Find your purpose and take action
MOODs are large-scale experiential learning journeys designed to help participants understand complex global challenges and take concrete action.
They are certified by the Learning Planet Institute, part of theUnited Nations University and UNESCO category II Institute.
These immersive, certifying journeys - 100% online and rooted in real-world impact - allow young people aged 15 to 35 to
Explore what you want to contribute to in the world
Understand a major global challenge through a systemic and scientific lens
Act on a concrete problem related to that challenge within a community of young social entrepreneurs
Acquire essential 21st-century skills such as communication, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, emotional intelligence, empathy, and leadership
Three global challenges at the heart of our action
- Environment & Climate - Become an actor in the ecological transition (see «In the MOOD for Climate Action» journey below)
- Peace & Democracy - Build a more just and inclusive world (MOOD currently in development)
- Mental Health & Wellbeing - Care for all generations (upcoming MOOD project)
How does it work?
1. Discover
- Explore what you love, your values, and what you want to contribute to the world
- Gain a scientific and systemic understanding of the MOOD’s specific global challenge
- Learn the importance of emotional regulation - how to express and manage your emotions
2. Ideate
- Explore local issues related to global challenges as part of a team
- Match your talents with a local need to create a project idea you want to bring to life
- Refine your idea through mentor guidance and field interviews, then pitch it!
3. Build
- Turn your project idea into reality with your team
- Learn to run a supportive and effective team
- Plan and execute your project
- Progress with advice from your mentor
- Make a real impact and showcase your results
- Join a global community of changemakers
The most promising projects will receive support from the INCO incubator to ensure their long-term sustainability.
Join an innovative and impactful educational movement - be part of the next fully funded cohort!
Testimonials
Our MOODs
In the MOOD for Climate Action
A new way to learn and act for the climate
Climate action education is now a necessity to meet the current emergency. However, beyond knowledge, teachers and learners need specific skills to learn how to act at scale with confidence. In the MOOD for Climate Action is a journey specifically focused on climate change.
Learners, be part of the next fully funded cohort!
Educational institutions: become a partner
- Share with your students information about our next run
- Enhance & Enrich: adopt the full MOOD track or integrate specific modules into your existing curriculum by co-designing with us
- Co-certify: give your students a career advantage with a prestigious certification from a United Nations University Hub
- Join our expert network: help shape the next generation of changemakers. We are looking for mentors and experts to guide students through their local, action-oriented projects
- Fund: support the scale of this global initiative and invest in youth agency
In the MOOD for Peaceful Futures
Building global bridges for peace
[Under construction]
- The 2023 Youth Talks survey, which interviewed over 46,000 young people (ages 19-24), revealed that "Peace" is their absolute priority
- An independent study based on face-to-face discussions with 4,230 young people across 27 countries demonstrates their positive role in peacekeeping
Yet, youth participation in formal peace processes remains limited: a lack of political space, representation, and heard voices.
In the MOOD for Peaceful Futures - currently being developed by the Learning Planet Institute in collaboration with Global Education Futures - will use the same pedagogical methods as In the MOOD for Climate Action.
This journey will explore how concrete local initiatives can build peaceful societies.
We are seeking financial partners – Invest in the peacebuilders of tomorrow!
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Discover, imagine, build
Onsite or online
Our MOODs are part of a wider ecosystem of complementary national and international youth engagement and education programmes led by the Learning Planet Institute.
