Roger Mitchell

Emotionally Available School​

Conference Speaking

Roger has spoken to many audiences locally, regionally, nationally and internationally, including presenting the Opening Keynote for the “Children’s Health and Mental Wellbeing” conference at the World Inclusion Congress 2025 in Amaty, Kazakhstan.

In the last year, Roger has spoken at events for his own borough, for nurtureuk and at the London Violence Reduction Unit’s “Inclusion Charter” Launch and Good Practice Sharing event.

By the end of 2025, Roger will also have delivered several guest lectures for university education faculties, spoken at the Greenwich Inclusion Conference, at the ARC London and South East Region Conference and The ARC 2025 National Conference.

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World Inclusion Congress 2025
Almaty, Kazakhstan

"You had the World Inclusion Congress Grand Hall stage on which to share your passion for kind and inclusive schools and you were just brilliant! It was so good to hear such positive stories!"
"A fantastic way to round off the first day of the World Inclusion Congress 2025. Roger Mitchell sent everyone off inspired and motivated! How to create a truly inclusive school? See Roger! Fantastic job sir!"
"Due to a programme change to put him on the main stage, Roger was expecting that his keynote speech was going to be the next day, and only realised he was up next when he saw his own face on the massive screen. Like a pro, he just got up and nailed it."
"I really loved the energy and the congruence in all our messages and I look forward to collaborating with each of you in the future. Real pleasure to hear about the amazing work you all do!"
"Your talk was brilliant and the work your school is doing is brilliant. An amazing example of how respect, empathy and understanding really work. Thank you for sharing! Your story gives so much hope for young people!"
"It has been such a pleasure to meet and be inspired by so many other speakers like Roger Mitchell whose expertise in Emotionally Available Schools is outstanding."
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Roger speaking at the Greenwich Inclusion Conference at the Charlton Atheletic FC ground in October 2025

Greenwich Inclusion Conference – 07/10/2025

“An incredible day exploring our inclusive practice. We had some powerful key note speakers focusing on what it means to be a relational school, curiosity of our children’s lived experience and bringing about a sense of belonging through nurture.”

“Really enjoyed your presentation today at Charlton stadium, Roger.”

“Such an inspiring day. Thank you, Roger, for your thought-provoking experiences and approaches around a culture of belonging.”

ARC London and SE Conference – 04/07/2025

“A massive thank you for your enthusiastic and committed support on Friday at Earls Court – greatly appreciated.”

“Roger Mitchell’s workshop at the ARC South East Conference was truly exceptional. His presentation on transforming a fractured school into an ‘Emotionally Available School’ was both insightful and immediately actionable.”

“Roger’s deep experience predates the mainstream trauma-informed movement, giving him unique wisdom on building a successful school culture. He demonstrated precisely how prioritising the specific needs of pupils and fostering strong, effective relationships among staff and pupils are the keys to profound school turnaround.”

“Roger’s talk is a must-see for any school leader who is serious about culture change and achieving success for every child.”

Attachment Research Community
Annual Conference 2025

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“My staff came back from ARC talking about your presentation. We would love to get you to Shropshire. Hearing your story and what you are achieving is just amazing.”

“Thank you for your workshop today. It was really inspiring and encouraging to me to hear what you said.”

“Stellar speaker!”