Ms. Madhavi Govada is a committed Special Educator and Counsellor at DRS International IB School, Hyderabad, India, with extensive experience in inclusive education, behavior management, and neurodiversity-affirmative practices. She has worked across IB, CBSE, and rehabilitation settings, supporting learners with diverse educational and emotional needs.

RCI-certified and internationally trained, she specializes in designing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs, ILPs, BIPs), inclusive classroom strategies, and counseling interventions aligned with global best practices, particularly within the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework

Significant Achievements

• Professional Experience:

  • Special Education Specialist, DRS International IB School (2024–Present) 

  • Special Educator, eduMETA – The i-School (2023–2024) 

  • Special Education Intern & Freelancer, Swayamkrushi Rehabilitation Center (2020–2023)

• IB Leadership Contribution:

  • Played a key role in the IB Evaluation 2025 at DRS International School, leading the Environment & Culture and Inclusion strands and ensuring compliance with IB philosophy, academic integrity, and language policy.

• Research & Publications (2025):

  • Digital Autism in the Age of Smartphones: A Review of Neurological, Behavioural, and Cognitive Effects

  • Exploring Neurodiversity-Affirmative Therapy Outcomes in Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Meta-Analytic and Theoretical Synthesis for Inclusive Practice

• Professional Certifications & Memberships:

  • RCI Certified Professional (India)

  • APA International Affiliate Member (2025–2026)

  • Member, Australian–New Zealand Mental Health Association (ANZMH)

  • SEN Coordination (Level 5, UK), CBT Certification, IB PYP (CAT-1), ASD Certification (Vanderbilt – IRIS Center)

Notable Contributions

Ms. Madhavi Govada has made impactful contributions to special and inclusive education through:

• Development and implementation of inclusive policies aligned with IB standards

• Advocacy for neurodiversity-affirmative education and therapy

• Effective behavior management and counseling strategies for children with special needs

• Integration of technology and ERP platforms to enhance teaching, assessment, and parent engagement

• Research addressing contemporary challenges such as digital exposure and autism, and inclusive therapeutic practices for adults with ASD

Her compassionate, student-centered approach has significantly improved academic engagement, social skills, and emotional well-being among diverse learners.

Eligibility for Young Academician Award 

Ms. Madhavi Govada is highly eligible for the Young Academician Award in Scientific Laurels due to her:

• Early yet impactful academic and professional contributions to special education and mental health

• Strong blend of practice-based expertise and scholarly research

• Leadership in IB evaluation and inclusive policy development

• International certifications, professional memberships, and published research in 2025

• Demonstrated commitment to empowering neurodiverse individuals and advancing inclusive education

Her innovation, research orientation, and dedication to educational equity clearly establish her as a deserving recipient of this prestigious young academician recognition