Empathy to Impact

Guiding Question:How might we create space for student leaders to thrive and inspire change in our schools and communities?Key TakeawaysHosting “Summit” events for student leadersBringing big global goals like the sustainable development goals down to a local level where we can think about how we might take action and make meaningful connections that lead to positive impactsSuitability of student leadershipIf you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Thinking Globally - Acting Locally at The Summit at the International School of BangkokOn this episode, I connect with Nami, a senior at the International School of Bangkok. In January 2025, ISB hosted their second student leadership summit, an international event drawing student leaders from across the region to attend workshops, build skills, make connections, and collaborate on new initiatives to work towards a more equitable, just, joyful and sustainable future. Aaron Moniz, co-founder and director of Inspire Citizens, has been involved as a speaker and key supporter of The Summit since its inception. Similarly, Nami has been part of the team who has organized The Summit in both 2024 and 2025. She shares her insights on the summit and the impact it has had on her and other student leaders in the region. Keep an eye out for next year's Summit that will be held at Korea International School in Seoul, Korea.A big shout out to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode. Take advantage of our limited offer to get up to 48% offyour first subscription or 20% off one time purchases with code ETI20 at checkout.Claim your discount at: https://www.magicmind.com/ETI20Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Enjoy photos from the exhibition that the students created in this vignetteSee student examples from  Inspire Citizens Eco-Media programs hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary At the end of the 22-23 school year, Seoul Foreign School paused their academic schedule for Discovery Week. This is an off-schedule week where students choose learning experiences in Korea and abroad. Juniors Jenna & Jia chose Eco-Photography facilitated by Ivy Yan from Inspire Citizens. Listen as they share their experiences, and the impact the program had on their connection to nature and their overall well-being.Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Guiding Question:How might we identify authentic community needs as changemakers and global citizens?Key TakeawaysCreating time in the school day for impactful community projectsYoung people taking an active role in shaping a better futureAuthentic needs versus perceived needs through listening and collaborationSIMA Academy - The Netflix of Social Change - documentary films to inspire and empower changemakersSIMA AcademyReferral Code: Here's a link and 20%OFF referral code for our Empathy to Impact community: REGISTRATION LINK: https://simaacademy.com/affiliate-access/ REFERRAL CODE: SIMA4ICRC  Contact viri@simastudios.org for more infoIf you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Read this story from Hyderabad Public School For more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode, we are featuring 3 students, Abigayle, Aalaya, and Aarna, from Hyderabad Public School in India. These young changemakers are in grade 11 and their class, along with their teacher, Pratibha Dhal, have been recognized globally as SIMA Changemaker Award recipients. Join me to learn about how watching documentary films from SIMA Academy inspired their work as leaders and changemakers to address issues connected to resource use, upcycling, westernized beauty standards, and equal access to quality education in their community. Their projects on creating audiobooks for students with vision impairment, an upcycle fashion show featuring their teachers as characters from Greek mythology, and a more natural and authentic look at beauty in their community are truly inspirational. Listen to learn more.Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. For more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode, I catch up with Ferdinand and Thomas from Frankfurt International School. Both of these dedicated young men have been involved with the Changemaker Conference at FIS from the beginning and their passion is wellbeing. They have been working with Dr. Douglas Walker on a project called Peace of Mind. Press play to learn more.Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Connect, follow and collaborate with HelpUpInstagram: @help_up__Linkedin: helpupappEmail: contact@helpup.infoFor more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this link#EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Youth sometimes are thought of through the lens of a stereotype that paints a picture of screen-addicted partiers who are disconnected from local and global issues. This is certainly not the case for my guests Alex and Marta from Barcelona. They contend that many young people are passionate about global issues, and are eager and enthusiastic for opportunities to be part of the solution. As high school students, they identified a challenge for young people in getting connected with NGOs, and other organizations that lead impactful, sustainable work in our communities. They, along with their colleagues at HelpUp, decided to take action and do something about this. They have created the app, HelpUp, to connect young people with NGOs to create opportunities for meaningful volunteer work. Join me as they discuss their experience and learning as entrepreneurs, their international recognition, and their aspirations for the future. Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Check out an upcoming live session series from Inspire Citizens on Building Capacity to Face Climate Change Link for more informationIf you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Unfortunately, the Climate Journal Project no longer has a working website. It's too bad, it was a really cool resource.For more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on Social Media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Erika is a doctoral candidate and research associate at the Center for Sustainable Futures at Teachers College, Columbia University, and a research fellow at Columbia's Climate School. Her dissertation focuses on youth climate activism and youth agency in social movements. On this episode she joins me to discuss her work empowering youth activists, and programs like Youth At The Center and how this leads to community engagement for students and opportunities for collaboration and action.Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Guiding Question How might we level up school culture with compassion and kindness?Key TakeawaysBuilding friendship and relationship skills in a digital ageWhere do friendship skills and character development fit in our current curriculum?How might your students play an active role in creating a culture of belonging at your school? If you have enjoyed the podcast, take a moment to subscribe so you don't miss these inspiring stories from young people around the world, and also leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. For more info on how transitions impact your school culture and access to tools and resources to ensure healthy transitions, connect with our friends at SPAN.Lear ideas andn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Meet The Friendly Guides. Arnav, Lily, Leago, and Tlangelani are middle school students and part of the compassion club at American School Dhahran, part of the International Schools Group (ISG) in Saudi Arabia. Inspired by a workshop with Inspire Citizens facilitator Ivy Yan, these students developed a project to create a deeper sense of connection and belonging for all students at their school, and especially to support students who are new to their school community. Listen to learn how The Friendly Guides have impacted the culture of their school through compassion, connection, and kindness.Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Guiding Question How might we integrate education for sustainability into teaching and learning in schools?Key TakeawaysWhat is education for sustainability, and what is it not?How might we integrate education for sustainability into our existing curriculum?Where might we utilize education for sustainability to inspire hope for the future?If you have enjoyed the podcast, take a moment to subscribe so you don't miss these inspiring stories from young people around the world, and also leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Resources from The Cloud Institute for Sustainability Education StandardsBenchmarksRationale for Curriculum Documentation and MappingOther recommended resources from Jaimie CloudProject Drawdown Project RegenerationThe En-Roads Climate Solutions Simulator Inspire Citizens Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Jaimie Cloud is the founder and president of the Cloud Institute for Sustainability Education in New York. As a pioneer in the field of Education for Sustainability (EfS), Jaimie is an international keynote speaker, author, thought leader and educational consultant. She is a leadership advisor and curriculum development coach to administrators, teachers and curriculum specialists in schools and school districts around the country and in other parts of the world. She writes and publishes extensively, and is currently working on Response-able, a book project addressed to young people. I am a big fan of Jaimie and her work and much of what she has created has inspired our work at Inspire Citizens. Join us as I get to have a conversation with Jaimie about her work in Sustainability Education, what inspires her, and her aspirations for the future.Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Guiding Question How might we use our understanding of Earth's resources to inspire our school community to take action for a sustainable future?Key TakeawaysA deep dive into a grade 2 unit on sharing the planet focusing on preserving Earth's resources Starting with a hook and really connecting students from a place of care and empathy Grade 2 students using their learning to inspire members of their school community by sharing small actions that they can take to work towards a sustainable futureIf you have enjoyed the podcast, take a moment to subscribe so you don't miss these inspiring stories from young people around the world, and also leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode, we are off to Lincoln Community School in Accra, Ghana. I had the privilege of connecting with two grade 2 students, Anaya and Leonel, who had just finished up their Sharing the Planet Unit in the PYP. This is a thematic unit that is based on resource management and making sustainable choices. There was also a service learning component to this unit where students shared their learning by running workshops for other students at their school to inspire them to take action for a sustainable future. Big shout out to all of the grade 2 students for championing sustainability, and also to their teachers for empowering them to take action.Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Guiding Question How do Inspire Citizens promote holistic global citizenship in schools around the world?Key TakeawaysDesigning a systemic approach to holistic global citizenship through whole school programsProfessional development for educators to build capacity for this work through the Global Citizenship Certificate programInspiring stories from around the world of what this work looks like, sounds like, and feels like in schools just like yoursIf you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactDiscover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Guiding Question: How might we create opportunities for our students to develop as leaders through their involvement in long-term community partnerships?Key Takeaways:Developing deeper awareness and understanding through needs assessment Sustainable student leadership modelsProject Management: start small, prototype, collect data, reflect, refine and grow your impactIf you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode, I have an amazing conversation with Angela & Sento from NIST in Bangkok. What I found most amazing about this conversation is the way these two student leaders are able to understand and articulate the importance of their work as global citizens. Join me as we talk about the service learning work that they are engaged in and passionate about, as well as their role as service learning leaders with ServiceCo. For context, ServiceCo is a student group made up of leaders from across their many service clubs who oversee the service learning initiatives across the school and provide leadership and guidance for this work. If you don't have a student group like this at your school, listen and learn about the impact starting one would have.Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Guiding Question: How might we create media, share stories, and create deep, personal connections to dispel stereotypes within our communities?Key Takeaways:The importance of long-term, reciprocal community partnerships for schoolsThe power of media to break down stereotypes as students take on the role of documentary filmmakersUsing media to share stories of compassion and hopeIf you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Watch the award-winning student documentary Dolma Ling Soup KitchenLearn more about Inspire Citizens partner MAD Courses and host your own DocathonLearn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode, we are off to the International School of Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia where I have the pleasure of connecting with some internationally acclaimed documentary filmmakers Yesugen, Khuslen, Saranzaya, Ariuna, and Victor. These amazing and talented students were recognized for their documentary film that they created based around their long-standing community partnership with the Dolma Ling Soup Kitchen. The Dolma Ling Soup Kitchen is situated in the Khan-Uul district, an area characterized by a mix of urban development and traditional Mongolian culture. The soup kitchen plays a crucial role in the community by providing warm meals and essential support to the city's most vulnerable populations, including homeless and low-income families. Watch the film first and then join us for a conversation about community partnerships and how we might dispel stereotypes through positive use of media.Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Guiding Question: How do we develop compassion for ourselves, compassion for others, and compassion for nature, and how might we turn that compassion into action? Key Takeaways:Connecting the Japanese philosophy Wabi Sabi with compassion for selfThe importance of compassion in school and cultivating a culture of compassionPeer to peer learning - multi-grade level collaboration to deepen our learning***Stick around until the end of the episode for some amazing student reflectionsIf you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode, I am off to Saudi Arabia to connect with middle school students from ISG. My guests on this episode are Maria, Hyeonsu, Amelia, and Sarah. At the time of recording, they were all in grade 7 except for Maria, who was in 8th grade. These students are part of the Compassion Club at the American School of Dhahran and have been working on a project called Operation Kindness. Join us as we talk about a recent compassion workshop with Inspire Citizens facilitator Ivy Yan, and about how they were able to design a multi-grade-level collaboration working with fourth graders and first graders at their school.A big shout out to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode. Get Magic Mind at 50% off with this Black Friday offer, available only through my link until December 6th: https://magicmind.com/impactltbfDiscover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Essential Question:How might we empower young entrepreneurs to design solutions for authentic real-world problems?Key Takeaways:Thinking about project based learning or service learning - Does the product or action address an authentic need? Do people want it?Turning ideas into actionCollaboration: Building your teamIf you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode, I connect with Shirah, a young entrepreneur and CEO of NightCap. NightCap, as Shirah describes it, is a fun solution to a serious problem. She shares how having something slipped into your drink is a much more serious problem than many are aware of. This is often due to the fact that most incidents do not get reported. This happened to one of her friends when she was a teenager, and she was inspired to design a product that deters bad actors and also serves as a method of prevention for having your drink tampered with when you are out having fun. With the help of her family, she was able to turn this idea into a successful business. Listen to learn more about her work to design the prototype, her experience on Dragons Den and her aspirations for the future of her business.A big shout out to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode. Use promo code IMPACTLT20 to get 48% off your first subscription or 20% off a one time purchase.https://magicmind.com/impactltDiscover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Essential Question:Why is personal connection important when learning about global issues?Key Takeaways:Establishing community partnerships outside of our local communityThe power of collaborationConnecting with global issues that don't present in our local community (in this case water scarcity)If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. For more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkConnect with Finley and his work as a changemaker hereLearn more about what is happening with the Frankfurt International School Changemakers #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode I meet Finley, a young changemaker from Frankfurt International School. Despite living in a place that has easy access to safe, clean water, Finley became connected with this important global issue through reading an amazing book by Linda Sue Park and listening to Nantume and Nkoba share their work on the Empathy to Impact podcast. Through the support of his family and a school program that nurtures young changemakers, Finley has been able to turn his passion for safe, clean water into a global collaboration that is impacting the lives of entire villages and the families living there.A big shout out to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode. Use promo code IMPACTLT20 to get 48% off your first subscription or 20% off a one time purchase.https://magicmind.com/impactlt

Essential Question:How might we empower students to build community connections as an extension of their learning in the classroom?Key Takeaways:Integrating the UN Sustainable Development Goals into  an existing learning experience Extending learning beyond the classroom through community partnershipsHow to break down a big global issue by exploring what this issue looks like, sounds like and feels like in our own communitiesCelebrating and showcasing our learning in our communityIf you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode SummaryOn this episode, we visit the International School of Uganda to connect with grade 5 students to celebrate their work in the PYP exhibition. My guests Leah, Lila, Mya, Ariel, Reagan, & Fin share their story with me about how they connected with global issues that they cared about personally, designed their own inquiry, and went on a learning journey to become more deeply aware of these issues and how the impact their local community.  They participated in field trips and site visits around Uganda to connect and learn from community partners to determine an impactful action that they might be able to take to advocate for and raise awareness about these important issues. We had some technical difficulties with Internet connection during the interview, and in some places, our sound quality is not 100%, but I would encourage you to focus on the story and the transformative learning that these students were engaged in and shared out with their community at the PYP exhibition..A big shout out to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode. Use promo code IMPACTLT20 to get 48% off your first subscription or 20% off a one time purchase.https://magicmind.com/impactlt

