Linda Biersteker

Co-author of the Child Gauge Report 2024. Psychologist and adult educator focusing
on early childhood development. Previously the Research Director
at the Early Learning Resource Unit. Extensive research,
policy and programming experience in South Africa and the African
region. Has played an active role in the education and training of
university students, teachers, non-governmental organisation staff
and government officials; and in the development of materials and
qualifications for parents and ECD practitioners. Technical expertise guided the development of the Early
Learning Outcomes Measure (ELOM) suite of tools for early learning
programmes and the Quality Assessment and Support System
for the Department of Basic Education.