Gentle Teaching International Conference
The 2024 Gentle Teaching International (GTI) conference is a highly anticipated global event that brings together professionals and advocates dedicated to fostering positive and proactive support across various sectors, including health, mental health, disability, and education. Celebrating its 23rd anniversary, this three-day conference from October 1-3, 2024, is expected to gather over 500 participants. The conference serves as a valuable platform for sharing cutting-edge research, best practices, illuminating case studies, and essential insights into creating and sustaining a culture of support for vulnerable populations. At its core, Gentle Teaching promotes compassion as an alternative to conventional reactive and restrictive methods. It prioritizes nurturing, teaching, and nurturing the sense of connectedness, companionship, and community, particularly for those who have endured lives marked by disconnection, isolation, and loneliness. This approach champions the belief that all individuals have the right to feel safe and valued in their environments, emphasizing predictability, structure, and overwhelmingly positive and uplifting interactions. The GTI conference serves as a beacon for those striving to create lasting change and meaningful connections in the lives of vulnerable individuals, setting the stage for transformative practices and a culture of care.
