Upcoming Professional Development

Our workshops and trainings are grounded in our relationship-based approach and evidence-based effective practices of Adult Learning. Our training offerings are different from many other SEL and Wellbeing programs because we have an intimate understanding of the cultural context of international schools and we never deliver within a cultural void.  Our professional development is research-based, interactive, professionally relevant and complemented with supplemental resources to encourage ongoing learning and development. 

Below are our upcoming workshops, webinars, and trainings.

SEL WORKSHOP: A REFRESHING ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL SEL CURRICULUM PLANNING

Summary:
Transform your SEL approach with a hands-on workshop at UNIS Hanoi! Break free from rigid curricula and learn research-based, flexible strategies for creating culturally responsive, developmentally aligned SEL experiences.

Dates: January 10–12, 2025 (Kick-off Friday evening)

Who Should Attend:
Designed for SEL teams, Grade Level Leaders, Principals, Directors of Learning, and Counselors. Bring your existing SEL frameworks and be ready to rethink SEL planning! We strongly encourage teams to attend together.

Investment:

  • $1,300 USD per team (up to 4 members, $300 USD per each additional member over 4)

  • $550 per individual

  • Pricing includes Friday night refreshments, Saturday lunch and daily tea and coffee

Highlights:

  • Flexible SEL Planning: Develop an adaptive SEL roadmap tailored to your school.

  • Cultural Responsiveness: Engage students with experiences that resonate.

  • Expert Guidance: Gain insight from SEL specialists on your unique challenges.

Schedule: (See detailed itinerary here)

  • Friday, January 10, Kick-off event: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

  • Saturday, January 11: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

  • Sunday, January 12: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Join us to reimagine SEL for a lasting impact!

Transformative Wellbeing Leadership Certificate

Elevate wellbeing in your school community with our Wellbeing Program launching in January 2025, crafted to equip school leaders with effective strategies for resilience and sustainable support. Through three comprehensive courses—Personal Care, Collective Care, and Institutional Systems—you’ll learn how to foster a culture of wellbeing that goes beyond individual self-care to shared responsibility and systemic support.

With Blended Cohort and Self-paced options starting January 15th, you can select the format that best suits your needs.

Who should attend:

  • Leadership teams prepared to drive significant transformations in their school community's wellbeing.

  • Leaders seeking to connect with peers across other international schools for mutual support and understanding.

Highlights:

  • Conquer stress and thrive in high-pressure environments.

  • Master the art of personal-care to lead with clarity and impact.

  • Build a culture of resilience that uplifts your entire community.

  • Ignite collective wellbeing and transform your school’s culture.

  • Lead systemic change that empowers lasting wellbeing for all.

  • Connect with visionary peers to fuel your personal and professional growth.

  • Craft actionable plans that create a thriving, wellbeing-focused school.

First course starts January 15, 2025. Registration open December 1, 2024. Register your interested today for a 10% off your course registration.

Register your interest now to reserve your place in this impactful journey toward a healthier, more connected school environment.

Transform Your School's Approach to Educator Wellbeing

Join international education expert Kirsten Pontius for an inspiring webinar that challenges traditional approaches to teacher wellbeing. Drawing from 15 years of global experience, she reveals why common wellness initiatives often fall short—and what truly works to create thriving school communities.

Date: December 10, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM GMT / 5:30 PM HKT
Duration: 1 hour
Cost: Free
*A recording will be made available to all registered participants

Why This Matters Now

  • International schools face increasing pressure to retain and attract top talent

  • Traditional self-care focused approaches are proving insufficient

  • Research shows holistic wellbeing initiatives directly impact student achievement

What You'll Learn

  • The three critical drivers of school wellbeing: personal, collective, and institutional

  • How to assess your school's current position on the Wellbeing Spectrum

  • Evidence-based strategies that transform school culture

  • Leadership approaches that embed wellbeing into your school's DNA

This Webinar Is Perfect For

School leaders ready to move beyond surface-level wellness programs and create meaningful, lasting change in their communities.

"The importance of teacher wellbeing cannot be emphasized enough. It is absolutely crucial for the functioning of the school and it should be the central focus in improving the ENTIRE SCHOOL COMMUNITY."
— Dr. Wanying Zhou, Oxford University Wellbeing Research Centre

Discover how to shift from reactive measures to transformational leadership in educator wellbeing. Join us to learn how your school can become a model of holistic support where both educators and students thrive.

Reserve Your Spot Today

Can't make the live session? Register anyway and we'll send you the recording.

Interested in diving deeper? Check the box during registration to receive information about our Transformative Wellbeing Leadership Certificate program.