Three Cities in Two Weeks: Insights, Conversations and Next Steps

Well, the past two weeks have been non-stop, invigorating, and purposeful. Three cities, three conferences, and many thoughtful conversations about the future of student wellbeing and safety across different education systems. 

From GESS Dubai, to the DSB International School – Deutsche Schule Bombay Symposium in Mumbai, and finally DIDAC INDIA in Delhi, each event offered a different lens on the same core challenge: how schools can better support student wellbeing in a rapidly shifting digital landscape. 

What stood out across all three locations was the consistency of the concerns. Leaders everywhere are seeking structured, practical systems that help them act with clarity and confidence. 

Speaking at DSB was a particularly meaningful moment. The symposium brought together a wide range of educators, business leaders, and innovators, and the conversations there went deeper than surface-level interest. There was a genuine appetite for solutions that don’t simply add more complexity but instead make school culture and wellbeing more manageable, measurable, and embedded in the day-to-day life of a school. 

Being a part of the Australian delegation at DIDAC was an awe inspiring experience.  The support from Austrade and Trade Investment Queensland (TIQ) was exceptional. Their commitment to showcasing Australian innovation in education created an important platform for meaningful international collaboration. For Switch4Schools, having Austrade and TIQ amplify this work reinforced the relevance of wellbeing as a global priority, not just an Australian one. Their presence opened doors to schools and organisations genuinely looking for long-term, sustainable solutions. 

To our wonderful team, thank you. We are beyond grateful for you. 

To the leaders and educators we met along the way (whether briefly or across multiple events), thank you for your openness and for the important work you’re doing. These discussions continue to shape our approach and help us refine practical tools that genuinely support schools. 

If your school is currently reviewing wellbeing or emotional literacy and you’d like to explore options or share your perspective, we are always open to connecting. 

- Roshelle.