SENDcast Spotlight – Welcome Liz Day

Liz is an experienced trainer and facilitator, passionate about mental health, neurodiversity, and cultivating a safe environment for all. She began her career as a teacher with a specialism in PE, drawing on her background as a former county-level gymnast and lifelong love of sport. This shaped her inclusive teaching approach and continues to influence her work today – sport remains central to her identity and wellbeing.

​Transitioning into communications, Liz contributed to high-profile projects such as the successful London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games bid, focusing on community engagement and stakeholder relationships. This developed her skills in building trust, fostering collaboration, and facilitating meaningful initiatives.​
Over the past decade, Liz has specialised in neurodiversity and education, working with award-winning businesses, families, schools, and national charities, including the British Dyslexia Association. She combines her personal and professional insights to share strategies for creating inclusive living, learning, and working environments.​ Liz regularly appears on BBC Radio 5 Live. 

In 2024, Liz completed a master’s in psychology at the University of Exeter, with her thesis exploring mental health literacy in young people. This academic achievement and her practical expertise ensure her training is evidence-based and highly relevant. Liz’s engaging style and commitment to empowerment make her a trusted advocate and leader in mental health, education, and neurodiversity.