Gross Global Happiness Summit 2023

Online Event - February 10th - 11th 2023

Onsite Event - March 10th - 12th 2023

Online & Onsite at the University for Peace campus in Costa Rica

Gross Global Happiness Summit 2023

Online Event - February 10th - 11th 2023

Onsite Event - March 10th - 12th 2023

Online & Onsite at the University for Peace campus in Costa Rica

Inspiring

Speakers

Lifechanging

Content

Global

Networking

Dedicated

Hosts

Whether you join us online or onsite (or both!) you can expect a powerful, high-impact experience!

Whether you join us online or onsite (or both!) you can expect a powerful, high-impact experience!

Globally, happiness is one of our most important goals. Studies show that we value it more than success, knowledge, or material items. And yet, in a world that has continued to progress and become objectively better by most conceivable standards, why do many find this such a difficult goal to reach? As important as happiness is, how much do we know about it and the impacts it has on individual and global progress?

The Gross Global Happiness Summit is an innovative executive education event in which people from all over the globe come to tackle these very questions.  This year we are once again thrilled to host many incredible keynote speakers, such as happiness guru Tal Ben-Shahar, sustainability champion Mónica Araya, Life Design Lab coach Dave Evans, and emotional intelligence experts Robin Stern and Marc Brackett. We’ll learn, unlearn, and share experiences on the topic of happiness, bringing together a multitude of perspectives and expertise.

This experience will combine theory and practice, touching on the latest research from positive psychologists, but also delving into the practical applications of what we’ve learned and are still discovering in the field. Happiness will be brought front and center, as we explore and understand how people can lead happier, more meaningful lives.

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Gross Global Happiness, UPEACE Campus in Costa Rica

Globally, happiness is one of our most important goals. Studies show that we value it more than success, knowledge, or material items. And yet, in a world that has continued to progress and become objectively better by most conceivable standards, why do many find this such a difficult goal to reach? As important as happiness is, how much do we know about it and the impacts it has on individual and global progress?

The Gross Global Happiness Summit is an innovative executive education event in which people from all over the globe come to tackle these very questions.  This year we are once again thrilled to host many incredible keynote speakers, such as happiness guru Tal Ben-Shahar, sustainability champion Mónica Araya, Life Design Lab coach Dave Evans, and emotional intelligence experts Robin Stern and Marc Brackett. We’ll learn, unlearn, and share experiences on the topic of happiness, bringing together a multitude of perspectives and expertise.

This experience will combine theory and practice, touching on the latest research from positive psychologists, but also delving into the practical applications of what we’ve learned and are still discovering in the field. Happiness will be brought front and center, as we explore and understand how people can lead happier, more meaningful lives.

Take a look at the 2023 agendas!

Take a look at the onsite and online agendas!

Take a look at the 2023 agendas!

Take a look at the 2023 agendas!

Take a look at the Gross Global Happiness experience!

Take a look at the Gross Global Happiness experience!

There are 2 ways to partake in this one-of-a-kind summit. You can join us in Costa Rica on the beautiful UPEACE campus. you can partake online OR there’s of course the option to do both!

No matter how you decide to partake, the event is designed to be a practical and hands-on, allowing space for sharing and peer-to-peer learning. Participants will take part in interactive workshops, small group reflections and introspective activities. There will also be plenty of spaces to encourage networking and relationship-building between participants as well!

Online format, 2 days, February 10-11, 2023

If you can’t make it to Costa Rica, there’s an online option for you! You’ll experience interactive online sessions alongside peers who are equally as passionate about the topic, and you’ll do it all from the comfort of your home.

Onsite format, 3 days, March 10-12, 2023

Join us at the beautiful UPEACE campus in Costa Rica for an unforgettable in-person experience. Enjoy engaging sessions, connect with others during coffee breaks, lunch and closing happy hours, all amid the beautiful green backdrop that is the UPEACE campus.

By the end of this course, you will have:

    • Gained a practical understanding of cutting-edge frameworks that you can readily implement to lead compassionately and mindfully;
    • Acquired strategies to unlock your full potential and that of those around you for lasting impact;
    • Practiced valuable techniques to bring more happiness and well-being to your work and personal life;
    • Developed deep relationships with a network of an amazing, global array of peers from the course.

