Creating a Culture of Care: Cultural Responsiveness and Safeguarding: 3-part Course: 21, 22, 23 April
Creating a Culture of Care: Cultural Responsiveness and Safeguarding: 3-part Course: 21, 22, 23 April
Monday 21 April 2025 – 08:00-10:00 (London) 11:00 – 13:00 (Qatar)
Tuesday 22 April 2025 – 08:00-10:00 (London) 11:00 – 13:00 (Qatar)
Wednesday 23 April 2025 – 08:00-10:00 (London) 11:00 – 13:00 (Qatar)
AlJawhara is safeguarding and child protection advocate that been a foundational force in cultivating awareness on the importance of safeguarding in Qatar. With a deep understanding of both international best practices and local laws, cultures, and customs, AlJawhara has crafted policies, procedures, and training programs that reflect a unique blend of global standards and regional context. Al Jawhara’s course emphasizes the importance of recognizing and meeting your community where they are, and going on the journey together, rather than importing and applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
Course Description
This immersive training is designed to help international educators develop a nuanced, context-driven approach to safeguarding. Safeguarding is rarely straightforward; context, culture, and varying maturity levels in child protection laws often create complex, “gray areas” where simple solutions fall short. This course recognizes that safeguarding systems developed in one setting cannot simply be transplanted into another. Instead, participants will learn how to adapt policies, procedures, and best practices in ways that are culturally relevant, community-aligned, and genuinely empowering for staff.
Throughout the training, we’ll explore safeguarding as a collaborative effort—one that works with schools and communities rather than imposing on them. By delving deeply into concepts of abuse, neglect, child protection, and safeguarding, participants will learn to think systematically, acknowledging the unique characteristics of each environment. Moving from a top-down approach to one of genuine partnership, participants will leave equipped with the knowledge and tools to create more responsive, supportive, and sustainable safeguarding systems that respect both the community and the individuals they are designed to protect.
This course combines interactive discussions, case studies, and practical exercises to make safeguarding not just a framework but a living, adaptable practice that evolves with each unique setting. Join us to gain a deeper, more contextualized understanding of safeguarding and build meaningful strategies that enhance safety and trust within your school community.
About the presenter
AlJawhara Al Thani is the Head of Safeguarding and Wellbeing at Qatar Foundation Schools, where she has been a foundational force in developing the Safeguarding and Child Protection program since its inception. With a deep understanding of both international best practices and local laws, cultures, and customs, AlJawhara has crafted policies, procedures, and training programs that reflect a unique blend of global standards and regional context. Her work is distinguished by a commitment to fostering inclusive dialogues that prioritize the child’s wellbeing, regardless of age, ability, culture, or gender. Beyond her role in safeguarding, AlJawhara is passionate about driving meaningful change in educational and organizational settings.
As an Organizational Development Consultant and Safeguarding Trainer, she empowers schools and institutions to transform their practices from the inside out, aligning them with contemporary safeguarding standards that are responsive to cultural nuances. AlJawhara holds an MA in Change Leadership – Organizational Psychology from Columbia University, an MA in Sociology of Education and Cultural Studies from New York University, and a BSFS in Culture and Politics from Georgetown School of Foreign Service in Qatar. Her unique academic and professional background enables her to bridge diverse disciplines, bringing a rich, interdisciplinary perspective to her work in safeguarding and organizational change.