Nic Ponsford

Nicole Ponsford is an award-winning educator, EdTech innovator, and doctoral researcher focused on equity and inclusion. She is the Founder and CEO of the Global Equality Collective (GEC)—a global movement of 13,000+ changemakers and 400+ DEI experts transforming education through the GEC Platform, now supporting over 250,000 students worldwide. Her research has informed GEC’s survey of 26,000 students and staff on intersectional inclusion, shaping policy and practice. 

Recognised as one of Europe’s Top 50 Women in Tech, a National Diversity Awards 2024 finalist, and Computing Magazine’s Role Model of the Year, Nic also serves as Co-Head of Education at Microlink, championing inclusive learning through innovative design.