In an interconnected world, global studies programs have become essential for preparing students to engage thoughtfully with complex international issues, diverse perspectives, and cross-cultural understanding. However, many schools struggle to move beyond surface-level cultural appreciation to create truly transformative global education that develops critical thinking, empathy, and genuine global competency.

Kairos partners with seasoned global studies educators and international education specialists to help schools reimagine and revitalize their global studies programming. Our consultants bring extensive experience in curriculum design, international partnerships, and authentic global engagement to transform your school's approach to international education.

Comprehensive Global Studies Consulting Services:

  • Program Audit and Vision Development: Assessing current global studies offerings and developing a coherent, school-wide vision for international education

  • Curriculum Design and Integration: Creating interdisciplinary approaches that weave global perspectives throughout academic departments rather than isolating them in single courses

  • Authentic Assessment Strategies: Developing evaluation methods that measure genuine global competency, critical thinking about international issues, and cross-cultural communication skills

  • Partnership Development: Establishing meaningful relationships with international schools, organizations, and communities for authentic exchange and collaboration

  • Faculty Development: Training teachers across disciplines to incorporate global perspectives and international content into their courses

  • Student Experience Design: Creating immersive learning opportunities, from model UN programs to international service learning that goes beyond "voluntourism"

  • Community Engagement: Developing programming that connects local and global communities in meaningful ways

Our approach emphasizes:

  • Moving beyond cultural stereotypes to genuine understanding of global complexity

  • Developing students' capacity for perspective-taking and critical analysis of international issues

  • Creating sustainable programs that evolve with changing global dynamics

  • Integrating global studies throughout the school experience rather than treating it as an add-on

We work with schools to ensure their global studies programs prepare students not just to appreciate diversity, but to engage thoughtfully and effectively as global citizens in an increasingly complex world.