Jeewan Chanicka
strategic space for transformation

the world is changing,
and not quietly.

the future is not asking for more of the same.
it's calling us into something greater.

transformational guide & mentor
systemic change expert
educator & strategist
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who is jeewan?

educator. storyteller. strategist. guide.

for over twenty years, jeewan chanicka has walked alongside leaders, teams, communities and organizations ready to do the transformational work that creates real change.

as an educator, strategist, and guide, jeewan weaves together personal transformation with systemic innovation, helping individuals rediscover who they truly are while building cultures where everyone belongs.

whether working one-on-one with emerging leaders, facilitating gatherings that shift how teams collaborate, or partnering with organizations to reimagine entire systems, jeewan creates strategic spaces where reflection becomes action and vision becomes lived practice.

the world is calling us to lead differently.
this work must be grounded in our histories, stories, grounded in evidence and leads to tangible results.

Jeewan speaking
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Jeewan at GIMI Innovation Awards 2024
GIMI Innovation Awards
3rd Place Winner
Best Innovator - Public Sector
Jeewan speaking to audience

crossing the threshold

three pathways to transformation-choose where you are, begin where you're called.

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pathway one: self

rediscovering who you truly are

for individuals seeking clarity, alignment, and a more authentic way to lead forward.

1:1 leadership coaching & transformational mirror work
the sacred return: book & companion experiences (coming soon)

1:1 leadership coaching & transformational mirror work

when you have carried responsibility for so long, it is easy to lose sight of your own centre. this coaching offers a space to reconnect with what is real, to face challenges with integrity, and to translate inner alignment into outer impact.

essence: individual coaching sessions or 3, 6, or 12 month containers of ongoing coaching and mentorship. includes regular 1:1 sessions, personalized practices and light integration support between sessions where aligned. sessions are virtual, with the option for in person intensives when possible.

supports: this is for individuals, leaders, founders, and change-makers who are in transition or holding a lot for others, and want a confidential space to be seen clearly without performance. together, we name what is true now, explore new ways of being and leading, and integrate simple practices that support real, sustainable change in your life and work.

the sacred return: book & companion experiences (coming soon)

the stories of your life are the curriculum that move you toward your best and truest self. through guided reflections, meditations, and seasonal learning labs, you begin integrating insight into daily life so that wisdom becomes lived truth.

essence: a reflective book with companion prompts, meditations, and seasonal community experiences. offered as self paced journeys with optional live circles and opportunities for practice to help you weave insight into your daily rhythms.

supports: individuals, leaders, and those who feel the pull to come home to themselves, honour their story, and gently realign how they live, lead, and love with what feels most true inside.

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pathway two: collective

leading together

for teams, communities, and networks ready to evolve how they connect and create.

the gathering: leadership circles & threshold work
speaking & storytelling for impact

the gathering: leadership circles & threshold work

when teams and communities long to work in more human ways but struggle to shift old patterns, this circle becomes a living community of practice. together, we explore new ways of meeting, deciding, and caring for one another while still meeting goals and experiencing meaningful, measurable success.

essence: a facilitated small group circle, usually over 8 to 12 weeks, blending reflective conversation, clear structure, and shared opportunities for practice between sessions. can be offered as an open cohort or designed specifically for a single leadership team, department, or cross functional group.

supports: senior leaders and teams in corporations, businesses, schools and school districts, not for profits, and community organisations who are responsible for others, feel the cost of "business as usual," and are ready to shift how they work together so that performance, people, and purpose are all held with integrity.

I³: insight, innovation, impact

there are moments when a team knows it cannot keep doing things the way it always has or it has the opportunity to innovate, imagine and do something new altogether. I³ is a focused space to name the inflection point you are in, decide what truly matters now, and align your energy and resources toward the impact you want to have. together, we move from scattered effort to clear, shared direction.

essence: a short, intensive series for leadership teams and cross organisational groups. typically 3 to 6 facilitated sessions, or a combination of concentrated working sessions and follow up conversations. can support strategic planning, visioning and realignment, innovation initiatives, or strengthening community and stakeholder engagement. includes pre work to surface context and tensions, in session tools to clarify priorities and pathways, and opportunities for practice between sessions so decisions turn into action. can be delivered virtually or on site.

supports: executive teams, senior leaders, boards, and project leads in corporations, businesses, schools and school districts, not for profits, and community organisations who are navigating a key decision, shift, or change in direction and want to align people, resources, and strategy around a clear, shared way forward.

