Mission and soul

At NetEdu, we believe education has the power to transform the world. We dream of a future where every child, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to thrive. A future where learning happens everywhere – in schools, in communities, online, and in every interaction.

We envision a world where education empowers individuals to become active citizens, to solve the challenges facing our planet, and to build a more just and equitable future for all.

That’s why we work with educators, leaders, and communities around the globe to build strong, interconnected learning ecosystems. We believe that by fostering collaboration, embracing diversity, and understanding the interconnectedness of education with society, we can create a world where learning truly empowers.

Since our founding in 2015, NetEdu has partnered with prestigious organizations such as UNESCO, Jacobs Foundation, and the Government of Spain to implement projects in various regions. Our work has led to:

Increased access to quality education, particularly for marginalized populations.

Stronger partnerships between schools, communities, and governments.

The development of innovative school-community approaches that address local needs.

Join our team

If you are passionate about education, social justice, and environmental sustainability, we invite you to join our community. Together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Team

Jordi Díaz Gibson

Blanquerna, Ramon Llull University

I am a professor and researcher at FPCEE Blanquerna, Research responsible for Learning Ecosystems in the PSITIC research team. As co-lead of the www.neteduproject.org and SchoolWeavers, I work to connect and weave diverse perspectives, efforts, resources, and systems to reimagine, prototype, and develop new ecosystems of learning and well-being at both local and global levels.

Robyn Whittaker

Africa Voices Dialogue / Kaleidoscope Lights

I focus on fostering deep collaboration and supporting social and learning ecosystems to enable transformative shifts in society’s well-being. Through my consultancy, Kaleidoscope Lights, I advocate for education and human development, with a special emphasis on cross-sector collaboration. I also co-founded Africa Voices Dialogue to amplify the voices of educators and communities across Africa. As the South African Country Lead for the NetEdu Project, I work with global partners who share a passion for collaboration and ecosystem development to unlock our full human potential.

Alan J. Daly

University of California, San Diego

I am a Professor and Director of the Joint Educational Leadership doctoral program at the University of California, San Diego. My 16 years of experience in public schools, in both instructional and leadership roles, inform my research and teaching. My work focuses on leadership, social networks, and knowledge mobilization, using social network analysis as a key methodology. I have published several books, including Social Network Theory and Educational Change with Harvard Press. Additionally, I have served as a Fulbright Scholar in various locations worldwide.

Gitte Miller Balslev

University of Southern Denmark

I am an Associate Professor in Educational Innovation at SDU, University of Southern Denmark. My research focuses on STEM-related educational innovation, collaborative networks, and educational ecosystems. With a strong background in public education reform and leadership, I bring extensive experience in collaborative projects that drive educational change at both local and national levels.

Martin Scanlan

Boston College

I am a professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Higher Education at Boston College’s Lynch School of Education. Before academia, I spent over a decade as a teacher and administrator, primarily working in urban schools serving marginalized students. My research focuses on how schools can better welcome and support all students by examining the organizational practices of adults in schools. I focus on diversity, including how Catholic and public schools can better serve students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, as well as those with special needs.

Diego Fernando Pinzón

Colegio Montemorel

I am an educator, pianist, and musician from Universidad de los Andes (Colombia) with a Master’s in Executive Coaching and Leadership from OBS Business School. With 15 years of experience as a facilitator of the Person-Centered Approach (PCA) by Carl Rogers and 18 years in education, I have also spent 5 years implementing qualification and human development programs at an organizational level. Currently, I serve as Director of Human Development and Innovation Manager at Colegio Montemorel, a humanistic-focused institution in Colombia, and as a personal and organizational coach through my personal brand, Momo.

Akwasi Addae-Boahene

Transforming Teaching, Education and Learning (T-TEL)

I am a seasoned professional with 30 years of experience in education policy reform in Ghana. I have held key roles in implementing successful programs alongside international organizations and local stakeholders. Currently, as the Chief Technical Advisor of Transforming Teaching, Education, and Learning (T-TEL), I am leading the development of a new secondary education curriculum in Ghana.

Mireia Civís Zaragoza

Blanquerna School of Psychology, Education and Sport Sciences (Ramon Llull University)

I am a teacher, pedagogue and PhD, tenured professor at the Blanquerna School of Psychology, Education and Sport Sciences (Ramon Llull University). Principal Investigator in the PSITIC Research Group (Pedagogy, Society and Innovation with the support of ICT). With experience in both the field of social pedagogy and school pedagogy, my main research areas are the development of educational ecosystems, educational networks and community educational projects, as well as educational co-responsibility and social capital in education. I’ve written several papers and books related to these topics, and given diverse lectures as well as carried out research projects and participated in various consultations.

Mireia Lerena Miró

Research Fellowship

I am a research fellow and collaborator on projects focused on learning ecosystems, where I contribute to the development of innovative educational practices. With a background as a primary school teacher specializing in English, I combine hands-on classroom experience with academic research to bridge theory and practice.

John Baumber

Professor at the University of Sunderland

I am Visiting Professor at the University of Sunderland. I have been the founder and Director of Global Spirit Ed CIC until July 2024. I am a writer, international speaker and educationalist, and describe myself as a school improvement partner and activist. As a consultant I continue to support Global Spirit Ed as their Global Ambassador, Chair of Trustees at Unity Education Trust, and Adviser to Centre for Advanced Learning at Manav Rachna University in Delhi.

I have been a school principal for over 20 years in UK. Sweden and New York and have sought to create models of personalised learning in schools and action research approaches to teacher and leadership development. At present I support schools in South Africa, Saudi Arabia and in other international settings.

Rene Woodman

I am an educator with project management experience in numerous fields and have been part of various implementation projects. I am passionate about impacting learning ecosystems within the South African context by evaluating and facilitating the growth of positive organisational culture. It is only as we address organisational culture within our learning ecosystems that we can impact their efficiency and effectiveness. As part of my M.ed. I was part of beta testing the School Weaver Tool within a South African school.

Peter Fagerström

Founder and Executive Chairman of Educraftor

I am the Founder and Executive Chairman of Educraftor, Founder and CEO of Teach Millions, and a Board Member of the Nordic Edtech Forum N8. I build and orchestrate purpose-driven innovation and learning ecosystems worldwide, focusing on large-scale strategic and systematic change.

Yi-Hwa Liou

Professor of Educational Management at the National Taipei University of Education

I am a Professor of Educational Management at the National Taipei University of Education. My research focuses on leadership, organizational change, educational reform, and networked learning communities, with expertise in social network analysis and mixed methods. I have led and contributed to international research projects on organizational networks and systemic change. As a research fellow at the Asia Pacific Centre for Leadership and Change, I also serve on editorial and advisory boards for various international education organizations. My work aims to bridge research and practice, leveraging network science for strategic organizational development.

Enikö Zala-Mezö

Head of the Centre for School Improvement at the Zurich University of Teacher Education in Switzerland

I am the Head of the Centre for School Improvement at the Zurich University of Teacher Education in Switzerland. My research focuses on data-based school improvement, student participation, and research-practice partnerships to enhance collaboration between educators and researchers.