
Online Course
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4 weeks
Life-Centered System Thinking
For inner and outer change
Live Sessions
January 15, 2025 from 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM CET
January 22, 2025 from 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM CET
January 29, 2025 from 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM CET
February 5, 2025 from 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM CET
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We invite you to be the change you want to see in the world with our holistic and experimental learning journey designed for the head, heart, and hands. Let’s explore the inner dimensions of sustainability and enable systems change by connecting with ourselves and the web of life.
- Yagmur Gungor, IDG Switzerland & Life-Centered Design School
From Human-Centered to Life-Centered
This 4-week experimental program combines Indigenous Wisdom, Sound Healing, and Nature-Based Mindfulness practices with the analytical tools of Systems Thinking and the creative mindsets of Life-Centered Design. Designed according to Education for Sustainability (EfS) standards and performance indicators, this program aims to cultivate skills within the three dimensions of Inner Development Goals Framework:
- Being
- Thinking
- Relating
Join our program to catalyze inner, organizational, and systemic change to progress towards a more harmonious, sustainable, and equitable world.
The program is open to people wanting to form reciprocal relationships with the web of life and create change at an individual, organizational, and systemic level, regardless of their previous experiences.

Life-Centered System Thinking
This course will equip you with the mindsets and muscles to be a systems change agent. You will practice being, thinking, and relating to address sustainability challenges on different levels. What you will learn:
Expand inner capacity to face and work effectively with global sustainability challenges
Gain new perspectives and shift from anthropocentric to life-centric thinking by learning from Indigenous Wisdom
Cultivate mindfulness and form deeper relationships with nature and the web of life through Nature-Based Mindfulness techniques
Empathize with the natural world and learn to give nature a voice by creating Non-Human Personas using the Life-Centered Design approach
Outline and map a complex system at a basic level and gain a simplified conceptual understanding of it
Develop a holistic understanding of the world and apply Systems Thinking to solve problems in personal and professional life
Experience the benefits of sound healing such as relaxation, an increased sense of well-being, expanded awareness, and access to inner visionary experience
Course Fee
265 €
Student
Designed specifically to support students, whether enrolled in academic or non-academic programs.
425 €
Supported
Acknowledging the importance of affordability, this tier offers a reduced price to grant access to a wider audience. Your commitment helps us maintain our commitment to accessibility while acknowledging financial realities.
585 €
Regular
Covering the base cost of the program, this level ensures that our training remains sustainable and accessible. Your contribution directly supports the development of our curriculum and resources.
745 €
Supporter or Company Paid
At this level, you can make a significant impact by ensuring that other program members with limited financial resources have the opportunity to join our program at a reduced rate. Your support fosters inclusivity and diversity within our program.
Sign Up for the first group to join in January 2025
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Inner Development Goals Switzerland
Inner Development Goals Switzerland Hub is a cross-sector platform dedicated to fostering the inner development capacity of individuals and organizations in Switzerland and globally through Swiss IDG Academy. At the heart of our mission is the democratization of access to Inner Development Goals (IDGs), strategically leveraging an inner shift that accelerates the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Swiss IDG Academy, part of Inner Development Goals (IDG) Switzerland, is an educational platform dedicated to democratizing access to transformative literacy through curated, quality content. At IDG Academy, we offer accessible and impactful IDG learning experiences. These programs are customized for organizational teams and available publicly for individuals seeking personal growth and professional development. We are dedicated to shaping a sustainable future through education, community engagement, and actionable initiatives.