Manjula Devi Pillai
Kenz Advanced Int'l School
India
Manjula Devi Pillai is a global education leader with 20+ years in K–12 international schooling. She has led curriculum innovation, faculty development, and cultural transformation aligned with the UNSDGs. Set to take on the role of Director of Academics and Principal in Saudi Arabia, her focus lies in shaping inclusive, future-ready educational ecosystems.

Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders: Centering Well-being in Education
26/07/2025 11:00 UTC
This session explores transformative approaches to well-being and equity in today’s learning ecosystems. Drawing on global leadership experience, it unpacks how social-emotional learning, identity-affirming pedagogy, and trauma-informed frameworks empower students to thrive. With a future-focused lens, it offers strategies to cultivate inclusive, resilient, and purpose-driven school communities that nurture today’s learners into tomorrow’s changemakers.
Key takeaways:
- Actionable frameworks to integrate social-emotional learning, mental health, and trauma-informed practices into daily school life. 
- Strategies for cultivating identity-safe, culturally responsive, and purpose-driven learning environments. 
- Leadership insights on building resilient, future-ready school communities that prioritize student well-being and belonging.