A PATH to Systems Thinking with the Sustainability Compass
2025-02-09 | Virtual
This workshop is part of the Future Learning Summit 2025, a two-day event connecting students, parents and global educators with thought leaders who are passionate about the future of education. With an ever-changing social, economic, and environmental global landscape, children and young people have a lot to navigate in their futures and education is the catalyst for innovation. With ‘Education for a Shared Humanity’ as the summit theme, we’ll be exploring what it means to be humanly connected in an increasingly technology-driven world, and unpacking a range of ideas designed to help children and young people to shape their futures. While this theme is highly personalised, meaning something different to every delegate, at its heart is the recognition that the interconnectedness between peoples remains important and education has the power to enable this to thrive. During the summit delegates will hear from forward thinking and passionate educators, students and leaders through keynotes and panel discussions, and engage in workshops that will challenge their ideas of education.

Workshop Description
The Sustainability Compass is a powerful tool for building systems thinking skills that can support community change-making. In this virtual workshop participants will co-construct a Compass using the PATH process on a challenge of their choice. Participants will consider how the tool can be actively integrated across the curriculum to leverage systems thinking from their roles.
This virtual workshop will be held on Sunday, February 9 in two sessions 11:00-11:45 am and 12:45-13:30 pm UTC+3. Please join us in this workshop if you are attending the summit!

REGISTER FOR THE SUMMIT HERE

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Presenter
Britta McCarthy
Britta McCarthy is the Learning Director at the American International School of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and is a former Social Studies and Science teacher. Her “spark” comes from authentic learning experiences that can transform individuals, schools, and communities. Britta has used Compass Education tools in her class for almost ten years, and can’t say enough about how they create student agency and action around some of the most challenging issues of our time. In her leisure time she enjoys spending time in nature as a hiker and diver, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Europe Compass Education Group Meet-Up
2025-02-19 17:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Paris) | Virtual
We are very excited to invite the Europe Regional Education Group to our next Virtual Meet-up! It will be held on Wednesday, February 19 at 5 pm CET. We look forward to reconnecting with many inspiring educators and change-makers throughout our region.
If you are interested in being part of this sustainability education community and joining us in this meet-up, please sign up below. You can also join our CEG Europe LinkedIn page to get some updates, resources and exciting opportunities in the region. Looking forward to seeing you at this year’s first regional meeting!

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Asia-Pacific Compass Education Group Meet-Up
2025-02-20 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
We are very excited to invite the Asia-Pacific Regional Education Group to our next Virtual Meet-up! It will be held on Sunday, February 23 at 7 pm Singapore Time, focusing on the theme of Permaculture & Community Gardening. This will be a great opportunity for us in the Asia-Pacific group to connect, introduce ourselves, and share ideas on topics that matter to us. During the session, we will share ideas, thoughts, or projects from your work or experience around Biodiversity & Nature – How can we use systems-thinking tools to address nature and biodiversity in our communities? For example, through approaches like permaculture, community gardens, food forests, etc.
If you are interested in being part of this sustainability education community and joining us in this meet-up, please sign up below. You can also join our CEG Asia-Pacific LinkedIn page to get some updates, resources and exciting opportunities in the region. Looking forward to seeing you at this year’s first regional meeting!

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Middle East & North Africa (MENA) Compass Education Group Meet-Up
2025-02-22 17:00 - 18:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Virtual
We are very excited to invite the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Education Group to our next Virtual Meet-up! It will be held on Saturday, February 23 at 5 pm Dubai Time (UTC+4). The meet-up will be focusing on utilizing the Sustainability Compass tool (for those wanting to learn about it and also those wanting to share their own experiences with it) for learning about global issues (we will choose which one or two are best for the group). We’ll also have a chance to have an open conversation about how best to support the topic of sustainability in our classroom and school communities!
If you are interested in being part of this sustainability education community and joining us in this meet-up, please sign up below. You can also join our CEG MENA LinkedIn page to get some updates, resources and exciting opportunities in the region. Looking forward to seeing you at this year’s first regional meeting!

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The Americas Compass Education Group Meet-Up
2025-02-26 16:30 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
We are very excited to invite the Americas Regional Education Group to our next Virtual Meet-up! It will be held on Wednesday, February 26 from 4:30 p.m. Mexico City Time (UTC -6). We look forward to reconnecting with many inspiring educators and change-makers throughout our region. This meeting aims to build confidence in becoming advocates for systems thinking in education. This meeting will be a Master Class in crafting a compelling advocacy message, using storytelling to inspire action, and identifying key strategies for expanding systems thinking education in our communities.
If you are interested in being part of this sustainability education community and joining us in this meet-up, please sign up below. You can also join our CEG The Americas LinkedIn page to get some updates, resources and exciting opportunities in the region. Looking forward to seeing you at this year’s first regional meeting!

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Reimagining Schools as Catalysts for Sustainable Systems Change!
2025-03-03 09:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista, FL, United States
The annual Green Schools Conference (GSC) brings together everyone involved in creating and advocating for green schools, with a focus on those leading their schools and school systems toward whole-school sustainability.