Gross Global Happiness is purposefully designed to be applicable to those over a wide range of  ages and career levels, and across a variety of fields. Participants often share some of the following characteristics:

    • A desire to change, grow, or re-establish passion for their career
    • A deep drive to push personal boundaries and give back to the community/world
    • A personal fascination with understanding what makes people thrive and flourish, professionally and personally.
    • The need to connect with like-minded individuals and broaden their already global mindset
    • Professionals in fast-growing career fields who want to stay ahead of the curve

This event will take place both onsite at the UPEACE campus and online. Pricing differs depending on the format you choose:

  • Ticket rate for online event, February 10th & 11th: $245
  • Ticket rate for onsite event @ UPEACE in Costa Rica, March 10th – 12th: $1,250

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Enroll with 1-2 people and each will receive a 10% discount. Contact us for groups of 4 or more.

Cancelation Policy:
In the case of a cancelation, the full amount can be applied toward any future professional development offering from the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education.

Refund Policy:
For all refunds, the Centre will retain a $100 processing fee to cover banking and credit card fees and administration.

– Refunds requested up to 60 days prior to the start of the event – a full refund will be offered minus the $100 processing fee.
– Refunds requested between 30 and 59 days prior to the start of the event – a 50% refund will be offered on all payments of $200 or more. For payments under $200, a credit will be granted that can be applied toward any future professional development offering from the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education.
– Refunds requested between 7 and 29 days prior to the start of the event – a 25% refund will be offered on all payments of $200 or more. For payments under $200, a credit will be granted that can be applied toward any future professional development offering from the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education.
– Refunds requested within 7 days of the start of the event – Refunds are not available at this point. A credit will be granted that can be applied toward any future professional development offering from the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education.

July 15, 2022                   Presenter applications open

Sept 1, 2022                     Deadline to submit presenter applications

Sept 30, 2022                   Presenters for Gross Global Happiness notified

Nov 1 – 15, 2022                    Deadline for presenters to confirm participation

Feb 10 & 11, 2023                Gross Global Happiness Summit online event

Mar 10 – 12, 2023                Gross Global Happiness Summit onsite at UPEACE in Costa Rica

Have a question? Contact us at centre@upeace.org with inquiries or to set up a phone call, or visit our Frequently Asked Questions section.

There are 2 ways to partake in this one-of-a-kind summit. You can join us in Costa Rica on the beautiful UPEACE campus. you can partake online OR there’s of course the option to do both!

No matter how you decide to partake, the event is designed to be a practical and hands-on, allowing space for sharing and peer-to-peer learning. Participants will take part in interactive workshops, small group reflections and introspective activities. There will also be plenty of spaces to encourage networking and relationship-building between participants as well!

Online format, 2 days, February 10-11, 2023

If you can’t make it to Costa Rica, there’s an online option for you! You’ll experience interactive online sessions alongside peers who are equally as passionate about the topic, and you’ll do it all from the comfort of your home.

Onsite format, 3 days, March 10-12, 2023

Join us at the beautiful UPEACE campus in Costa Rica for an unforgettable in-person experience. Enjoy engaging sessions, connect with others during coffee breaks, lunch and closing happy hours, all amid the beautiful green backdrop that is the UPEACE campus.

By the end of this course, you will have:

    • Gained a practical understanding of cutting-edge frameworks that you can readily implement to lead compassionately and mindfully;
    • Acquired strategies to unlock your full potential and that of those around you for lasting impact;
    • Practiced valuable techniques to bring more happiness and well-being to your work and personal life;
    • Developed deep relationships with a network of an amazing, global array of peers from the course.

Gross Global Happiness is purposefully designed to be applicable to those over a wide range of  ages and career levels, and across a variety of fields. Participants often share some of the following characteristics:

    • A desire to change, grow, or re-establish passion for their career
    • A deep drive to push personal boundaries and give back to the community/world
    • A personal fascination with understanding what makes people thrive and flourish, professionally and personally.
    • The need to connect with like-minded individuals and broaden their already global mindset
    • Professionals in fast-growing career fields who want to stay ahead of the curve

This event will take place both onsite at the UPEACE campus and online. Pricing differs depending on the format you choose:

  • Ticket rate for online event, February 10th & 11th: $245
  • Ticket rate for onsite event @ UPEACE in Costa Rica, March 10th – 12th: $1,250

_______________________________________________________________

Enroll with 1-2 people and each will receive a 10% discount. Contact us for groups of 4 or more.