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEssential Question How are you inspiring and empowering student leaders in your school?Key Takeaways:The importance of designing school programs that develop leadership skills.The “how” of developing a student leadership program.The impact inspired student leaders will have in your school and in your community.Episode SummaryMy guests on this episode are Bloomy and Mig, two seniors attending the International School of Bangkok. You might be interested in hiring them to lead your next corporate retreat. Participating in a program co-designed by Inspire Citizens along with the student-leaders themselves, they created a portrait of a leader that included skills and dispositions like empathy, critical thinking, active listening, interpersonal skills, and more. They then went through a series of workshops led by Inspire Citizens to bring this portrait to life within themselves. From there they took what they learned and applied it to their leadership roles in clubs and councils across the school. Most recently, with the support of a dedicated group of teachers at ISB, they led their own leadership workshops to build capacity within the school and empower the next student-leaders who will succeed them when they graduate. Book a discovery call at the link in the show notes to learn more about how Inspire Citizens might support student-leaders at your school.A big shout out to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode. Use promo code IMPACTLT20 to get 48% off your first subscription or 20% off a one time purchase.https://magicmind.com/impactlt

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach new listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. For more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode I meet Skyler from Tokyo International School. At the time of recording this episode, she was finishing up grade 5, and had just wrapped up the PYP exhibition at her school. Skyler is passionate about fast fashion and its impact on Earth's resource and sustainability. Listen to this episode to become more deeply aware of this issue that is so important to all of us, perhaps especially young people, and learn how we can all be part of the solution by making more sustainable choices when it comes to fashion.A big shout out to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode. Use promo code IMPACTLT20 to get 48% off your first subscription or 20% off a one time purchase.https://magicmind.com/impactlt

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach new listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. For more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode, I meet Dana & Yani. At the time of recording, they were 1st grade students at the International School of Kigali, Rwanda. Their learning in class integrated SDG 3, good health and well-being. They explored the many facets of wellness, and investigated a variety of practices to improve the well-being of both themselves and their community. These students, along with their classmates, became experts, and ran workshops for older students, teachers, and the parent community to share their learning, and to highlight the importance of good health and well-being. They even share one of their favorite mindfulness practices at the end of the episode. As you listen, consider what will-being practices might be a good fit in your community.A big shout out to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode. Use promo code IMPACTLT20 to get 48% off your first subscription or 20% off a one time purchase.https://magicmind.com/impactlt

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Thinking of developing global citizens and changemakers in your classroom? Collaborate with Inspire Citizens and check out Inspired Coaching opportunities, Inspired Experiences, and other ways to partner with usFor more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Louisa, Rani, Tul, & Rena are students at NIST in Bangkok. They share a passion for environmental sustainability. Listen as they share about the diverse opportunities they have as students to engage in service learning, and how they are developing leadership skills through their involvement in community projects through their service clubs, and participation in Service Co, a student organization that oversees 50+ service clubs across campus. Service learning really is a gateway to community engagement and positive change and cultivates a changemaker mindset that will carry on beyond school.A big shout out to Magic Mind for sponsoring this episode. Use promo code IMPACTLT20 to get 48% off your first subscription or 20% off a one time purchase.https://magicmind.com/impactlt

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. For more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkAt the time of publishing, COJOWA is working on permission from all parties to share the documentary that the students created. Stay tuned. Hopefully we will be able to share the documentary soon.If you would like to learn more about this project you can read more here.To connect and/or contribute to the students' work in Tierra Bomba, please reach out to Inspire Citizens.Share on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode, I connect with Isabella, Miguel, Sebastian, Indalecio & Susana, recent graduates of Colegio Jorge Washington in Cartagena, Colombia. Listen how these students, as part of an integrated unit that combined Spanish and sociales (social studies), connected with a local community, conducted a needs assessment,  developed a collaborative partnership, and used their expertise to design and prototype solutions. Listen as they discuss the project and the roles they took on as part of the collaboration.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Thinking of developing compassion in your classroom? Collaborate with Inspire Citizens and check out Inspired Coaching opportunities, Inspired Experiences, and other ways to partner with usFor more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary At the American School of Dhahran, an ISG school in Saudi Arabia, there is an initiative to develop compassion in the middle school. In collaboration with Ivy Yan from Inspire Citizens, students participated in workshops that focused on compassion for self, compassion for others and compassion for nature. From there, students collaborated in groups to design projects, within their school, based on compassion. The student-led initiative that we are focusing on in this episode is Flipping the Switch for a Better Day led by grade 8 students, Apoovra, Maazen, and Rishi. Listen to learn more.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Connect, follow and collaborate with HelpUpInstagram: @help_up__Linkedin: helpupappEmail: contact@helpup.infoFor more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this link#EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Youth sometimes are thought of through the lens of a stereotype that paints a picture of screen-addicted partiers who are disconnected from local and global issues. This is certainly not the case for my guests Alex and Marta from Barcelona. They contend that many young people are passionate about global issues, and are eager and enthusiastic for opportunities to be part of the solution. As high school students, they identified a challenge for young people in getting connected with NGOs, and other organizations that lead impactful, sustainable work in our communities. They, along with their colleagues at HelpUp, decided to take action and do something about this. They have created the app, HelpUp, to connect young people with NGOs to create opportunities for meaningful volunteer work. Join me as they discuss their experience and learning as entrepreneurs, their international recognition, and their aspirations for the future. 

