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Advocacy is a continuous process that can occur at different levels and in several forms. Gifted children need to have their rights and needs supported. In this regard, educators, parents, and legislators can be their spokespersons. They can affect changes to better policies, services, and programs for the gifted. In this webinar, the presenters will share strategies and tips for how to design successful advocacy messages and, then, to contribute to making a difference in the lives of gifted children around the world.
Dr. Julia Link Roberts is the Mahurin Professor of Gifted Studies at Western Kentucky University. Dr. Roberts is the Executive Director of The Center for Gifted Studies and The Gatton academy of Mathematics and Science. She is an experienced advocate at the local, state, and national levels. The National Association for Gifted Children presented her with the David Belin Award for her advocacy. Dr. Roberts is a member of the boards of the Kentucky Association for Gifted Children and The Association of the Gifted, a division of the Council for Exceptional Children. She is past president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.
Professor Mantak Yuen, Ph.D., is an esteemed Associate Professor and Director of the Laboratory and Program for Creativity and Talent Development at the Centre for Advancement in Inclusive and Special Education, the University of Hong Kong, China. As a Registered Psychologist with specializations in Counselling Psychology and Educational Psychology, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his field. Professor Yuen’s groundbreaking work includes the development and validation of The Life Skills Development Self-Efficacy Inventories. These pioneering measurement tools assess Asian learners’ self-efficacy in applying life skills across academic, personal-social, and career and talent development domains. In addition to his research, Professor Yuen is a dedicated course leader for the Master of Education in Gifted Education and Talent Development program. He also serves as the Vice-President of the Asia-Pacific Federation on Giftedness and represents Hong Kong, China, as a delegate to the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.
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