Healthy MindED Conference 2024
The Fed, Gateshead
THIS IS A PAST EVENT
On Tuesday 21 May 2024, we had the pleasure of hosting our eighth Healthy MindED Conference, and we can say that 2024 really has been the best year so far!
Not only did we hear from some truly remarkable experts and leaders, but it was also an incredibly timely conference; the topic of children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing is one that’s been dominating the sector recently.
In February, it was reported that the number of children referred to emergency mental healthcare in England has soared by more than 50 percent in three years, according to data that highlights the impact of lengthy waiting lists for regular NHS treatment.
Healthy MindED Conference 2024 could not have come at a better time, and we’re so pleased with the efforts made by attendees, sponsors, and of course, speakers. It was a beautiful day that equipped delegates with fresh insight and clever tools to help them BUILD A CULTURE OF RESILIENCE IN SCHOOLS!
Event Organiser
Event Main Sponsor
Event Overview
Paul Dix
Director, When the Adults Change
Paul has been working with the most difficult behaviours in the most challenging urban schools and colleges for the last 35 years. As a teacher he worked in East London, Nuneaton and Birmingham. As Director of When The Adults Change, Paul works in the UK and across the world to show people that there is another way to support children's’ behaviour. He has huge expertise in transforming school culture and changing the behaviour of adults for good.
Paul has developed a strong reputation for delivering exceptional training with remarkable outcomes. His imprint is on thousands of schools in their behaviour policy and practice. Paul's book ‘When The Adults Change, Everything Changes’ has sold more than 200,000 copies.
Paul has advised the Department for Education on Teacher Standards, given evidence to the Education Select Committee and worked with the Ministry of Justice on Behaviour and Restraint in Youth Custody.
Paul is a sought after speaker and travels the world captivating audiences and inspiring them to change. He is driven by a determination to make sure every child experiences a relational education managed by calm, highly skilled adults.
Loti Nambombe
Charity Lead, School Speaker & Mental Health Advocate, Make Life Kind
Loti's journey began when he left Angola at just 8 months old, immigrating to Belgium under circumstances that would later label him an 'illegal immigrant'. At the age of 10, seeking better opportunities, his family relocated to England. After spending 2 years in London, they settled in Manchester, where Loti spent the next 23 years of his life. Currently residing in Liverpool, Loti's professional life is predominantly centred in this city.
The uncertainties surrounding Brexit posed significant challenges for Loti and his family, as Belgian citizens not residing in Belgium. In his 30s, while already a father of two young children, Loti faced the looming threat of deportation. This struggle took a toll on his mental well-being, contributing to a decline in his mental health.
At one point, Loti's job, within one of the world's largest brands, was jeopardised due to complications with his 'Right To Work' status. Resilience proved to be key in Loti's successful comeback following these trials. He began openly sharing his struggles on social media, eventually transitioning into a speaker role, advocating for Diversity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism, Online Safety and Mental Health. Since then, Loti has emerged as a champion for those in need, using his platform to amplify their voices and advocate for their rights.
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