Up to 1.2 million Australian kids risk missing school due to physical or mental illness. Beyond their health crisis, they feel forgotten. We reconnect them.
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#Podcast #Awareness #MissingSchool
Hi Everyone on today's episode I had Megan Gilmour the Co-Founding of @missing_school creators.spotify.com/pod/pro…... missingschool.org.au/ Helpline to ask questions or if you need a service: 1300 237 234.
ALT Global education ambassador and technology trailblazer Megan Gilmour co-founded MissingSchool in 2012 after her son, Darcy, endured two years of school isolation due to illness. Since then, she has relentlessly championed students facing complex health challenges and school absence through world- and Australian-first initiatives. Megan’s early drive for social justice led her from Sydney’s west to the office of the NSW Finance Minister and later managing global development programs across 24 countries. She is recognised internationally as an award-winning leader, a Churchill Policy Fellow, Deakin Honorary Fellow, and the 2025 ACT Australian of the Year.
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A shout out to all who elevated voices of young ppl @HeartKidsAust @AustralianPots @CFTogetherAus @insanetwork @FabryAustralia @HAEAustralasia Crohns n Colitis; Fabry; MuscularDystrophy; CysticFibrosis; NF; Eczema;HAE; Immune Deficiencies;Tourette’s; Daniere’s;Juvenile Arthritis.
Missing School Inc retweeted
The Seen and Heard Parly event was hosted by Missing School, a charity which supports families & children/teens w chronic illness, negotiating interventions that keep kids connected to school n friends when they can’t often be present. #missingschool
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The founder of Missing School Megan Gilmore (current ACT) Australian of the Year, started the org after her son became very ill & was left at home to battle his illness, lose his friends and sense of belonging. It’s a familiar tale of invisibility 🫥for kids with ME/CFS.
Missing School Inc retweeted
Good to talk at Parliament House today with @megantgilmour Cofounder of @missing_school. This is a great not-for-profit that seeks to raise awareness and find solutions for children at risk of missing school for months or years due to complex medical or mental health challenges.
Missing School Inc retweeted
@missing_school knows that full funding of public schools is a nation-building investment that will pay off for our kids and our country.
It's time for the Albanese Government to do what's right and increase the Commonwealth's share of funding, so that public schools can finally reach the minimum benchmark.
@AlboMP don't shortchange our kids. Full funding now! #auspol
Missing School Inc retweeted
We appreciate your wonderful words about teachers! Your support means a lot! 🌈#WorldTeachersDay2024 @aitsl
Today is Australia's day to celebrate #WorldTeachersDay2024 ?! Hats off to teachers everywhere - thank you, for the incredible work you do, every day, to make our world a better place.
@aitsl #WorldTeachersDay2024 #MissingSchool #SeenandHeard
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@missing_school one to think about
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Over the years, our telepresence robots have created many heartwarming moments, such as bringing joy and comfort to young hospital patients. Follow along as we celebrate stories about the magic of connection.
#Robotics #Tech #Telepresence #CelebratingHumanConnection
Missing School Inc retweeted
"It’s the most incredible experience.” @josh6williams uses Ohmni telepresence robots to bring hospitalized kids virtually to NASCAR racetracks! We're proud to partner with him in creating unforgettable moments.
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#CelebratingHumanConnection #NASCAR
Missing School Inc retweeted
"This has become a big avenue for us to help customers all over the country."
COCOCO Home offers Virtual Showroom Consultations using Ohmni telepresence robots, transforming their customer experience and enhancing engagement.
Learn more: ohmnilabs.com/content/case-s…
Missing School Inc retweeted
30% of Australian #students risk missing #school due to illness or injury, feeling isolated and forgotten. @missing_school keeps them connected, ensuring learning and social needs are met.
Learn more about their vital work: bit.ly/3y9OZGd
Missing School Inc retweeted
Up to 30% of Australian #students risk missing #school due to various challenges. @missing_school steps in to ensure these students with #complex medical and mental conditions stay connected and supported in their regular schools.
Learn more: bit.ly/4agSEz7
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We’re very proud of our member Megan Gilmore for her innovative work in supporting sick children with her fleet of telepresence robots.
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@megantgilmour
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In continuing our celebration of #NationalNursesWeek, we're excited to share a video feature showcasing our Ohmni robot enhancing virtual nursing at Baptist Memorial Hospital.
Please join us in expressing gratitude to nurses everywhere for their commitment and tireless efforts.
Missing School Inc retweeted
Check out our cool research collaboration with @missing_school and @usqedu piloting telepresence #robots in the #classroom so sick kids don’t have to miss out on school @jefardell @CEwakefield @KimberleyMaree2 @plredmond @megantgilmour
“The robots give children a physical presence in the classroom from their home or hospital.”
Children missing school because of serious illnesses are getting a chance to be seen, heard and even move in their classroom again with the help of robots. 🤖👩🏽🏫newsroom.unsw.edu.au/news/he…
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Some lovely light at this headshot session for Megan @missing_school
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.@missing_school Megan Jackson: Connection to school improves long term outcomes. What are we doing as a health system to meet our obligations for protecting children and their need for education? #thefutureistheirs #PExS2018
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Three representatives from the College were excited to chat to @lishfejer on @abccanberra about being one of the first schools in Australia to participate in @missing_school Telepresence Robot Pilot. #BeMarist #inclusiveeducation