Cancelation Policy:
In the case of a cancelation, the full amount can be applied toward any future professional development offering from the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education.

Refund Policy:
For all refunds, the Centre will retain a $100 processing fee to cover banking and credit card fees and administration.

– Refunds requested up to 60 days prior to the start of the event – a full refund will be offered minus the $100 processing fee.
– Refunds requested between 30 and 59 days prior to the start of the event – a 50% refund will be offered on all payments of $200 or more. For payments under $200, a credit will be granted that can be applied toward any future professional development offering from the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education.
– Refunds requested between 7 and 29 days prior to the start of the event – a 25% refund will be offered on all payments of $200 or more. For payments under $200, a credit will be granted that can be applied toward any future professional development offering from the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education.
– Refunds requested within 7 days of the start of the event – Refunds are not available at this point. A credit will be granted that can be applied toward any future professional development offering from the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education.

July 15, 2022                   Presenter applications open

Sept 1, 2022                     Deadline to submit presenter applications

Sept 30, 2022                   Presenters for Gross Global Happiness notified

Nov 1 – 15, 2022                    Deadline for presenters to confirm participation

Feb 10 & 11, 2023                Gross Global Happiness Summit online event

Mar 10 – 12, 2023                Gross Global Happiness Summit onsite at UPEACE in Costa Rica

Have a question? Contact us at centre@upeace.org with inquiries or to set up a phone call, or visit our Frequently Asked Questions section.

Internationally Recognized Speakers

Happiness Guru

Online Keynote Speaker

Tal Ben Shahar

Tal Ben-Shahar is an author and lecturer. He taught two of the largest classes in Harvard University’s history, “Positive Psychology” and “The Psychology of Leadership.” His books in the area of Positive Psychology have been translated into more than thirty languages, and have appeared on best-seller lists around the world. Tal obtained his PhD in Organizational Behavior and BA in Philosophy and Psychology from Harvard. He is also the founder of the Happiness Studies Academy.

Sustainability Champion

Online Keynote Speaker

Mónica Araya

Mónica Araya has worked on sustainability for 25 years. She works with leaders in governments, cities, business, advocacy and philanthropy to accelerate climate solutions. Born in Costa Rica, she has worked on various sectors in several countries with a focus on Latin America, US and Europe. She has given talks about climate action in all continents, including Antarctica. Her three TED talks have over 5 million views. She studied Economics in Costa Rica at the National University and has a Ph.D. on Environmental Management from Yale University.

Life Design Lab Creator

Onsite Keynote Speaker

Dave Evans

Dave Evans co-founded the Life Design Lab with Bill Burnett in 2007 which led to the publishing of their books ‘Designing Your Life’ in 2016, a #1 New York Times bestseller, and ‘Designing Your Work Life’ in 2020. The books have reached hundreds of thousands and the Lab has trained countless universities in innovative techniques to help students navigate their futures after college. Dave has nearly 16 years of experience in this field, and lectures at Stanford in the Stanford Design Program.

Emotional Intelligence Expert

Onsite Keynote Speaker

Robin Stern

Robin Stern is the co-founder and associate director for the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. She is a licensed psychoanalyst with 30 years of experience treating individuals, couples, and families. Robin is the co-developer of RULER, an evidence-based approach to social and emotional learning that has been adopted by over 3,000 pre-school to high schools across the United States and in other countries. Robin regularly consults with schools globally and large companies, including Facebook and Google, on best practices for integrating the principles of emotional intelligence into training and product design.

Emotional Intelligence Expert

Onsite Keynote Speaker

Marc Brackett

Marc Brackett is the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and a professor in the Child Study Center at Yale University. His research focuses on the role of emotional intelligence in learning, decision making, creativity, relationships, health, and performance. He has published over 150 scholarly articles, received numerous awards, and is featured regularly in popular media outlets such as the New York Times and Good Morning America. Marc is the lead developer of RULER, a systemic, evidence-based approach to SEL that has been adopted by over 4,500 schools across the world. He’s also the author of the bestselling book, Permission To Feel.

