Educators explore well-being, inner diversity, and the roots of inclusive learning

From 9–12 July 2025, a group of 24 participants gathered in Cuneo, Italy, for a dynamic training experience as part of Talent Without Borders—an international programme supporting secondary school professionals in recognising and nurturing both their own talents and those of their students. The group included educators, aspiring teachers, and members of the facilitation and organising teams.

Participants came from across Europe, including Italy, Greece, Turkey, Poland, Finland, France, Georgia, Portugal, and the Netherlands, alongside guests from Namibia and Israel. Most were teachers or preparing to become educators, bringing a rich mix of perspectives shaped by their diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. Over four days, they built a shared commitment: to create learning environments that are inclusive, responsive, and rooted in human connection.

Organised by Fondazione CRC and Rondò dei Talenti, in collaboration with the Learning for Well-being Foundation, Talent Without Borders blends in-person gatherings, follow-up support, and day-to-day application. The programme is grounded in the belief that learning and well-being are inseparable—and that by understanding our inner diversity, we can better support the young people we accompany.

In Cuneo, participants explored the Learning for Well-being perspective on holistic development, engaging with the mental, emotional, and physical dimensions of well-being. Sessions were interactive and reflective, combining theory with practice. Highlights included group activities using visual tools to explore learning styles, and a powerful session where participants analysed children’s behaviour through multiple lenses to better recognise individual needs.

One participant shared:

“It was inspiring to reflect on myself as an educator, but also as a person, and to connect with others doing the same.”

Feedback gathered at the end of the week confirmed the programme’s impact. Participants highlighted the warmth and energy of the group, the depth and usefulness of the content, and the value of exchanging experiences with peers from different countries. Many expressed a desire for more time—more time to practise, reflect, and keep the conversations going.

As another participant put it:

“Even though we come from different realities, we share similar challenges and a common desire to grow, to do better, and to support the young people we work with.”

This training marked a key step in the Inner Diversity programme area of the Learning for Well-being Foundation, which focuses on how recognising one’s uniqueness can strengthen relationships, deepen learning, and promote inclusion in education.

What’s next?

Each participant developed a personal action plan to apply what they learned in their local setting. They now continue their journey in small peer groups, followed by coaching sessions with L4WB facilitators. In October, the full group will reunite online to share outcomes, reflect together, and shape the next phase of this learning community.

By investing in the people who guide young people, Talent Without Borders helps grow a shared culture of care, connection, and possibility.