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Lorna McCormack MSc is the dynamic Founder and Director of Wool in School, an innovative educational initiative dedicated to integrating the fascinating world of wool into school curriculums. Lorna has a MSc. Agricultural Innovation, University of Galway, comes from a Social Care background, fluent in Irish Sign Language, and a professional Fibre Artist. 

Lorna's passion for wool and sustainability education evolved from a question from her son: "What is Wool?" This question sparked a search for resources and support and engagement with numerous teachers, farmers, and associations. Lorna realised that schools suffered from a severe lack of education material that showed the history and amazing facts about wool and why it should have its place in the conversation of climate change.

Wool In School was born from this one question. Lorna continues to lead Wool in School with unwavering commitment, ensuring that the programme remains at the forefront of innovative and impactful education. Her expertise in agricultural innovation further enhances the programme's relevance and effectiveness, making a lasting impact on students and their understanding of sustainable practices.

Lorna’s ability to blend education with sustainability and art has earned her recognition as a thought leader in her field. She frequently speaks at industry conferences, advocating for a stronger connection between education and the wool industry. Her work continues to inspire curiosity and action, making a lasting impact on both community and students as well as the wool industry.

Now with associations across the world through membership with IWTO, locally with the Heritage in Schools, involved with United Nations The FLIARA Project .  Lorna is also a Dandelion with Project Dandelion a female led global campaign for climate justice.  As a Climate Leader Lorna understands every issue is a climate issue including wool education and climate art.