8 audacious people sharing an Insatiable thirst for learning improvement, personal growth and to remove barriers to achievement.

Through Working Together We Can Create Change

Meet the Team

  • Dr Andrea Carroll, Founder & Director

  • Leith Krakouer

    Dr .P. Leith Krakouer. Trustee Board Member

  • Raden Roro Fitricia Trustee Board Member

  • I Ketut, Trika Adi Ana, S.Pd., Trustee Board Member

  • Jantien Brug Van De bos Trustee Board Member

Meet our Ambassadors:

  • Mark Stoddart

  • Cath Jenkins

  • Craig Jenkins

FOUNDER

Trustee Board Member

Trustee Board Member

Trustee Board Member

Dr Andrea Carroll (Andie) M.A & Doctorate in Special Educational needs.

Dr Andrea Carroll (Andie) M.A & Doctorate in Special Educational needs.

President of the Rotary Club Lovina, Bali.

An activist in education, originally from the UK, who fights passionately against Inequalities on education in Indonesia.

Known as a Teacher, an Assessor, a Curriculum Designer and an expert in crafting remedial literacy programs and educational interventions for dyslexic children.

Andie has a huge appetite for challenging work and a strong desire to shine the light on dyslexia in some of the remote disadvantaged locations in Bali.

Working in the education sector for many years she feels compelled to create a foundation Which will uphold key principles, which are to supports students with dyslexia and allow children with learning differences to seek opportunities without being marginalized.

Remove social and educational barriers to language acquisition is her ultimate goal and outcome of creating the NGO, Bali Dyslexia Foundation.

Dr. P. Leith Krakouer .B.A.

Grad.Dip.Ed.,M.Ed.,Ph.D.,Post Doc. School of Psychology and Human. Development. I.O.E., (University of London)

Dr Leith, established the first privately owned and funded body in Indonesia to specialize in the education of children with Autism, Down Syndrome, ADD/ADHD and Dyslexia.

Dr. P. Leith Krakouer has some thirty years experience as a Researcher and Educator of children with Cognitive Dysfunctions, particularly in the domains of Autism, Speech and Language Delay, Behavior Management and Dyslexia. Furthermore, he has extensive clinical expertise in the diagnosis and implementation of effective intervention strategies that empower these individuals to manage their condition.

Dr. Krakouer is frequently invited to lecture in Europe and America to discuss how Autism impacts families, especially parents. He conducts intensive training sessions to equip family members with vital knowledge and skills that are specifically designed to assist their Autistic child or relative.

For the past eight years, he has have resided in Bali Indonesia, developing teacher training techniques that utilize local classrooms and community buildings. This focus has been among remote and regional folk in Kalimantan, Java and Bali, particularly individuals who have not had the opportunity to graduate in a formal degree setting or University. Thereby facilitating the means where isolated individuals, who are passionate to teach can acquire vital skills, return to their own community or village and implement them.

Raden Roro Fitricia Soraya

Originally from Jakarta living and working in Bali for over 20 years. An entrepreneur who has accomplished her dreams in achieving and developing residential property both in South Bali, Kerobokan and Lovina, North Bali.

A truly passionate person who believes in ‘equal education for all abilities’. Soraya has dedicated her time and efforts to the Bali Dyslexia Foundation in hopes to make a small difference to disadvantaged children who find it difficult to cope with Dyslexia in Bali.

I Ketut Trika Adi Ana, S.Pd., M.Pd.

An educator and education practitioner who dedicates more of his time to provide affordable education for the poor in Bali. Currently, he manages several non-formal educational institutions (courses and training institutions) and a formal Hindu religious educational institution at the high school level in Bali.

Trika completed her bachelor’s and master’s studies in English language education at the Ganesha University of Education, Singaraja. Apart from teaching, he is also active in research and has presented his research results at a number of international conferences in Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Cambodia and Hong Kong

Trustee Board Member

Jantien Brug Van De bos

Jantien, a Director of PT Isama Bali Indonesia, and a humanitarian who works in the field of social work gaining the skills of a social therapist for the Foundation ‘Kuno van Dijk’, clinic for young adults suffering with addictions, based in Holland.