What do people think about Gross Global Happiness?

What do people think about Gross Global Happiness?

Past participants say:

Past participants say:

The Gross Global Happiness Summit is one of the few platforms out there that offers an opportunity for coaches, trainers and experts in the happiness field to come together and co-create high quality and innovative programs that tackle the challenges of the 21st century, especially around anxiety and stress management, and all done in an intimate and natural setting of one of the most beautiful university campuses on Earth”

Carine Bouery/ Cynchro, Founder and Managing Director/ United Arab Emirates

“This is an experience that makes you evaluate the important things in your life and makes you want to be a changemaker to contribute to global human happiness.”

-Liliana Núñez/ General Manager Qué y Cómo, A.C./Mexico

“Mixing years of knowledge, studies, analysis and investigations on Happiness, shared by multiple presenters and participants from different parts of the world, brings the richness of diversity and multiculturality that you can only experience in a non replicable event like the Gross Global Hapiness.”

– Víctor Rojas/ VMware Program Specialist, Employee Referral Program/ Costa Rica

“For me, GGH has been a high return investment for both my business, teaching and research. Having attended both 2019 and 2020, I can see the accelerating value coming from engaging in Costa Rica as well as the year long connections with participants. I find that my depth and breadth of understanding to be highly significant in strengthening my professional work and professional life. Highly recommended.”

– Art Sherwood/ Western Washington University, Professor, Director-Academic Programs in Entrepreneurship and Innovation/ United States

MEET YOUR HOSTS!

MEET YOUR HOSTS!

The University for Peace and the Centre for Executive Education

The University for Peace and the Centre for Executive Education

Located in Costa Rica, the University for Peace (UPEACE) was established in December 1980 as a Treaty Organization by the United Nations General Assembly. UPEACE is the only university in the United Nations system authorized to offer academic degrees in the field of peace and conflict studies

Within the University for Peace, the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education was launched to deliver dynamic workshops, seminars and training courses. In a world that needs more changemakers, these courses are designed to empower people and provide them with the skills, mindsets and networks to make a positive impact on the world.

Open enrollment courses offered by the UPEACE Centre: Click here

Global Leadership Diploma with the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education: Click here

Get to know the Centre team: Click here

Located in Costa Rica, the University for Peace (UPEACE) was established in December 1980 as a Treaty Organization by the United Nations General Assembly. UPEACE is the only university in the United Nations system authorized to offer academic degrees in the field of peace and conflict studies

Within the University for Peace, the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education was launched to deliver dynamic workshops, seminars and training courses. In a world that needs more changemakers, these courses are designed to empower people and provide them with the skills, mindsets and networks to make a positive impact on the world.

Open enrollment courses offered by the UPEACE Centre: Click here

Global Leadership Diploma with the UPEACE Centre for Executive Education: Click here

Get to know the Centre team: Click here

THE WORLD HAPPINESS ACADEMY

The World Happiness Academy is a learning center that will equip you and your community with profound experiences, wisdom and tools that will maximize your potential. They believe that experiential education opens the door to infinite possibilities. The World Happiness Academy, together with the World Happiness Fest and the World Happiness Awards are initiatives of the World Happiness Foundation created to realize a world with freedom, consciousness, and happiness, for all.

THE WORLD HAPPINESS ACADEMY

The World Happiness Academy is a learning center that will equip you and your community with profound experiences, wisdom and tools that will maximize your potential. They believe that experiential education opens the door to infinite possibilities. The World Happiness Academy, together with the World Happiness Fest and the World Happiness Awards are initiatives of the World Happiness Foundation created to realize a world with freedom, consciousness, and happiness, for all.

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Interested in presenting at the Gross Global Happiness Summit?

**The window to accept presenter proposals is now closed**

Whether you’re an NGO or corporate leader, university professor, coach, entrepreneur or international consultant, we invite people to share their own research, insights and approaches to happiness. The majority of the event’s content is participant-led, so we select a diverse and intriguing group from the candidate pool to offer peer-to-peer learning at the conference!

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