About

FOUNDER

M.A., Doctorate in Special Educational Needs, is the founder of the Bali Dyslexia Foundation and President of the Rotary Club of Lovina, Bali. Originally from the UK, she is a passionate advocate for educational equity in Indonesia. As a teacher, assessor, curriculum designer, and literacy intervention specialist, she has dedicated her career to supporting children with dyslexia. Through the Bali Dyslexia Foundation, Andie works to remove social and educational barriers, ensuring that children with learning differences have equal access to quality education and opportunities.

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Dr. P. Leith Krakouer, Grad.Dip.Ed., M.Ed., Ph.D., Post Doctoral Researcher (University of London), is a researcher and educator with over 30 years of experience in autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, speech and language development, behavior management, and dyslexia. He founded Indonesia’s first privately funded center specializing in education for children with developmental and learning differences. Based in Bali, he has spent the past eight years training teachers across remote communities in Bali, Java, and Kalimantan, empowering local educators with practical skills to support inclusive education.

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Soraya, originally from Jakarta, has lived and worked in Bali for over 20 years. As a successful entrepreneur in residential property development across Kerobokan and Lovina, she is committed to creating positive change beyond business. A strong advocate for equal education for all abilities, Soraya dedicates her time and efforts to the Bali Dyslexia Foundation, helping provide greater opportunities and support for disadvantaged children with dyslexia in Bali.

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Trika is an educator dedicated to providing affordable education for underserved communities in Bali. He manages several non-formal education and training institutions, as well as a Hindu senior high school. Holding both a bachelor's and master's degree in English Language Education from Ganesha University of Education, he is also an active researcher who has presented his work at international conferences across Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Cambodia, and Hong Kong.

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Jantien is the Director of PT Isama Bali Indonesia and a humanitarian with a background in social therapy. She gained experience supporting young adults with addiction at the Kuno van Dijk Foundation in the Netherlands and has worked with children with special educational needs. A Rotarian since 2021, Jantien brings her passion for community service and her understanding of dyslexia to the Bali Dyslexia Foundation, where she proudly serves as an ambassador.

Mark Stoddart is a celebrated Scottish sculptor, designer, and Co-Founder of the North Bali School of the Arts (NBSA). As a person with dyslexia and dyspraxia, he is a passionate advocate for neurodivergent learners and has served as an ambassador for Dyslexia Scotland for over a decade. Through his generosity, lived experience, and support of the Bali Dyslexia Foundation, Mark helps create inclusive learning environments where creativity and diverse ways of thinking are celebrated. His mission is to raise awareness, remove barriers, and empower neurodivergent learners to reach their full potential.

Cath is a British career diplomat with extensive international experience, having lived and worked in countries including India, Belgium, Argentina, and Indonesia. Passionate about education, literacy, and inclusive learning, she has developed accessible learning programs through the UK Diplomatic Academy and has witnessed the impact of inclusive education through both her professional and personal experiences. With family members who are dyslexic, Cath is committed to promoting greater understanding of dyslexia and is proud to serve as an Ambassador for the Bali Dyslexia Foundation, supporting its mission to create more inclusive educational opportunities.

Craig Jenkins is an advocate for inclusion and educational equity and a long-time supporter of the Bali Dyslexia Foundation. With a background in youth development, social justice, and intercultural engagement, he is dedicated to expanding access to inclusive education for all children. Craig supports BDF’s international outreach, builds strategic partnerships, and mentors interns and Erasmus+ participants. Through his commitment to neurodiversity, he helps create learning environments where every child is valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.