Dr S’lungile K. Thwala is a Senior lecturer at the University of Eswatini in the Department of Educational Foundations and Management. She holds a PhD in Psychology of Education and MEd in Special Educational Needs. She has 23 years of teaching experience from primary to university level in Eswatini. She has published research articles in early childhood education, special and inclusive education in reputable local, national and international journals. Her research interest is in inclusive education, psychosocial support and resilience.