

As An Educator
​Zena is passionate about knowledge sharing, becoming animated in education space where there is the opportunity to exchange wisdom, information, bring a vibrant energy to any learning spaces.
With a passion for language, building resilience through emotional literacy, and social justice, Zena has worked extensively in schools and educational institutions around the world.
From Portugal to South Africa, she has collaborated with organizations such as the British Council, Boomsatsuma, The Faith and Belief Forum (formally 3 Faiths Form and Clore Leadership. Matt Schmolle , founder and producer of The Working Party.
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Using poetry and dramatic storytelling techniques as a powerful tools to spark a lifelong love for language in student, pupils and participants from age 10 years old and upwards, Zena has taught and led workshops where participants actively notice the transformative power of creative writing and self-expression.
Her education practice aims to inspire confidence, encourage critical thinking, and nurture the next generation of thoughtful, articulate leaders.
Work Experience
April 2022 - To date
April 2021 to 2022
Founder, Project and course developer for Poets Built It Online Communiy. Salaried and volunteering
Initiative developer and facilitator for Youth and Well Being in partnership with Young Identity, Manchester, of whom Zena is a patron over the lockdown period od 2021 to 2022
January 2023 - June 2024
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January 2023 - June 2024
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