Workshop Description
Empower school communities to become dynamic leaders in sustainability! This hands-on workshop guides participants in developing a shared language for integrating sustainable practices across curricula and communities, fostering equitable and impactful change, and inspiring student leadership. Transform your school into a catalyst for a sustainable future!
This workshop will be held on the first day of the conference, March 3 at 9:30 – 11:30 am and led by Compass Education’s Executive Director and Facilitator, Nicole Swedlow. If you’ll be at the Green Schools Conference, reach out to Nicole and join the workshop!

REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE HERE

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Presenter
Nicole Swedlow
Nicole Swedlow is the Executive Director of Compass Education, a global non-profit supporting education for sustainability through training in systems thinking practices. As a consultant, she is passionate about helping schools and businesses integrate sustainable principles with a strategic, inclusive and conscious approach. Nicole’s work in nonprofit leadership and sustainability as Director of the nonprofit organization Entreamigos, has been recognized by the United Nations, as a finalist for the Global Equator Initiative, as a breakout speaker for the World Economic Forum, and by the Dalai Lama, as a 2014 Unsung Hero of Compassion. Nicole has a Masters Degree in Education and Global Change from the University of British Columbia.

Systems Thinking to Cultivate Connection and Belonging: A Roundtable Conversation for Educators from Sub-Saharan Africa and the MENA Regions
2025-04-23 16:00 - 17:15 (Europe/Helsinki) | Virtual
How can educators and schools use systems thinking to create a sense of belonging and connection? Cultivating connections is key to building sustainable communities, so let’s explore this topic together in honor of Earth Day 2025!
Join us for an engaging and insightful roundtable discussion exploring “Systems Thinking to Cultivate Connection and Belonging: A Roundtable Conversation for Educators from Sub-Saharan Africa and the MENA Regions”. This roundtable will be a space for PK-12 educators from across the Middle East and Africa regions to share stories and ask questions about how we can utilize Compass Education’s systems thinking tools to cultivate a connection to people, place, and the planet. Come be part of the conversation!
Date: April 23, 2023
Time: 4 pm – 5:15 pm Central Africa Time (UTC +2)
Location: Zoom Meeting (details sent after registration)

Event Highlights

Storytelling Spotlight: Share your story or listen to other educators share their experiences integrating systems thinking into their work to cultivate a sense of belonging or connection to people, place and planet.
Interactive Discussions: Share your questions, ideas and opportunities on this topic during our open discussion on questions generated by you and our facilitators. Help shape the conversation by sharing your questions when you register.
Collaborative Opportunities: Explore potential collaborations and new ideas to further enhance your systems thinking and sustainability practice.

By sharing experiences and exchanging ideas, we hope to inspire and equip each other to create meaningful and lasting change in our classrooms and beyond.

Who Should Attend
This event is tailored for PK-12 educators who have exposure to Compass Education’s systems thinking tools. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to these methods, your participation and insights will contribute to a rich and collaborative dialogue.
RSVP: Please confirm your attendance by Tuesday, April 22. For more information or any inquiries, please contact us at team@compasseducation.org.
We look forward to your participation as we explore new ways to empower our students for a more sustainable and equitable future!

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The Americas Compass Education Group Meet-Up
2025-09-24 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
You are cordially invited to attend our upcoming regional group meeting:
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, September 24
⏰ Time: 4:00-5:00 pm (UTC-6)
📍 Location: Zoom details will be sent by email (and after registration for new members)

The purpose of these meetings is to bring together members of The Americas group to discuss matters of mutual concern and importance.
As the new school year begins (for most of us), join us to explore systems thinking tools that can help us set intentions, identify leverage points, and prioritize what matters most. Together, we’ll reflect on our goals for the year, share strategies that have worked in our schools, and co-create a toolkit of practices to launch the year with clarity, purpose, and momentum.

We hope that you can join us and look forward to your participation in this important event!
If you are interested in being part of this sustainability education community and joining us in this meet-up, please sign up below. You can also join our CEG Sub-Saharan Africa LinkedIn page to get some updates, resources and exciting opportunities in the region. Looking forward to seeing you at this year’s first regional meeting!

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Sub-Saharan Africa Compass Education Group Meet-Up
2025-09-25 18:00 - 19:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Virtual
We’re really excited to reconnect with you all!
It’s time to jump back into another inspiring year of sustainability and systems thinking.
Are you a teacher, coordinator, or administrator? In whatever capacity you serve, let’s come together to spark new ideas and make a real difference in our communities and kick-start the conversation.

You are invited to join the Sub-Saharan Africa Meet-up:
💡 Topic: Exploring Sustainability in Our Communities: A Systems Thinking Approach
🗓️ Date: Thursday, September 25
⏰ Time: 6 pm Zimbabwe Time (UTC +2)
📍 Location: Zoom details will be sent by email (and after registration for new members)

It will be a fantastic opportunity to connect with passionate peers, get motivated for a great year ahead, and hopefully, create some lasting change together.

