Happy Schools International Online course | HSIO
HSIO is a free 9 month global online course who offer a holistic and experienced based learning journey for professionals in the educational sector to co-develop sustainable and future-oriented learning environments.
2 to 4 hours weekly workload
New topic/theme covered every weeks - 40 weeks!
Participants are involved in the process, giving feedback and contextualizing what they've learnt so that they can contribute to the programme!
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In today's fast-changing world, young people seek meaning amidst climate crises, socioeconomic upheavals, and technological advances like AI, which question traditional education. Schools, while important for knowledge, often overlook crucial life skills. To unlock human potential and promote fulfillment, we must build self-confidence and nurture positive relationships, emphasizing social-emotional skills. Teachers are key in creating supportive learning environments that prioritize well-being, shaping future adults who can thrive personally, socially, and environmentally.
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The HSIO project has two main goals: to establish global partnerships for educator development and create an online learning platform. Year one focuses on training 150 diverse international pioneers in education, providing ongoing support, and refining the global prototype. In years II-IV, the project expands its collaboration, incorporates real-time experiences, encourages deeper interaction among participants, and generates valuable learning materials and scientific articles.
The idea is to give access to as many teachers as possible each year worldwide!
Intention of the HSIO course
In the described context, the Happy Schools International Online Course (HSIO) is born out of a threefold consideration
HSIO is based on the gift economy - Support us !
Our journey began with a year of passionate volunteer efforts and incredible donor support, allowing us to develop and launch the 40-week program pilot within a 9-month timeframe.
This has set a strong foundation for the HSIO program's growth and success. As we look ahead to 2026, we're committed to refining and expanding the course, aiming to inspire educators worldwide.
Looking forward...
As we embark on the next phase, your support is crucial to expand our reach and impact, connecting thousands of teachers worldwide.
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Your donation helps create a virtuous circle of generosity.
Return on the first year of course prototype.
In 2024, after two years of development, we launched HSIO, a free 9-month online course for teachers and educators. Out of over 300 applications, 99 participants from 27 countries joined the pilot on our partner ServiceSpace's platform.
99 participants
The course began in August 2024, laying the pedagogical and conceptual foundations before the three modules: self-care, care for others, and care for the planet.
"My main intention in doing this course is to learn strategies and skills to promote wellbeing in both self and students " _Participant from Bhoutan.
Throughout the program, online group sessions are organized, allowing participants to share their experiences and build an international community of practice. This initiative promises to transform the educational experience and strengthen connections among teachers worldwide.
"Since I have joined Happy School, I found myself relaxed, motivated. In the class also I am trying to teach in a creative way, acknowledging importance of student's feelings."
_Participants from India.
Participants are also actively involved in the process, providing their feedback and contextualizing what they have learned to help improve the program!
HSIO Through the Eyes of a 20-Year-Old Social Sciences Student !
27 Countries represented!
"Taking care of oneself is an act of kindness. When we nourish ourselves with kindness, we are then able to extend that same kindness to others." _Participant from USA
"At this moment, thanks to everything I have learned, I allow myself to be, to feel, to choose, to be heard, to express my limits, my needs, my way of thinking... my self-confidence has appeared!!" _Participant from France
"Happiness is the feeling we get when we create positive value, contributing to a better life for ourselves and those around us." _Participant from Vietnam
40 lecturers & facilitators !
Amongst them…
Dr Tho HA VINH, Founder of Eurasia and the Happy School by ELI program
Andreas SCHLEICHER, Director for Education and Skills, and Special Advisor on Education Policy to the Secretary-General at the OECD.
Dre Anne-Emmanuelle AMBRESIN, Pediatrician and head of the division for adolescent health CHUV-Lausanne
Dr. Orlaith O’SULLIVAN, Mindfulness Training & Consultancy Mindfulness ; Consultant at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Yvi YAN, Co-founder, Two Birds Education; Chief Happiness Officer at Inspire Citizens
Arnaud DURAND, Certified Trainer in NonViolent Communication, Vice President of Eurasia Association
Julia LEYRIS, Operational coordinator of the Happy Schools programs ; mindfulness facilitator; theatrical stage-director
Ursula VERSTEEGEN PhD, co-founder of the Presencing Institute. Action Researcher and Practitioner ; Mindful Agriculture Advocate
Kiran BIR SETHI, Founder of Riverside School and Design for Change, Advocate for Child-Centered Education
Edith FAVOREU, PhD HSIO program leader and learning coordinator
Juliette NORRMÉN-SMITH, former Education Policy Specialist at UNESCO's Global Education Coalition.
Dre Russia HA-VINH LEUCHTER, Senior medical doctor at Geneva University Hospital, Child development specialist in early detection and treatment of developmental disorders
Tim HUANG, Strategist, researcher and trainer Head of Wellbeing at ELC School and Country Co-Lead of Design for Change Bhutan.
Jackson FERGUSSON, Happy Maths & Physic Teachers, Mindfulness instructor & co-founder of The Art of Mindful Living
Fabienne LAGIER, Professional Coach and Education Consultant
Katia DURAND, Facilitator of the Happy Schools Program and GNH CAS, Human Resources Professional and Burnout Specialist
Jacoba HARM, Community builder and facilitator on Theory U, GNH and learning journey designer at Eurasia Learning Institute
Marie-Fleur BAERISWYL, President of Eurasia Association, Special needs and refugee support, Specialized educator.
Prof. Thakur S. POWDYEL, Former minister of Education, Royal Government of Bhutan
Pd Dr. Olga KLIMECKI, Neuroscientist and Psychologist. Researcher & leading expert in the domain of empathy and compassion
Dr Dzung VO, Pediatrician specializing in Adolescent Medicine, founding Director of the BC Children’s Hospital Centre for Mindfulness and Clinical Associate Professor
Deki CHODEN, director of the ELC school in Paro, Bhutan, teacher.
Caromai BOUQUET, Mindfulness Instructor co-founder of the Art of Mindful Living, Eurasia Learning Institute facilitator
Hai NGHUYEN, Eurasia Foundation’s Representative and ELI’s Vietnam Director
Murielle QUENZER, Specialist in primary education, Experienced teacher, passionate about holistic child development
Helga LUGER-SCHREINER, Certified MSC & MCP Teacher, Metta meditation teacher, artist, art therapist and art teacher, Montessori educator.
Jana CASTLES, Special Needs Educator, ELI Trainer and Facilitator.
Special guest : Nipun MEHTA
Founder of ServiceSpace a global community working at the intersection of technology, volunteerism and a gift culture and the HSIO learning platform host ! Also Karma Kitchen, DailyGood and KindSpring incubator of gift economy projects.
Book Extract / Radical Love
Special guest : Satish Kumar
Peace-pilgrim, life-long activist, and former monk, Satish Kumar has been inspiring global change for over 50 years. Webinar about "Radical Love" with Satish Kumar, organized by Eurasia Learning Institute for the Gross National Happiness (GNH) Master Class in Vietnam and shared with the Happy schools International Online participants.
