2019 AMI Annual General Meeting

This wonderful cake was brought onto stage to mark AMI’s 90 years. Nienhuis Montessori, who share our foundation date (1929) sponsored the occasion. The cake was cut by three of Maria Montessori’s great grandchildren, a representative from Nienhuis, the AMI Board, Young Professionals and staff.
Helen Henny proudly presented the picturesque portrait of a young Maria Montessori to the AGM audience, giving a brief talk on her family’s heritage and how she came into its possession.
AGM audience including Judi Orion, Andre Roberfroid and Henk Franken.
Megan Tyne being acknowledged for 20 years of service as an AMI staff member.
Joke Verheul being acknowledged for 30 years of service as an AMI staff member.
Kannekar Butt updating the audience on preparations for the 2021 International Montessori Congress.
90 Years of AMI: Cake cutting ceremony with three of Maria Montessori’s great grandchildren.
Volunteer students from the Metis Lyceum.
Keynote speaker Laura Flores Shaw presenting on the topic ‘What is Resilience’?
Laura’s presentation was followed by a Q & A session. Jasmine Jacobs from the Indaba Montessori Institute in South Africa raises a question.
Alison Pigot, head of the Irish affiliate raises a question to Laura after her keynote presentation.
Participants take to the delicious buffet dinner on Saturday night after the AGM.
Participants enjoyed the evening dinner on Saturday, which gave everyone an opportunity to meet many other members of the AMI community.

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