influencing education across the globe
Dr. Avis E. Glaze
Avis has influenced educational thought and discourse through her work with teachers, principals, superintendents, directors of education, politicians, parents, business and community leaders across the globe in countries such as:
Australia • The Bahamas • Barbados • Bermuda • Canada • Cayman Islands • Colombia • Denmark • England • Finland Germany • Ireland • Italy • Jamaica • Latvia • Mexico • New Zealand • Norway • Scotland • Singapore • South Africa • Sweden The Netherlands •Trinidad and Tobago • USA • Wales
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RUMINATIONS
BENNS’ BELIEF: AVIS GLAZE HELPED BREAK DOWN BARRIERS
International Women’s Day, March 8th, 2025. The rain splashing on my windows was somehow comforting. Rain is always good, someone once told me, it is a harbinger of hard work, growth and a bountiful harvest.
The day set me thinking, how things have progressed. It was a different world all those many years ago when I left Jamaica and came to Canada to pursue my studies in the field of Education.
Sitting by the fireside, coffee mug in hand, memories came flooding back to me. Roderick Benns, a long time friend and associate, summed it up so well in an article he wrote that was published in the Lindsay Advocate. I am humbled by his accolade that “Avis Glaze helped break down barriers.”
Throughout my career, I certainly worked hard at doing my part to help break down barriers. But I hasten to add that I am not alone in this endeavour. Many others, both women and men, have taken on the fight for fairness and justice with indefatigable zeal.
There is always more to be done when it comes to the lifelong pursuit of justice and Human Rights. Stamina, determination, persistence and a thick skin are required to do this work as well as the need to fortify ourselves and find ways to replenish our energy, vitality and resolve. Keeping our optimism alive is essential.
KING CHARLES III CORONATION MEDAL
Dr. Avis Glaze has been honoured with the King Charles III Coronation Medal in recognition for her remarkable contributions to education both nationally and internationally.
This prestigious honour, created to commemorate the May 6, 2023 coronation of King Charles III, awards Canadians who have made a noteworthy contribution to Canada, or a specific province, territory, region, or community within Canada, or have accomplished outstanding achievements overseas that bring honour to Canada.
The Presentation Ceremony took place in Ladner, British Columbia, on December 14, 2024.
FOND MEMORIES
Avis Glaze was invited to present a keynote address at the World Education Summit, March 22, 2022. Her topic was on how equity, social justice and empathy need to be embedded into the education system.
“It was such an honour to be invited; to share the stage with renowned educators from around the world; and, to speak to an audience of 50,000 plus from 87 different countries!”
Avis Glaze
In Norway, at the invitation of Queen Sonya, to speak to principals of schools with the Queen Sonya Award
SERVICES
“If you had money only to do two things, you should do this: improve your instructional effectiveness and build the capacity of your leadership cadre. According to research, these are two things over which school systems have control.” Avis Glaze
Organizations invite Dr. Glaze to review their progress on strategic priorities, identify gaps, propose solutions and identify areas for improvement. This process includes … MORE
Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada; James Bartleman, Lieutnant Governor of Ontario, Former Attorney General, Roy McMurtry and other dignitaries.
Avis featured in Education Week, Peter DeWitt’s Finding Common Ground, as one of 18 Women All K-12 Educators Should Know. “Dr. Avis Glaze is an international leader in the field of education. As one of Canada’s outstanding educators, she has been recognized for her work in leadership development, … MORE