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Thinking of inspiring some young podcasts in your classroom? Collaborate with Inspire Citizens and check out Inspired Coaching opportunities and other ways to partner with usFor more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Exciting things are happening at FISW. In the fourth grade classrooms of Chris Thompson and Molly Schuster, students are creating podcasts. They are leveraging their writing skills and learning new skills with technology to tell engaging stories about issues that they care about and changemakers who inspire them and using these podcasts to share their learning across the school community. Listen to learn more about the process and what they thought about this new unit. Special thanks to Chris and Molly for being guest hosts of this episode.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. More information about the Climate Journal Project can be found hereFor more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this link#EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Erika is a doctoral candidate and research associate at the Center for Sustainable Futures at Teachers College, Columbia University, and a research fellow at Columbia's Climate School. Her dissertation focuses on youth climate activism and youth agency in social movements. On this episode she joins me to discuss her work empowering youth activists, and programs like Youth At The Center and how this leads to community engagement for students and opportunities for collaboration and action.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. For more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click hereYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkConnect with Finley and his work as a changemaker hereLearn more about what is happening with the Frankfurt International School Changemakers #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode I meet Finley, a young changemaker from Frankfurt International School. Despite living in a place that has easy access to safe, clean water, Finley became connected with this important global issue through reading an amazing book by Linda Sue Park and listening to Nantume and Nkoba share their work on the Empathy to Impact podcast. Through the support of his family and a school program that nurtures young changemakers, Finley has been able to turn his passion for safe, clean water into a global collaboration that is impacting the lives of entire villages and the families living there.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. New from Inspire Citizens: Inspired Coaching & Inspired Experiences Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs whole-school service learning programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Tim, a 10th grade student at ISBkk, recognized that the inequity he was witnessing in his home country of Thailand was largely due to inequity in the access that people have to quality education. He was inspired by a summer internship program that he attended and develop the project to collaborate with teachers at his school to provide training for aspiring educators entering the teaching profession in Thailand. Listen to learn about this amazing program and the reciprocal partnership that has developed between the Equitable Education Fund and ISBkk as a result of Tim's work.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. New from Inspire Citizens: Inspired Coaching & Inspired Experiences Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs whole-school service learning programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary At UWC Maastricht, Grade 5 students in Ms. Melissa‘s class are engaged in a writing unit. Not so unusual on the surface, but let's explore this in more detail. Students first read a handful of different mentor texts from blog posts on zero waste, to poems for peace, Sylvia Duckworth posters, and Jory John books.  They focused on different ways that authors try to have an impact, whether it be evoking emotions, making connections, sharing new learning, changing the reader's perspective, taking action, or making them wonder.  They then chose an issue or topic they found motivating, from bullying, to promoting kindness, to the benefits of sports and healthy living, to encouraging students to learn a new language.  They then explored different possible audiences and formats.  What would it be like if it were a poster? Or a short article featured in our parent newsletter? Some even made a powerpoint for new students, to share with them everything they need to know about their school from a student's perspective.  Ms. Melissa led several mini-lessons to try out techniques that other authors use, from changing up the page layout to repeating key words, to introducing facts in an interesting way.  The final reflection and celebration included thinking back to their intention as an author, sharing their writing with multiple students across the year 6 classrooms and seeing how it was perceived by the audience.  They also read it at their student-led conference and got their parent's feedback.  They then had to see if the audience perceived it as they intended and in the future, what might they do to make this a closer match. Listen and learn more from the students about this writing experience that empowered them to explore an issue. They cared about and share their learning with their audience about sustainability.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support.For further exploration of Nolan's work, visit these links:Dr. Nolan HigdonProfessor of History, Media Studies, and EducationSubstack (Subscribe for free)LinkedinMuckRackPropWatchProject CensoredUnion for Democratic Communications Recent books: •The Media And Me A Guide To Critical Media Literacy For Young People (2022)•The Anatomy of Fake News: A Critical News Education (2020)•The Podcaster's Dilemma: Decolonizing Podcasters in the Era of Surveillance Capitalism (2022)•Let's Agree to Disagree: A Critical Thinking Guide to Communication, Conflict Management, and Critical Media Literacy (2022)Connect with Inspire Citizens for Eco-Media experiential learning programs for your school Learn more and/or register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate Program in partnership with ISSYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactLooking for more? Check out The Center for Humane Technology Episode SummaryHow might we reimagine social media and our use of technology as a force for good that lets us feel happier and more connected? How do we develop critical media literacy in our students? How does AI fit in to the critical media classroom? All this and more in this timely and inspired conversation with Dr. Nolan Higdon. Join us. 

