Ruby Bergdahl, Sweden: "On behalf of my team, CREATIVE KIDS PRESCHOOL, we would like to thank you and your team for the immense hospitality and organization that you all have provided us during the conference. An extraordinary event which will have an echo for the rest of my life. I hope that I contributed to the event in a positive way. It was a privilege to be chosen as a presenter so thank you for your faith in me. Thank you for all of your energy and efforts. So many wonderful people behind the organizing. Greg Bottrill, UK: “A really welcoming team and it has felt like being part of a family of play. Thank you, team! And a big thank you to the sponsors and caterers too!” I’d say it was better than I expected, but I knew from the beginning that it would be an event to remember. The presenters offer diverse perspectives, the keynote speakers were exceptional and all participants seemed to mesh together into a happy, play-minded group. The tech crew and volunteers were cheerful and helpful. The facebook posts were professional-looking, informative and added excitement. Karen Orteza, US & China: “From the first email from John, I felt like I was a welcomed member of the Play-on -Athens team. It's good to feel we have allies in our mission to protect play! Thank you again to you and your amazing staff and volunteers for making this conference happen!" I cannot even begin to tell you how much your hard work and determination to make this international conference mean to, not just me, but everyone who attended! It was absolutely wonderful to be involved in this momentous occasion! I have made connections with so many people from the conference and everyone truly is excited about having a private FB group started for those of us who attended and connected. Nicole Holtberg, USA: "Hey John! Nicole here! I want to thank you again for the amazing conference. Thank you for all the efforts you have put into this." I put the question for a second conference, because it would be a great challenge for the organisers to make it at least as good as this one. The key note speakers were more than I expected. Thank you! I would recommend it to anyone working with children or simply willing to understand better what is learning, growing, and education. Neli Keremidchieva, Bulgaria: "Precious event with so various and interesting presentations, really great speakers from all over the world and dedication from the organizers to make visitors feel good and comfortable. Everyone open, generous and a warmth and friendship. It felt like a giant family from all over the world. Thank you for a totally fantastic conference. Just as in early childhood education - it’s not just about the learning but about the relationships too. The talks and workshops were important, interesting and of value - everyone got to learn something new. Those running the conference and the volunteers are friendly and helpful and go out of their way to help. Ego is left at the door and there is an equality between keynote speakers, presenters and participants sharing and learning from each other. Suzanne Axelsson, keynote speaker, Sweden: "This is not just a conference - it is so much more. And overall, the other presenters were very high quality". I don’t think Peter could have said anything new since I believe I’ve read everything he’s written, but the opportunity to spend personal time with him gave me a chance to better understand a couple of the (very few) points on which I disagree. I learned new ways of thinking about things from both Suzanne and Meynell. Tom Hobson, keynote speaker, USA: "Honestly, from a personal perspective, this was the most productive conference I’ve ever attended. Hari Kirin and I had a great time touring in Greece and are now on our way home now with great memories." You and the others who worked with you were wonderful hosts. Peter Gray, keynote speaker, USA: "Hi John, Thank and congratulations, again, for a truly wonderful conference. Below you can read some of the comments & the reviews we received after the end of the 1st Athens Play Conference, in April 2019:ĭr.
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