Workshop 6.2: Have adolescence play spaces become heavily gendered

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Play & Adolescence
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM

Speaker

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Kelsie Prabawa-Sear
CEO
Nature Play WA

Recreational spaces - designed for play but not for teen girls

Biography

Dr Kelsie Prabawa-Sear is the CEO of Nature Play WA and Nature Play Australia, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the mental and physical health of Western Australian children by growing their connection to nature and community through outdoor play. Kelsie has had a varied and rich working and academic experience in both Australia and Indonesia prior to joining Nature Play WA, having worked in State government, consulting, and not-for-profit organisations, all with a focus on children, education, and environment. Kelsie has entwined her work with post graduate research degrees, completing a Masters by Research degree and PhD on environmental education. Kelsie is a published author, parent, and advocate of the benefits of nature for children.
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