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. New from Inspire Citizens: Inspired Coaching & Inspired Experiences Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs whole-school service learning programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode, I connect with service learning leaders Pooja, Maya, Minnie, & Poj. These young global citizens share an interest in service through the lens of unity, collaboration and humanitarianism. Listen to our conversation to hear about the multitude of options for students at NIST to engage in meaningful, impactful, and sustainable service through collaboration with diverse community partners in Thailand. We talk about the current projects and aspirations of the service clubs that they are personally involved with, as well as how they have developed as leaders through their work with their clubs and ServiceCo, a student-led organization within the school, who, among their many responsibilities, coordinate and offer leadership and oversight to the many initiatives happening across the school. How might we work together to create a culture of service within our own schools and empower students to take action for a more just equitable, joyful, and sustainable future?  Listen and be inspired.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. New from Inspire Citizens: Inspired Coaching & Inspired Experiences Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs whole-school service learning programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Oprah Winfrey said, “Everybody has a story. And there is something to be learned from every experience.” Aaron Henkin and Wendel Patrick fully embrace this with the mosaic of stories that they capture hiding in plain sight on their podcast Out of the Blocks.  I invite you to join me on this encore episode to hear about how this idea became a powerful learning experience for students and think about how the power of storytelling might transform your classroom. 

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. New from Inspire Citizens: Inspired Coaching & Inspired Experiences Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs whole-school service learning programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary It was so amazing to meet Aya from the International School of Kigali in Rwanda and learn about her passion for mindful service and how it connects to intercultural competency. Her 4 pillars of mindful service would be a great starting point for any school designing a service learning program, or evaluating the impact of their partnerships. How might we engage as listeners, connect with communities from a place of equality, build relationships, establish trust and collaboratively design actions that have positive impact and develop reciprocal partnerships? Listen to find out.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. New from Inspire Citizens: Inspired Coaching & Inspired Experiences Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsCheck out Namya's websiteYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode I meet Namya Joshi, an education activist, changemaker, and “STEMinist” from India. She is passionate about getting more girls involved in STEM, and gamification as a teaching strategy to increase engagement, particularly through the use of Minecraft.  In addition to her many achievements, she is a Minecraft Ambassador for Microsoft. She also lives by the motto #EachOneTeachTen. Listen to learn more. 

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. New from Inspire Citizens: Inspired Coaching & Inspired Experiences Learn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsLearn more about Service Learning at COJOWA Read more about this story in this Inspire Citizens vignetteYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Dominique, Alithza & Martin are 3rd grade students at COJOWA in Cartagena, Colombia. In a recent unit, combining Spanish and Sociales, students collaborated and learned from local farmers at Granitos de Paz.  This reciprocal partnership involved students learning about what foods are growing locally in their community from the farmers and creating a system for members of their community to purchase directly from the local farmers, rather than buying imported foods with a higher carbon footprint. Other experts from the community also visited the class as guest speakers. This service learning project is a great example of how students can work collaboratively with a community partner to both learn from that community partner, and make meaningful contributions to their work.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Connect with STAND via faculty liaison, Rachael Thrash: rachaelt@ishelsinki.fiLearn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode, we return to the International School of Helsinki and reconnect with a student-led leadership group with a focus on diversity, equity and inclusion, STAND. This stands for Students Together AgaiNst Discrimination. This student-led group is doing amazing work to transform the culture of their school and create a community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. ISH is on a journey to becoming a place where differences are cherished, diversity is celebrated, and somewhere that all students and faculty feel they are a valued part of the community. Join me as I speak with Soomin, Sophie, Bao and Andrei to learn about their upcoming projects, aspirations for the future, and the impact that STAND continues to have in their community.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses run throughout the school year. Click to learn more and register for these impactful programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkTo learn more about the Base 10 Changemaker Summit being held in Munich Germany on May 23-25, or to find out how to get involved, check out this blog post or email Kathryn Berkman - kberkman@mis-munich.deJoin our challenge! Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and send a screenshot to scott@inspirecitizens.org for a chance to win a 50% PD Discount or Virtual Classroom VisitShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Our story begins in 2023 when a group changemakers from AISB in Budapest, Hungary had the opportunity to attend the student-led changemaker conference in Germany at FIS. The seeds were planted, and when the students got back to their school, things began to sprout. Listen to this episode to meet Cemre, Misi, Somin, and Lara to hear what they have been up to as leaders and changemakers in their school, their aspirations for the future, and the growing changemaker culture at AISB.Thanks to Magic Mind for sponsoring this podcast episode. Click the link to get up to 56% off when subscribing and use the discount code E2I for additional 20% off both one-time purchases and subscriptions.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses run throughout the school year. Click to learn more and register for these impactful programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkJoin our challenge! Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and send a screenshot to scott@inspirecitizens.org for a chance to win a 50% PD Discount or Virtual Classroom VisitShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this encore episode we are going all the way back to our 4th ever podcast where I meet Caroline, Fina and Neil who are living in Malaysia. These students would actually be in middle school now. On this episode, we discuss a project that they did at the end of 3rd grade that involved becoming more aware of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, learning some new technology and research skills and producing media to have an impact.Thanks to Magic Mind for sponsoring this podcast episode. Click the link to get up to 56% off when subscribing and use the discount code E2I for additional 20% off both one-time purchases and subscriptions.