Catalyst Now

Change Hub – Emotional Resilience in Times of Crisis

catalyst — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:58:06 +0000

Staying grounded when life feels like a wildfire

Just as communities must respond to environmental crises, individuals must learn to navigate emotional “fires” — moments of shock, stress, loss, or prolonged uncertainty.

This session explores how to build emotional resilience under pressure, helping participants stay grounded, recover faster from emotional overwhelm, and transform adversity into growth.

Key Takeaways

– 3 stages to calm emotional flare-ups
– 5 common mistakes that intensify emotional stress
– 5 levels of emotional depth that shape reactions
– 7 resilience competencies to strengthen emotional endurance
– 10 quick grounding exercises to regain balance in daily life

A space to learn how to cool emotional fires, restore inner stability, and keep moving forward with strength and clarity.

Not School — Learning without School

catalyst — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:00:26 +0000

Learning is a natural phenomenon that everyone engages in throughout their lives. It often stems from personal curiosity, relationships, and random events like visiting a museum. In reality, most human learning occurs outside of school; only a small portion of a person’s lifetime is spent in formal education. ‘Not School’ includes play, observing others, trying new things, participating in sports, watching television, absorbing information from YouTube and social media, constructing physical objects, drawing, making music, Scouting, religion, and much more. Using a systems-change perspective, we will see how standardised curricula and rigid structures hinder innovation. We will explore ways to change policies, incentives, and mindsets. Our aim is to transform entire systems, not just make superficial updates classrooms.

Introducing TechSoup: Powering Global Civil Society with Technology

catalyst — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:00:18 +0000

Join us at 3 pm CET on March 26th for a webinar introduction to TechSoup—your gateway to technology, knowledge, and community support for civil society organizations worldwide. In this webinar, learn about TechSoup’s core mission: helping nonprofits and social impact organizations access donated and discounted technology, build digital skills, and strengthen their operations through practical resources and trusted partnerships. You’ll hear examples of how organizations across regions are using TechSoup to build capacity, serve their communities more effectively, and stay resilient in a rapidly changing digital landscape—plus simple next steps to get started.

This webinar will be presented by Stephen Jackson, Chief of Staff, Strategy and Communications @ TechSoup.

Catalyst Youth – Global: Regional Perspectives on Youth Engagement in Policy

catalyst — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:01:01 +0000

Building on the energy of our previous CCW session, our third session will continue using an interactive and dynamic format designed to deepen engagement and dialogue. Participants will once again join breakout rooms organized by specific topics and population groups, creating focused and participatory spaces for meaningful exchange.

In these smaller groups, we will further explore key issues, challenges, and opportunities in greater depth. This ongoing format ensures that diverse youth perspectives are actively heard, valued, and reflected in the collective outcomes of our discussions, while strengthening collaboration and shared understanding across groups.

Catalyst Youth – Global: From Participation to Ownership

catalyst — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:00:28 +0000

In the global digital landscape, youth are the most active “participants”, powering platforms with data, creativity, and time. But participation is not the same as power. Join us for a high-energy, interactive session as we move beyond being “users” to becoming “owners.”

We will dismantle the old models of “engagement” and explore the blueprint for a redesigned digital future built on Identity Sovereignty, Digital Equity, and Governance. This isn’t just a presentation; it’s a design lab. Come prepared to stop being a guest in the digital world and start being its architect.

Catalysts for Climate – Gathering

catalyst — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:44:56 +0000

Locally relevant, community-owned climate solutions already exist. The urgency now is scale.

The Catalysts for Climate collaboration focuses on reducing vulnerability, cutting emissions and waste, and regenerating ecosystems and communities — with a strong emphasis on adaptation and resilience, where 98% of climate finance is still missing.

Together, we aim to:
– Climate-proof the current work of members
– Build a global marketplace of scalable climate solutions
– Address barriers to scale — leadership, science, policy, investment, and evidence

Our thematic focus includes: Agriculture, Health, Housing, Migration, and Materials (including plastics).

Join us to co-create the next phase of climate action — scaling solutions that already work, across contexts and communities.

Digital Resilience for Feminist Organising & Civic Engagement – Uganda

catalyst — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:03:45 +0000

Digital Resilience for Feminist Organising, Civic Engagement, and Community Safety – Kampala, Uganda
Digital platforms are now central to feminist organising, advocacy, and civic engagement in Kampala. From mobilising communities to documenting injustices and influencing policy, online spaces have become essential tools for social change.
However, this visibility comes with growing risks:
– Online surveillance
– Hacking and impersonation
– Coordinated harassment and disinformation
– Data breaches and doxxing
For many women and marginalised groups, digital spaces are no longer neutral-they are contested arenas where power, control, and resistance play out, often with real offline consequences.
Join our Conversation Café on Digital Resilience, designed to:
– Explore how digital risks affect feminist organising and civic participation
– Strengthen individual and organisational digital resilience
– Share practical cybersecurity strategies for safer advocacy
– Build collective awareness on navigating online threats while sustaining movements
This Café brings together:
Feminist analysis
Digital security expertise
Civic and policy perspectives
Our goal is not to retreat from digital spaces-but to engage them more safely, strategically, and sustainably.

Learning in 21st Century School — The What, the Why, the How

catalyst — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:00:09 +0000

The current model of public schooling is nearly a century old. In most countries, the model is based upon systems developed in the U.S. and the U.K., and rely upon standard subjects (Mathematics, Social Studies, etc.). They grow from a common misunderstanding about learning and life: everyone must learn and know the same things. Today, individuals and the marketplace value diversity over uniformity. Although we may learn some of the same things — particularly about behavior, communicating and taking care of ourselves and one another — the emphasis has shifted toward learning based upon personal interests and the future plans of each individual student. School was not designed for this degree of customization, or the importance of curiosity, agency, inquiry and real-world problem solving. Personal learning is now the rule, not the exception, and school is far behind the students in this regard.

General Assembly- July

catalyst — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:25:56 +0000

The General Assembly (GA) is the movement’s main forum for sharing ideas and information, celebrating successes, and shaping its direction. It advises the Governing Council on strategy, council appointments, annual plans, and other matters. The GA emphasises consensus-based decision-making, ensuring inclusive participation.

The GA convenes virtually on the last Wednesday of the month, co-chaired by two leaders from the Governance Councils. All Catalyst Now members are welcome to join and to offer feedback on the movement’s direction and share updates on collaborations, advocacy efforts, and events.

General Assembly- November

catalyst — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:25:50 +0000