy

 

BA (Hons) in Communcation Studies, Diploma in Dramatic Acting, PgCert in Special Education Needs

 

My teaching philosophy emphasizes the transformative power of theater in education, using it as a tool for self-exploration, communication development, and group identity building. I am  deeply committed to fostering inclusive and dynamic learning environments that embrace failure as a pathway to growth and discovery.

 

Ronald Kevin Pineda

Head of Inclusion at The Philippine Global School, Abu Dabi, UAE

BEd in Secondary Education and Teaching English, MA in Special Education and Teaching

Abir Sadek

Head of Inclusion, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

As the Head of Inclusion in the UAE, I am deeply committed to supporting our SEND students and their families, ensuring they have the necessary resources and opportunities to thrive. It is my passion to advocate for these students, working alongside educators and families to create a more inclusive and equitable learning environment.

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

HOW DO I JOIN THE NETWORK AND BECOME A GLOSIN PROFESSIONAL?

If you'd like to join the network as a GLOSIN Support Professional, we'd love to hear from you! Here's what to do:

**Submit a short bio** highlighting your expertise in SEN/Inclusion.

Include:

  1. Location
  2. Specialty (e.g., Autism, Dyslexia, Inclusion practices)
  3. Cultural Background/Expertise (if applicable)
  4. Short Bio and Personal Approach
  5. LinkedIn Link

**Include a photo** of yourself.

Send to : info@glosinnetwork.org

The information provided will be posted on this page.

 

HOW DO I CONNECT WITH A GLOSIN PROFESSIONAL?

Easy! Each GLOSIN Professional profile will display their location, a brief bio, area of expertise, and a link to their LinkedIn profile. Once you've identified the professional you’d like to connect with, simply click on their LinkedIn link to explore their experience and reach out to them directly.

IS JOINING GLOSIN FREE?

Absolutely! You don’t need to become a GLOSIN Professional to connect with other experts. However, we believe in the value of each person’s unique cultural background, experience, and knowledge. We’d be thrilled to have you join us!

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