International Boys' Schools Coalition Exploring Boys' Education (Members Channel)

S1/Ep.14 - Women in Leadership in Boys' Schools

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Explore the role of women in leadership in boys’ schools as Minna Shulman and Kathy Funamoto from Selwyn House School (Canada) and Lorri Hamilton Durbin from Town School for Boys (United States) share their insight and experience. These leaders draw on their successful careers in boys’ schools to inspire and challenge listeners with the power of diversity in leadership. Glimpse the challenges and joys of leading in a boys’ school and gain sage advice for teachers and leadership teams.
31 May 2020 English South Africa Education

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