Walentina Cools

Walentina Cools is a highly experienced educational leader with a robust background in pedagogical guidance and educational administration. Currently serving as the General Director at OVSG vzw since November 2015, Walentina has held multiple leadership roles within the organization, emphasizing supportive initiatives in education. Previous positions include Coordinator at Unie Publiekrechtelijke Hogescholen and Chairperson at LOP Basisonderwijs Brussel, coupled with extensive experience as Director of the Department of Education and Pedagogy at Erasmushogeschool Brussel. Academic qualifications include a Doctorate in Psychological Sciences, specializing in research methodology, a Master's degree in Pedagogical Sciences, and additional qualifications in secondary education and nursing. Walentina has contributed to research in educational methodologies and has been actively involved in various educational networks and initiatives.