
What if the problem with schools isn’t what students learn—but why they’re learning it?
In this episode, Aish speaks with Raya Bidshahri, founder of School of Humanity and one of Forbes 30 Under 30 and BBC’s 100 Most Inspiring Women, about what it takes to truly reimagine education. From her own boredom in lecture halls to launching a global school across 30+ countries, Raya shares how frustration became fuel for innovation— and why we need to redefine success in both classrooms and boardrooms.
Together, Aish and Naya discuss what traditional education systems get wrong about success and self-worth, and why “fixing the system” can sometimes mean building an entirely new one. Also, discover why project-based, purpose-driven learning leads to human and planetary flourishing, and learn optimal ways to build learning cultures in both schools and businesses.
About Raya:
Named to the Class of 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 and one of the BBC’s 100 most inspiring women, Raya Bidshahri is the Founder & CEO of School of Humanity, a pioneering accredited global school reimagining education for the 21st century. An award-winning educator and futurist, she has led the school’s expansion into over 30 countries, reaching learners across five continents. Raya has spoken at over 60 conferences across 12 countries, including the G20/Y20 Summit, Expo 2020 and EduTech Singapore, championing a more human, purpose-driven future of learning.
Discover how your family can join the School of Humanity: https://sofhumanity.com/
The School of Humanity is currently fundraising. To donate, reach out to Raya on LinkedIn.
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