Providers to Educational Partners: Creating Sustainable Relationships Between Schools & Outdoor Ed Companies
Zoé Lim
Ever show up to an outdoor program as a teacher, unsure of what your role is? Or as an outdoor educator, do you struggle to engage your teachers on programs in a meaningful way?
This workshop explores the full potential in preparing both schools and outdoor educators for sustainable partnership throughout programs. We will cover essential checklists from school administration down to teachers on site, effective language and communication tactics, ideas for collaboration, and valuable preparation for program coordinators as well as outdoor educators in the field. Join us in this hour long workshop and dialogue that aims to help improve working relationships and empathetic understanding between schools and outdoor providers for a future of sustainable outdoor programs for all.
About Zoé
Zoé is the Programs Director at A-Team Edventures, where she leverages over 14 years of experience in outdoor leadership and coaching. Initially starting her career as a climbing instructor and guide, she discovered her passion for outdoor education in Hong Kong. Her diverse background includes serving as a communications executive under Malaysia’s Prime Minister’s Office, professional speechwriting, technical safety management and rigging, and working outdoors across multiple countries in Asia. She is dedicated to creating engaging outdoor programs that enhance traditional school curricula, utilizing her expertise in outdoor curriculum planning and program logistics management to foster meaningful learning experiences.
