Guy Le Fanu
About Guy Le Fanu
Guy Le Fanu serves as the Senior Global Technical Lead for Education at Sightsavers, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in education, having held various roles in organizations focused on inclusive education and disability support across multiple countries.
Current Role at Sightsavers
Guy Le Fanu serves as the Senior Global Technical Lead for Education at Sightsavers, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing a diverse portfolio of donor-funded projects aimed at supporting young people with disabilities, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. He recently led the development and implementation of a new education strategy for the organization. Additionally, he represents Sightsavers at various educational events both in the UK and internationally.
Previous Experience at Sightsavers
Prior to his current position, Guy Le Fanu worked at Sightsavers as the Global Technical Lead for Education from 2011 to 2018. During this time, he contributed to various educational initiatives and projects aimed at enhancing educational access for individuals with disabilities. His extensive experience in this role laid the groundwork for his current responsibilities.
Educational Background
Guy Le Fanu has a strong academic background in education and related fields. He earned a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from the University of Bristol, focusing on Learning, Leadership, and Policy from 2006 to 2011. He also holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics from the University of Oxford, completed between 1979 and 1982. Furthermore, he obtained a Diploma in Special Education (Visual Impairment) from The University of Birmingham and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from The University of Manchester.
Teaching and Lecturing Experience
Guy Le Fanu has extensive teaching experience, having worked as an English Teacher at Hertfordshire County Council from 1984 to 1990. He also served as a Lecturer in Special and Inclusive Education at CBM/University of Goroka in Papua New Guinea from 2003 to 2008. His roles in education have included significant positions such as Head of English at RLSB (The Royal London Society for Blind People) at Dorton House School for Children with Visual Impairments from 1991 to 1996.
Research and Publications
Guy Le Fanu is an active contributor to academic discourse in the field of education. He regularly publishes papers in international journals and chapters in books. He holds the position of Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Birmingham and has guest-lectured at major UK universities, sharing his expertise in education and inclusive practices.