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses run throughout the school year. Click to learn more and register for these impactful programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkJoin our challenge! Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and send a screenshot to scott@inspirecitizens.org for a chance to win a 50% PD Discount or Virtual Classroom VisitShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary AYMUN stands for Aspiring Youth Model United Nations. Noah, my guest this week, is passionate about debate and MUN. Listen how he and his friends are breaking down barriers and inspiring cross cultural collaboration to make MUN more accessible to any who want to participate and entirely youth lead. Learn more and register for their next conference at the links below.Website: https://aspiringyouthmun.wixsite.com/aspiring-youth-modelGmail: aspiringyouthmun@gmail.com(Where you register) MYMUN: https://mymun.com/conferences/aymun-2024Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspiringyouthmunThanks to Magic Mind for sponsoring this podcast episode. Click the link to get up to 56% off when subscribing and use the discount code E2I for additional 20% off both one-time purchases and subscriptions.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses launch March 9! Click to learn more and register for these impactful programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkJoin our challenge! Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and send a screenshot to scott@inspirecitizens.org for a chance to win a 50% PD Discount or Virtual Classroom VisitShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary Harry, David, Ngoc Tu & Ido are fifth grade students at Hanoi International School. Listen how the book A Long Walk To Water by Linda Sue Park and a virtual visit from one of our podcast changemakers, Nkoba, inspired them to become community leaders and take action to work towards achieving SDG target 6.1 ensuring universal and equitable access to safe water.Thanks to Magic Mind for sponsoring this podcast episode. Click the link to get up to 56% off when subscribing and use the discount code E2I for additional 20% off both one-time purchases and subscriptions.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses launch March 9! Click to learn more and register for these impactful programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkConnect sustainability, service learning, economics, mathematics and data science in Sriya's interactive simulation Grow All WealthCheck out Mia‘s book, A Blueprint for Saving the Planet, and Sriya's book, Being the OneEmpower students to pursue their ideas with the UAE Changemakers Collaborative and listen to their podcastInvolve your school or host your own conference as part of the Global Issues Network Share using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary I first connected with Mia and Sriya when they were keynote speakers at the Toddle Service Learning Summit last fall, and was very inspired by all they have accomplished as changemakers. Sriya is currently a senior at ASD in Dubai and Mia is a senior at the International School of Amsterdam. Listen to hear what sparked their changemaker journey and what advice they have for leading projects and empowering global citizens at your school.Thanks to Magic Mind for sponsoring this podcast episode. Click the link to get up to 56% off when subscribing and use the discount code E2I for additional 20% off both one-time purchases and subscriptions.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses launch March 7! Click to learn more and register for these impactful programsYou can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary The student-led Changemaker Conference in 2022 at FIS started a movement and it is amazing to see similar conferences popping up in different regions like Doha and Budapest. If you are interested in being involved in this year‘s conference, it is being held in Munich in May 2024 and you can learn more at this link. This is a great opportunity for aspiring changemakers to make connections, develop new skills and move forward on their changemaker journey.Thanks to Magic Mind for sponsoring this podcast episode. Click the link to get one month free when subscribing for three months and use the discount code EMPATHYPOD20 for an additional 20% off.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses launch March 7! Click to learn more and register for these impactful programsLearn more about the Olympia High School Aerospace Club and become a sponsor by clicking this link. You can even get your logo on one of their rockets.You can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary This episode is all about rocket science. Meet members of the Olympia High School Aerospace Club and learn how they are following their passions for science, math and engineering, applying their learning in a fun and engaging way, and building 21st century skills by creating a community for aspiring rocket scientists at their school.Thanks to Magic Mind for sponsoring this podcast episode. Click the link to get one month free when subscribing for three months and use the discount code EMPATHYPOD20 for an additional 20% off.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses launch March 7! Click to learn more and register for these impactful programsWatch the film Lying Dead, winner of Best Picture at the 2023 Green is Gold Film Festival You can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this linkShare using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary A detective is called to investigate the murder of an environmental innovator. Details begin to emerge that raise questions about the truth of these seemingly sustainable practices. Listen to learn more as we meet the students behind this award-winning film.Thanks to Magic Mind for sponsoring this podcast episode. Click the link to get one month free when subscribing for three months and use the discount code EMPATHYPOD20 for an additional 20% off.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support.  Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses launch March 7! Click to learn more and register for these impactful programs You can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this link Share using #EmpathytoImpact Episode Summary Said El Kadi had an interesting experience in the fall of 2022. He was the keynote speaker at the NESA Leadership Conference held in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This is a space usually reserved for the Who's Who of educational consultants and school leaders in the international school community. This time though, they selected a student and any who were in attendance would tell you they made the right choice. Said grew up attending international schools in Cairo and Beirut and is currently in his first year as an undergraduate at Harvard University. You might've heard of it. In our conversation, Said talks about how it was his community involvement, not academics, that led him to where he is today and really shaped his life so far. Join me as we look at how passion and drive for change can be transformed into sustainable  policies that improve our communities, and how involving students is such an important part of shaping our desired future. 