If you are interested in being part of this sustainability education community and joining us in this meet-up, please sign up below. Looking forward to continuing our journey of sharing and growing as a Sub-Saharan community!

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Sub-Saharan Africa Compass Education Group Meet-Up
2025-10-30 18:00 - 19:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Virtual
We’re excited to invite you to join our upcoming virtual Meet-Up:
💡 Topic: Beyond Facts: “The Iceberg Tool for Sustainable Thinking
🗓️ Date: Thursday, October 30
⏰ Time: 6 pm UTC+2
📍 Location: Zoom details will be sent by email (and after registration for new members)

This session is for anyone interested in learning about this tool. It promises to deepen our understanding of systems thinking and sustainability in education, providing practical insights for our teaching and/or leadership roles.
Anyone interested in sharing their experience using the Systems Iceberg tool, please feel free to let us know so we can include it in the presentation!
Please mark your calendars and join us in a great collaboration. Your participation enriches our community and supports our collective growth.
Looking forward to continuing our journey of sharing and growing as a Sub-Saharan community!

If you are interested in being part of this sustainability education community and joining us in this meet-up, please sign up below. You can also join our CEG Sub-Saharan Africa LinkedIn page to get some updates, resources and exciting opportunities in the region. Looking forward to seeing you at this year’s first regional meeting!

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Education for the Planet Through a Systems Lens
2025-11-20 13:00 - 13:50 UTC | Virtual
GLOW (Global Learning for an Open World) Conference is a premier virtual event dedicated to global education and innovation. This conference aims to enhance global competencies, foster cross-border collaboration, nurture dynamic global citizenship, and ensure equitable access to quality education for all.
About the Workshop
🌏 Title: Education for the Planet Through a Systems Lens
🗓️ Date: November 20
⏰ Time: 1:00 – 1:50 UTC
This workshop invites educators to explore how systems thinking tools can deepen sustainability education and inspire meaningful student action. This workshop provides educators with hands-on tools, real-world examples, and collaborative experiences to help them integrate sustainability meaningfully into their teaching. By connecting the Sustainability Compass and the Systems Iceberg, two powerful and practical systems thinking tools, to authentic school contexts such as gardens and food systems, participants will see how sustainability education can move from abstract concepts to concrete actions. Ultimately, this session aims to inspire educators to nurture students as thoughtful, creative, and responsible changemakers who can positively impact both their communities and the planet.

Register Here

Facilitator

Zhenying Liang, originally from southern China, has taught in international schools in both China and Vietnam and is now continuing her teaching journey in Thailand. She holds two Master’s degrees- one in Education and another in Global Environment and Sustainability. At her current school, she teaches Chinese and serves as the sustainability coordinator. Zhenying believes that systems thinking empowers students to address complex challenges and amplify their collective impact.

Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Compass Education Group Meet-Up
2025-11-22 15:00 - 16:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Virtual
We are very excited to invite the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Education Group to our next Virtual Meet-up!
🗓️ Date: Thursday, September 25
⏰ Time: 6 pm Zimbabwe Time (UTC +2)
📍 Location: Zoom details will be sent by email (and after registration for new members)

We will be delving a bit more formally into the Systems Iceberg as a way to allow students (or adults) to look deeper into an issue. We’d love for you to bring a list – in your head or on paper – of things your school does for sustainability and regeneration. We’ll be using the Systems Iceberg to analyze where we stand, as a collective, and how we might deepen the work that schools in our region to do to become more sustainable and regenerative.
If you are interested in being part of this sustainability education community and joining us in this meet-up, please sign up below. Looking forward to seeing you at the upcoming meet-up!

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Asia-Pacific Compass Education Group Meet-Up
2025-11-23 16:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Virtual
We are very excited to invite the Asia Pacific Regional Education Group to our next Virtual Meet-up!
🗓️ Date: Sunday, November 23
⏰ Time: 4 pm Singapore time (UTC+8)
📍 Location: Zoom details will be sent by email (and after registration for new members)

Please mark the date in your calendars, and I will send a reminder and more information about the meeting closer to the time.
If you are interested in being part of this sustainability education community and joining us in this meet-up, please sign up below. Looking forward to seeing you at the upcoming meet-up!

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Sub-Saharan Africa Compass Education Group Meet-Up
2025-11-27 17:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Virtual
We’re excited to invite you to join our upcoming virtual Meet-Up:
💡 Topic: Navigating Our Journey: Reflecting on Systems, Sustainability, and Impact
🗓️ Date: Thursday, November 27
⏰ Time: 5 pm UTC+2 (Zimbabwean time zone)
📍 Location: Zoom details will be sent by email (and after registration for new members)

In this upcoming meet-up, we will do a recap of some of the sustainability tools we have explored thus far and focus on plans to create an even greater impact.
Please mark your calendars and join us in a great collaboration. Your participation enriches our community and supports our collective growth.

If you are interested in being part of this sustainability education community and joining us in this meet-up, please sign up below.

Looking forward to continuing our journey of sharing and growing as a Sub-Saharan community!

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