13.05.2026

International Education and Brazilian Roots: An Ongoing Dialogue

In an article published on May 9, Maria Eduarda Sawaya, founding director of Beacon School and president of Abepar, reflects on the challenges and importance of an international education connected to Brazilian culture and reality. According to her, educating global citizens goes beyond adopting international curricula: it is essential for students to develop a strong sense of belonging, understand their own history, and be prepared to act ethically and transformatively in society.

Throughout the article, Maria Eduarda highlights how the International Baccalaureate (IB) can broaden perspectives when integrated with the national curriculum, valuing Brazilian language, literature, culture, and the country’s diverse social contexts. She also emphasizes the importance of hands-on experiences, such as field studies and immersion projects, which bring students closer to the reality of Brazil and strengthen the connections between the local and the global.

Read more at: Educação internacional exige identidade local forte