Join us for “Cultural Compass: Navigating Leadership Across Borders,” a dynamic workshop for educators and leaders aimed at enhancing understanding of leadership in multicultural settings. In our interconnected world, effective leadership transcends geographical boundaries and cultural divides.
This workshop will explore foundational theories of cultural dimensions by Geert Hofstede and Erin Meyer. Participants will gain a robust framework for analyzing cultural interactions within educational environments. Through engaging discussions and practical exercises, we will examine how differing cultural values and communication styles impact leadership effectiveness and team dynamics.
Attendees will reflect on their own leadership experiences in diverse cultural contexts, sharing challenges and successes while gaining insights from peers. Our goal is to cultivate a rich dialogue that promotes cultural awareness and empathetic leadership.
Key takeaways include:
• An understanding of Hofstede’s cultural dimensions and Meyer’s Culture Map as tools for navigating cross-cultural interactions.
• Practical strategies for leading diverse teams and fostering inclusivity within schools.
• Insights into enhancing communication and collaboration among multicultural stakeholders.
• Opportunities to share and learn from colleagues’ experiences, creating a collective resource for effective cultural leadership.
Join us in this collaborative workshop as we equip ourselves with the knowledge and skills to lead with cultural competence and confidence in our globalized educational landscape. Let’s navigate the complexities of cultural leadership together!
March 2026 - 21CLHK
Job Role Applicability:
- School Leader
- Technology Director
- Curriculum Director / Coordinator
- Director of Admissions / Marketing
- Head of School/Director
- Director of Professional Development
- Board Member
- Art Teacher
- Chinese Language Teacher
- Counselor
- Drama Teacher
- English/Language Arts Teacher
- Humanities Teacher
- Learning Specialist
- Teacher Librarian
- Mathematics Teacher
- Science / STEAM Teacher
- Social Studies Teacher
- Primary Teacher
- Early Childhood Teacher
- Physical Education Teacher
- Modern Foreign Language
- Design & Technology
- Technology Coach
- School Support Staff
- Coaching
- Counseling
- Professional Learning
Presentation
- Lower Elementary [Age 4 - 6]
- Upper Elementary [Age 8 - 10]
- Middle School [Age 11 - 13]
- High School [Age 14 - 17]
- Higher Education [Age 18+]


