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Keynote speakers

Kristy Coward

Department of Education
Biography

Kristy Coward is the Director of Organisational Safety and Wellbeing – Strategy and Performance at the Department of Education. With a background of over 20 years focused on injury management and corporate health programs, Kristy brings a wealth of expertise to her role. She was instrumental in launching the department Health, Safety and Wellbeing Strategy in March this year, demonstrating her commitment to enhancing safety protocols and promoting holistic wellbeing within the department. Kristy’s strategic vision and dedication to fostering resilience and inclusivity make her an invaluable leader in creating a safe and supportive environment for all staff and students. Her efforts are instrumental in ensuring that the department maintains its commitment to excellence in health, safety and wellbeing practices.

Join us at the Department of Education for an informative session on our evolving safety management system and its impact on Practical Workshops. Learn about our new HSW Assurance Program for ITD, our comprehensive WHS strategy, and how we’re transforming our recent enforceable undertaking into a catalyst for systematic change. Explore how these initiatives are enhancing safety in in practical workshops.

Cassandra Aldcroft

Department of Education
Biography

Cassandra Aldcroft is the Manager of HSW Assurance for the Department of Education Queensland, responsible for leading the ITD (Practical Workshops) program. With a rich background spanning over 20 years in health and safety, Cassandra is acknowledged as a contemporary safety leader. She has spearheaded the introduction of innovative safety strategies within the program, emphasising a human-centered approach to improvement. Cassandra is deeply committed to leveraging evidence-based research and insights from workers to enhance safety practices and ensure the wellbeing of all individuals within educational settings. Her extensive experience and dedication to excellence make her a pivotal figure in driving positive change and fostering a culture of safety within the education sector.

Join us at the Department of Education for an informative session on our evolving safety management system and its impact on Practical Workshops. Learn about our new HSW Assurance Program for ITD, our comprehensive WHS strategy, and how we’re transforming our recent enforceable undertaking into a catalyst for systematic change. Explore how these initiatives are enhancing safety in in practical workshops.

QUT School of Design

Biography

At QUT School of Design our students and researchers are part of a sustainability-focused, multidisciplinary school with close connections to the design profession. Our courses explore new digital technologies within well-equipped workshops and studios that offer a unique hands-on university experience. Our design program has won national and international teaching awards including the QS Wharton Overall Global Education Program award and the AAUT Program award for Programs that Enhance Learning.  

QUT School of Design is leading the way in approaching Design of the Future in our 4 disciplines of Industrial, Fashion, Visual Communication and Interaction Design. Hear key insights on Artificial Intelligence and its effect on the role of the designer and learn about important design technologies that we are incorporating into the classroom. Key lecturers from Design will present on this topic and will be keen to meet you and talk further in the booth during the DATTA conference.