Theme: Healthy Educators, Healthy Classrooms: Strengthening Emotional Resilience in Schools

Akili Sawa invites educators, school leaders, mental health champions, and wellness advocates to a special hybrid event marking the International Day of Education. This session focuses on building emotional resilience among teachers and strengthening wellness systems in Kenyan schools.

Event Details

Date

January 23

Organised By

Akili Sawa
In partnership with:

• TBA

Physical Venue

TBA
(Physical attendance available for invited school partners)

Time

• Physical Event: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM EAT
• Live Virtual Webinar: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EAT

Event Overview

Teachers are at the heart of every strong education system — yet they face rising stress, emotional exhaustion, and burnout. This year’s International Day of Education focuses on strengthening educator wellness as the foundation of healthy learning environments.

Join us for an inspiring and practical session exploring:

• Modern stressors facing teachers in 2025
• Practical tools for daily emotional resilience
• Recognising early signs of teacher burnout
• School-wide wellness strategies
• The role of digital mental health tools in promoting wellbeing
• How emotionally supported educators create emotionally safe classrooms

Who Should Attend

• Teachers (Primary & Secondary)
• School Heads & Administrators
• Guidance & Counselling Teams
• School Wellness Coordinators
• Education NGOs & Partners
• Mental Health Advocates

What to Expect

• Expert-led wellness session
• Practical resilience exercises
• Panel discussion with lived-experience educators
• Interactive Q&A session
• Networking for physical attendees

Registration

Free for all educators and partner schools.
Registration Link