Jantien has been a Rotarian since 2021 and contributes much of her skills to helping and caring for others.

Her understanding of dyslexia is deeply valued at BDF, along with her past experiences of working with children with special educational needs. Jantien was proud and honoured to become an ambassador for and looks forward to a bright future ahead.

Meet our Ambassadors

Mark Stoddart

Mark Stoddart – Co-Founder of NBSA & Advocate for Neurodivergent Learners
Originally from Ayrshire, Scotland, Mark Stoddart is a celebrated sculptor and designer, best known for his striking bronze furniture inspired by the majesty of nature—featuring hippos, alligators, horses, and other wild forms. His creations are collected worldwide and have achieved acclaim both in private collections and at international auction houses.

Mark is also proudly dyslexic and dyspraxic. His own journey through education was far from smooth, which fuels his deep commitment to ensuring others don’t face the same barriers. He is a passionate advocate for neurodivergent individuals, bringing a powerful voice to the conversation on inclusion, having served as an ambassador for Dyslexia Scotland for over a decade.

As a major donor and co-founder of the North Bali School of the Arts (NBSA), Mark has played an instrumental role in supporting the mission of the Bali Dyslexia Foundation. His vision, generosity, and lived experience have helped shape a school environment where creativity, difference, and alternative learning styles are not just accepted but celebrated.

Mark’s mission is simple but powerful: to give back, to raise awareness, and to help build a world where dyslexic and dyspraxic learners are empowered to thrive.

Cath Jenkins

Originating from the UK, Cath is a career diplomat. She studied German and Business at Hull University before joining the Foreign Office. She has lived and worked, all over the world – most recently in India, Brussels and Argentina. She is currently taking a sabbatical in Jakarta where she is accompanying her husband, Owen (British Ambassador to Indonesia and Timor Leste) and supporting her family. She is also keen to support the local community in projects where she can make a difference.

Education and in particularly, literacy, is an issue close to her heart. Her last role in London was in the Diplomatic Academy developing regional learning and development programmes. A key issue was ensuring that the programmes were accessible and inclusive. In addition her children have experienced schooling in a variety of environments and she has seen first hand the difference good, inclusive learning can make. She is keen to promote greater understanding of dyslexia as she has family members who are dyslexic and has supported dyslexic colleagues to get the reasonable adjustments they need. Cath is delighted to have been asked to be an Ambassador for the Bali Dyslexia Foundation and looks forward to working closely with them.

Craig Jenkins

Craig Jenkins – Advocate for Inclusion and Equity
Craig Jenkins is a long-time ally of the Bali Dyslexia Foundation, passionately supporting its mission to make inclusive education accessible to all. With a strong background in youth development, social justice, and intercultural engagement, Craig brings both heart and hands-on experience to BDF’s efforts in North Bali.

A fierce advocate for equality, Craig has dedicated his career to empowering marginalised communities, particularly in education and the arts. His commitment to social mobility and inclusive practices has taken him across the globe, working with young people from diverse backgrounds. His involvement with BDF is rooted in a shared belief that every child—regardless of ability—deserves a quality education that celebrates their uniqueness.

Craig regularly contributes to BDF’s international outreach, helping build strategic partnerships and promote awareness of dyslexia and neurodiversity. He plays a key role in guiding new interns and Erasmus+ participants, ensuring they are well-supported and aligned with the foundation’s values.

Craig’s approach is as practical as it is passionate—he is often found facilitating workshops, advising on curriculum inclusion, or simply listening to students’ stories with genuine empathy. As a champion of BDF’s mission, Craig stands as a vital bridge between cultures, helping foster understanding, representation, and meaningful impact for neurodivergent children across Bali and beyond.

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