Secretariat

Libby Giles is the Director of the New Zealand Centre for Global Studies. She specialises in global citizenship education, which she sees as a key tool in response to global challenges and that sits at the heart of all the Centre’s kaupapa.

With a teaching and senior leadership background, Libby has a particular interest in whole school/organisation models that include strategic planning, community engagement, capacity building, formal and non-formal learning.  Her recent and current roles have provided a broad platform for support in policy and practice. 

Libby’s approach is centred on universal principles in the delivery of programmes that are context honouring and that empower learners to embrace opportunity with knowledge, skills, courage and responsibility. An active member of local, regional, and global networks, Libby is committed to growing an ecosystem that supports connected interests, capabilities and solutions, prioritising our Pacific region.