AD Summit Workshop:
From Ideas to Impact: Powering Sustainable Events
The session will present practical yet powerful approaches for schools to integrate environmental and social responsibility into event planning. The focus is on highlighting strategies that minimise ecological impact while also exploring avenues for events to generate positive outcomes for local and partner communities. The roles of staff, students, and the curriculum will all be explored in this context, as enthusiastic buy-in plays a crucial part in making a difference.
Gavin Dinsdale
Head of High School Activities, UWCSEA East Campus
Gavin is the Head of Activities at UWCSEA East, with over two decades of leadership experience in schools across the UK, China, and Singapore. He is particularly passionate about the power of sports and activities events to unite communities, foster inclusion, and model sustainability in action. Gavin integrates his enthusiasm for teaching and environmental responsibility into the planning and delivery of school tournaments and fixtures. He believes that strong partnerships, whether with coaches, vendors, or regional networks, are essential to creating impactful, student-centred sports experiences that also serve as exemplars for sustainable event practices.
