Professional biography

Lauren Jones is a global inclusion and leadership consultant who partners with schools and organizations to develop inclusive policies and programs that support neurodivergent learners. Her work focuses on breaking down barriers to access and driving sustainable change in school systems. She has collaborated with a range of organizations, including the Ministry of Education in Rwanda, the National Geographic Society, Save the Children, and international schools across regions.

A CIS-affiliated consultant and published author, Lauren previously served as Head of School at the International School of Kigali, where she expanded access for neurodivergent students and strengthened student support services. Prior to her work in Rwanda, she led inclusive education initiatives at Qatar Foundation, creating programs designed to reach a broader range of learners.

Lauren chairs the board of the Parents Alliance for Inclusion and facilitates the Business Model Playbook project with the Office of Overseas Schools at the U.S. State Department. She also leads board trainings and retreats and partners with schools to design and implement tiered systems of support.

With a whole-child approach at the heart of her work, Lauren is deeply committed to transforming school cultures and systems—empowering educators, families, and communities to reimagine what's possible for all learners.

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