Why should you come to the 8TH IPPA World Congress on Positive Psychology?

Positive psychology is the scientific study of human flourishing. The IPPA World Congress is the largest global gathering of researchers and practitioners who focus on the science of well-being and how it can be used to support mental health, personal development, happiness and resilience in individuals and organizations. 

This Congress is an ideal professional development opportunity for educators who care about designing wellbeing into curriculum and school cultures. 

Student wellbeing

Learn about the latest research and best practices in character education, wellbeing, and social and emotional learning to proactively build the mental health of students, particularly in the face of pandemic-related challenges.

Educator wellbeing

Examine the current research on how educators worldwide are responding to high pressures and increased stress, and discover strategies used to prevent disengagement or burnout and prioritize educator wellbeing.

Systemic school culture

Explore strategies and techniques for cultivating positive group dynamics and psychological safety within schools to foster a systemic shift toward a positive school culture that prioritizes the wellbeing of all stakeholders.

WHAT KIND OF PRESENTATIONS CAN YOU EXPECT TO SEE AT THE CONGRESS?

With over 590 presentations across 4 action packed days, there is a path of content for everyone. To give a snapshot, please see a small example of talks focused on education that you can find in the program:

• Cultivating Awareness and Resilience in Education (CARE) for educators - A mindfulness-based professional development program aimed at improving wellbeing in schools, Sebrina Doyle Fosco (view session information)

• Positive Psychology for kids and Teens: Building strength, resilience and well-being at important life stages, Lea Waters (view session information)

• Leadership for Flourishing: Positive Approaches to Relationship Building in Education, Benjamin Kutsyuruba (view session information)

Positive psychology researchers and practitioners will be presenting their work on the most innovative research and practice on a wide variety of topics including: psychological wellbeing and resilience, coping and emotion regulation, mindfulness, motivation, career and work, youth development, social & emotional learning, meaning and purpose, using character strengths, building positive relationships, posttraumatic growth, practical workplace strategies, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and much more!

Choose a path that fits your needs and interests and join us in Vancouver to connect with as many as 1,500 like-minded individuals who are keen to learn and grow together around the study of human flourishing. 

Take advantage of flight and accommodation discounts available to attendees, register now!