Name: Bett Asia
Start: 2026-09-23T09:00:00+08:00
End: 2026-09-24T17:00:00+08:00
Location: Mandarin Oriental

The power of sport, literacy, and student wellbeing with The Nicol David Organisation

In this conversation, Datuk Nicol Ann David reflects on how sport shaped not only her extraordinary squash career, but also her development as a student, learner and leader.

Datuk Nicol will also discuss why she founded the Nicol David Organisation with Mariana de Reyes, and how its flagship Little Legends programme uses squash, movement, and mentoring to create opportunities for children.

Discover what powerful role sport can play in student empowerment, personal development and physical and emotional wellbeing, particularly when combined with education. Attendees will learn more about the Foundation’s literacy initiatives and the importance of creating environments where children can build skills, discover their strengths and imagine bigger futures.

For education leaders, this conversation offers practical inspiration for supporting whole-child development through sport, learning and community.

Thursday 24 September 09:00 - 09:30 Leadership Summit: Plenary

Add to calendar 09/24/2026 09:00 09/24/2026 09:30 The power of sport, literacy, and student wellbeing with The Nicol David Organisation Retired squash world champion Datuk Nicol Ann David shares how sport unlocks learning, confidence, and opportunities for young students. Leadership Summit: Plenary Asia/Shanghai