Priyanka Handa Ram is social entrepreneur and children’s author transforming how the world educates, protects and cares for young children. She does this through consulting work and community initiatives, focusing on the most sustainable and scalable methods of Early Childhood Care and Education.Priyanka is the founder of multiple early childhood organisations in Botswana including Learn To Play, a social business that uplifts communities through Play. She’s been awarded with the title of ChangeMaker of Botswana for her work in Education, is a Global Leader for Young Children through the World Forum Foundation and her schools have been showcased on global platforms for their impact including an early learning COVID-19 response rooted in play and wellbeing. Some of her most rewarding work has been training young people, teachers and parents across Africa, as well as presenting at global events, delivering key addresses on Play, Education and Community Development. But most importantly, according to her, she’s the mum of two wonderful children who inspire her to cultivate play and nurturing care for positive impact.