Bridge the Gap 2025 | Andrew Cunningham

In this energising presentation, Dr. Andrew Cunningham (Aga Khan Foundation) challenges educators to rethink how we respond to rising student disengagement and uncertainty. Drawing on vivid metaphors and global experience, he invites us to: • Turn up the resistance — choosing harder, more meaningful actions over easy routines. • Build constellations — connecting people, ideas, and innovations rather than striving to be the “brightest star.” • Act within 5 seconds — interrupting hesitation and taking small, immediate steps that build momentum. 3 Quick Wins from his session: 1. Turn up the resistance – Prioritise the hard, high-impact action. 2. Build constellations, not solo stars – Collaborate to create new guidance systems for learning. 3. Act within 5 seconds – When you have an instinct to improve something, move immediately. A powerful, human, and forward-looking session that encourages educators to design new responses for an unpredictable world.