Global Schools Advocates 2026 : Formation et Certificat

Contexte

Teachers and school leaders looking to strengthen their skills in sustainable development education can now apply for the Global Schools Advocates Program, a free online opportunity designed to help educators bring sustainability, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and global issues into their classrooms and wider school communities. The programme is open to primary and secondary school teachers worldwide and offers participants free online training, mentorship, professional development sessions, a global educator network, teaching resources, and a formal certificate of completion. Applications are open until 18 September 2026.

What Is the Global Schools Advocates Program? The Global Schools Advocates Program is a cohort-based initiative for teachers and school leaders who want to integrate Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) into their classrooms, school operations and teaching practices. The programme was developed using insights from more than 220 sustainable development experts and over 40 educators. It aims to equip educators with the knowledge, resources and practical strategies needed to help students understand global challenges and become inspired to take action. Participants are not required to follow a fixed curriculum. Instead, the programme allows educators to adapt the available resources and activities to suit the needs and context of their own schools and communities.

Missions et responsabilités

• Turn Sustainable Development Knowledge Into Action : The programme encourages educators to move beyond learning about sustainability and begin introducing it to their school communities.
• Advocates are expected to introduce Education for Sustainable Development to students, colleagues and school leadership. This can include organising workshops for fellow teachers, introducing students to sustainable development concepts and adapting programme resources to local community contexts.
• Participants can then use the provided lesson plans, activity guides and Advocates Toolkit to implement sustainability-related activities in their classrooms or across their school communities.
• This flexible approach means teachers do not have to commit to a predefined curriculum. They can tailor activities according to their students’ needs, school priorities and local circumstances.
• Build a Global Network of Like-Minded Educators : Networking is another important component of the programme. Global Schools Advocates have opportunities to engage with educator mentors and participate in monthly professional development sessions. These activities allow participants to exchange ideas, discuss their experiences and learn from teachers working in different countries and educational contexts.
• The programme also encourages Advocates to share lessons learned with the Global Schools team and their wider communities.

Profil recherché

• The Global Schools Advocates Program is open to primary and secondary school teachers worldwide.
• Teachers working through recognised volunteering programmes, including programmes such as UN Volunteers, Fulbright and Teach for All, may also be eligible.
• A strong level of English to complete the training and participate in the global network.
• A willingness to dedicate at least 5 hours per week to the programme (approximately 5–10 hours per week expected for learning, brainstorming, experimenting with lesson plans and developing initiatives).
• An interest in the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Climate Agreement.
• A willingness to learn and collaborate with educators globally.
• The ability and motivation to inspire fellow teachers and members of their school community.
• Importantly, previous experience with the Sustainable Development Goals is not required.

Conditions et avantages

• Free online training in sustainable development education (approx. 10–15 hours, primarily online and asynchronously with optional synchronous lectures). After successfully completing the training, participants receive the Global Schools Advocate title and the Advocates Toolkit.
• Monthly online workshops and conversations.
• Access to a global network of educators.
• A structured mentorship programme.
• A comprehensive Advocates Toolkit containing more than 17 supporting documents.
• Opportunities to participate in international conferences and educational events.
• A formal Certificate of Completion.

Comment postuler

Interested educators can submit their applications through the official Global Schools application form. The programme also provides a Terms of Reference document, frequently asked questions and training syllabus for prospective applicants who want to understand the programme in greater detail before applying.

📅 Deadline: 18 September 2026

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