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Louise Dawson is more than an inclusion specialist—she’s a force reshaping how we understand neurodiversity in the Middle East. As an Autistic and ADHD woman, she blends personal insight with professional experience to support educators, families, and institutions in creating inclusive environments. From universal design to self-advocacy, her work challenges outdated systems and equips communities to celebrate differences instead of correcting them. For Louise, inclusion isn’t a buzzword—it’s the foundation of a better future for everyone. #NeurodiversityInEducation #InclusiveDesign #EveryMindMatters #LouiseInclusion #InclusionRevolution #HiddenDifferences #MiddleEastEducation #EmpoweredByDifference #NeurodiverseVoices #InclusiveFuture
2024 Top 20 Global Education EdRuptor / Influencers
Edruptors 2024: International education influencers of the year
2023 Finalist
2022 Finalist – Nexus Media Group
Business Women in Education
2022 Finalist
Sharing the journey of a parent of children with needs
Co-Organiser with KSIG, Muscat
Conference Speaker
Chair, Speaker and Workshop Leader
Conference Speaker
LSA Training – Scaffolding
All Staff – Engaging Parents with Wellbeing
Training and Upskilling Senior Leaders in leading inclusive education.
Year of Tolerance
How to unlock the hidden potential for learning for students of determination
How to unlock the hidden potential for learning for students of determination
Urging todays youth to redefine their success through continuoius lifelong learning.
From leaving school at 15 to becoming an international inclusion specialist in Dubai, Louise Dawson’s story is one of resilience, reinvention and purpose. In this deeply personal article, she reflects on neurodiversity, motherhood, lifelong learning and why success is not about following the expected path, but finding your own.
Moving Up at School: Supporting Children Anxious About Change
For some children, moving to a new year group is exciting. For others, it can be a source of significant anxiety. What should parents expect from schools to help ease the transition? From meeting new teachers and transition days to enhanced support for children with SEND, we explore what good transition practice looks like in UAE schools.
Louise speaks to Yalla Magazine about the trials and tribulations of online learning; as well as providing ten top tips for how parents can look after their wellbeing, their children’s welfare, as well as balance work and education.
Louise speaks to Susan Roberts at WSA about distance learning. For many families of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, the shift to distance learning in the UAE has changed the shape of the school day almost overnight. How can you help your child and family?
Louise speaks to Yalla Magazine about what Neurodiversity looks like in the classroom and how parents might be able to help.
ReadSpeaker talk about all things AI and Text to Speech which helps all students especially with English as a Second Language. With quotations from Louise.
Hot Topics in Special Needs Support – Embracing Neurodiversity and Inclusion
Why Can’t My SEND Child Get a School Place
UDL: The Universally Inclusive Adventure of Designing for Diversity
How to Find an ILSA for Your Child: A Guide
Listen to Helen Farmer discuss Exam Stress and hear Dr Ruba Tabari’s and Louise’s thoughts on Learning in Crisis & Conflict. What is happening to our children?
Listen to Helen Farmer discuss Learning in Crisis & Conflict. What is happening to our children?
Listen to Helen Farmer discuss the new Parent guidance for External Assessments: when, why and how.
Listen to Helen Farmer on Summer Survival Tips for Familiers experiencing Neurodiversity.
Listen to Helen Farmer on Inclusion with Louise and Carrie from Thriving Souls
Listen to Helen Farmer on The Big Boarding School Debate with Louise
Listen to Helen Farmer on how to help children access schools.
Listen to Helen Farmer on Inclusive Education with Adam the OT and Louise
Louise Dawson shares her journey as an autistic educator and founder of a training company focused on inclusion. Discover how she’s helping schools and parents better support neurodiverse children.
In this episode of the Leadership Passport podcast, Kevin Fullbrook interviews Louise Dawson, a prominent figure in education and leadership development. Louise shares her unique journey, including her defining moments, challenges, and insights gained from her experiences across various cultures. She emphasizes the importance of happiness, connection, and understanding in leadership, particularly in the context of neurodiversity and inclusion. The conversation highlights the significance of reflective thinking, the need for positive reinforcement, and the value of being visible as a leader.
In this season finale, host Melanie Karriem is joined by the inspiring Louise Dawson, a leading voice in inclusive education and neurodiversity advocacy.
My Inclusion Journey in the UAE
Authenticity is ugly and in this ‘Podcast’ I learned that sometimes Podcasts are videoed and I really should do my hair and make up next time !!
Tips and Tricks for Parents that Schools don’t telll you!
Darren speaks to Louise Dawson, an independent consultant and SEN expert who provides support to children, parents, assistants, teachers, Inclusion and school leaders.
Louise recalls the anxiety and mother’s guilt at the time, and her struggle to find the right education and support. It’s a fascinating story and there are lessons for other parents who may have children with special educational needs.