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pathway three: systemic

transforming the world as we build it

for organizations and institutions aligning vision, values, and action at scale.

transforming systems of leadership
schools of the future: design & transformation

transforming systems of leadership

this process helps leaders integrate vision with values and recognise how beliefs and assumptions show up in systems, structures, and daily practice. together, we reimagine leadership ecosystems and design structures that support learning, integrity, and collective growth, so that culture, practice, and outcomes across the organisation are all working toward the same purpose.

essence: a values centred partnership with senior leadership to align culture, structure, and strategy across the organisation. usually designed as a multi month engagement that can include executive coaching, strategic advisory, leadership retreats, facilitated sessions with key teams, and support to translate commitments into concrete practices, policies, and ways of working. can be delivered virtually, on site, or as a blended model.

supports: senior leaders and executive teams in corporations, businesses, schools and school districts, not for profits, and public or community organisations who want their systems of leadership to reflect their deepest values, strengthen trust and accountability, and create the conditions for people and communities to thrive while meeting clear outcomes.

schools of the future: design & transformation pathways

schools and school districts can be spaces for ALL students to experience success. this pathway partners with schools, organisations, and groups to create schools and systems that are spaces of belonging, creativity, and purpose through inclusive design, innovation, and authentic community engagement. the goal is to improve student belonging, well being, achievement, and success, and to create the schools of the future we want for our children and theirs.

essence: multi-month or yearlong partnerships that bring together visioning, design, and implementation support. can also be offered as one or two day retreats or strategic planning sessions focused on future ready schooling, inclusive design, and community anchored visioning. longer engagements can include leadership development, staff capacity building, innovation teams, curriculum and instructional redesign, student and family voice processes, and pilots that allow new approaches to be tested, refined, and scaled. each engagement is co designed to honour local context and community.

supports: school and district leaders, education networks, ministries, local government, and youth focused organisations who are ready to move beyond surface level change, align their systems with leading research and pedagogy alongside their deepest commitments to belonging, and create learning environments where students, staff, families, and communities can thrive.

the invitation

each pathway is a living invitation.
begin where you are.

move through reflection, relationship, and compassionate, courageous innovation
until the work itself becomes a mirror for who you/your organization are becoming.

Jeewan speaking to audience

for gatherings that need heart, strategy, and fire

jeewan delivers keynotes and workshops that challenge, inspire, and provide practical frameworks for change.

whether addressing educators reimagining schools, leaders navigating complexity, or communities building belonging, these experiences awaken insight and inspire action that continues long after the event ends.

keynote presentations (more)

whether in a keynote, fireside chat, or facilitated conversation, my speaking is rooted in lived experience and anchored in practice


events gain a mix of heart, strategy, and clear next steps

interactive workshops (more)

strategic facilitation


participants leave with one simple practice to start that week

leadership gatherings (more)

navigating leadership and the inner lives of leaders


leading with integrity, courage, and humanity in times of uncertainty and change


leaders gain language and approaches/frameworks to take back to their teams

core themes (more)

well-being, belonging, and systems of care moving beyond statements to build cultures and systems where people can truly thrive


the future of learning and schools of the future reimagining education as a space of belonging, creativity, and purpose for all students


the sacred return remembering who we are and how we walk each other toward a new world

what organisers can expect
collaboration to shape a session that meets the needs and context of your community
a balance of story, reflection, and clear, practical takeaways
content and framing that can support ongoing work, not just a one time event
★★★★★

"jeewan's presence transforms a room. the work is deep, practical, and genuinely transformative."

- educational leader

book jeewan for your event

ready to take the first step?

you can:

explore a 1:1 leadership coaching journey
bring your team into a circle or I³ intensive
begin a conversation about systemic or school transformation

reach out to explore which pathway resonates with you, or to begin a conversation about transformation.

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