Judy Halbert

When Linda Kaser and I started the Networks of Inquiry and Indigenous Education over twenty years ago, I never expected that it would become a lifetime passion focused on quality and equity for all learners. Our goal in the network is that 'every learner crosses the stage with dignity, purpose and options.' The Spiral of Inquiry is the result of our years of working with schools in a range of jurisdictions and we have been deeply influenced by the work of Helen Timperley and her colleagues at the University of Auckland. In addition to facilitating the the network, Linda and I lead the Transformative Educational Leadership Program at the University of British Columbia. As Canadians, we are committed to ensuring that learners of all ages gain an understanding of and respect for Indigenous ways of knowing. This is part of our work towards Truth and Reconciliation. I get great joy seeing the educators we work with grow into powerful leaders at every level of the system. When I'm not teaching or supporting the network, I love to hike, read, play golf, hang out with my grandkids - and eventually play pickle ball when I find the time.