you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support.  Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses launch Dec. 2! Click to learn more and register for these impactful programs Listen to Chloe‘s full podcast here Listen to Evelyn & Subin's full podcast here You can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this link Share using #EmpathytoImpact Episode Summary On this episode we are off to Hong Kong to catch up with a couple of 8th grade podcasters. Chloe and Evelyn are first time podcasters and did an outstanding job telling the story of an unsung hero in their community through this new medium. We discuss their experiences honing their interview skills, drawing on pre-existing tools from narrative writing, and utilizing active listening to successfully amplify the stories of people in their community who often go unnoticed, and are quietly having an impact in their daily lives. What stories might we uncover in our own communities if we take time to stop, engage and actively listen?

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support.  Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses launch Dec. 2! Click to learn more and register for these impactful programs Explore a collaboration with Inspire Citizens. You can book a discovery call at this link Share using #EmpathytoImpact Episode Summary Yes…chickens! Jazlyn & Deniz are two changemakers from Frankfurt International School. They share a passion for animals and designed a project to help students learn about sustainability through having chickens in their outdoor learning area at school. This project involved so much cool learning from research skills, design skills and developing a pitch for school leaders to bring their idea to life. How might chickens impact learning and our understanding of sustainability? Listen to learn more.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support.  Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses launch Dec. 2! Click to learn more and register for these impactful programs Thank you to The International Educator for featuring this episode  You can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this link Share using #EmpathytoImpact Episode Summary Sophia, my guest this week on the podcast, is a senior at BCIS in Beijing. At the time of recording, she was wrapping up her sophomore year and we discussed her personal project for MYP. Sophia is passionate about wellness and feels that students don't always have access to the information and services they need to support their physical and mental health. She recognized this authentic community need and partnered with a migrant children's school in Beijing to develop a workshop for young students there. Join us as we celebrate the successes of this project and how a further connection with Peking University and an opportunity at her own school might lead to greater impact as this work continues.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support.  Considering professional development? Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate courses launch Dec. 2! Click to learn more and register for these impactful programs You can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this link Share using #EmpathytoImpact Episode Summary My guests on this episode are Bloomy and Mig, two seniors attending the International School of Bangkok. You might be interested in hiring them to lead your next corporate retreat. Participating in a program co-designed by Inspire Citizens along with the student-leaders themselves, they created a portrait of a leader that included skills and dispositions like empathy, critical thinking, active listening, interpersonal skills, and more. They then went through a series of workshops led by Inspire Citizens to bring this portrait to life within themselves. From there they took what they learned and applied it to their leadership roles in clubs and councils across the school. Most recently, with the support of a dedicated group of teachers at ISB, they led their own leadership workshops to build capacity within the school and empower the next student-leaders who will succeed them when they graduate. Book a call to learn more about how Inspire Citizens might support student-leaders at your school.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support.  Learn more about Toilet Twinning November 19 is UN World Toilet Day You can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this link #EmpathytoImpact Episode Summary As we approach UN World Toilet Day this month I wanted to revisit Caity”s story. Caity and the Toilet Twinning Group (TTC) at Frankfurt International School recently received the 11th Toilet Twinning certificate for FIS and it is twinned with a toilet in South Sudan. In South Sudan, only 10% of the population has access to safely managed sanitation, according to WHO and UNICEF. Drinking dirty and contaminated water leads to water borne diseases such as cholera and other diarrheal diseases, a leading cause of death among children in the country. South Sudanese women and girls face the hardest challenge with enrolment, retention, and education completion remain low.Caity, along with members of the TTC, ran a glitter tattoo stand at the recent Applefest. This created so much awareness about building toilets that Caity has come home with even higher numbers of bottles (another way the group fundraises). This means TTG@FIS will be able to twin more toilets for International Toilet Day on November 19th to make a difference in the lives of women, girls and communities.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support.  Enjoy photos from the exhibition that the students created in this vignette See student examples from  Inspire Citizens Eco-Media programs here You can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this link Share using #EmpathytoImpact Episode Summary At the end of the 22-23 school year, Seoul Foreign School paused their academic schedule for Discovery Week. This is an off-schedule week where students choose learning experiences in Korea and abroad. Juniors Jenna & Jia chose Eco-Photography facilitated by Ivy Yan from Inspire Citizens. Listen as they share their experiences, and the impact the program had on their connection to nature and their overall well-being.

If you have enjoyed the podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support.  For more information or to register for the Inspire Citizens Global Citizenship Certificate click here You can book a discovery call with Inspire Citizens at this link Share using #EmpathytoImpact Episode Summary On this episode, I catch up with Ferdinand and Thomas from Frankfurt International School. Both of these dedicated young men have been involved with the Changemaker Conference at FIS from the beginning and their passion is wellbeing. They have been working with Dr. Douglas Walker on a project called Peace of Mind. Press play to learn more.