PROFESSIONAL GROWTH & MORE
The IDD is premised on the proposition that we can improve our larger impact by understanding where there are (and are not) intersections among four key areas of study and practice in the differences field: —intercultural communication, global learning, anti-discrimination/diversity & inclusion, and global competence— then borrowing from and expanding on them.
The IDD’s inaugural edition of the Developing Across Differences (DAD) Learning Lab and Community Week took place in The Netherlands in June 2022 to support Europe-based practitioners and scholars learn from and with one another within and across the four narratives to increase their effectiveness and impact with their clients and learners.
Since that time, we have continued this programming annually in Europe and bi-annually in the Middle East. We look forward to expanding activities in other regions in the near future.
EUROPE: NETHERLANDS
6-10 JULY 2026
Come for one day—or stay all week
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH — AND MORE
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH — AND MORE
The IDD is premised on the proposition that we can improve our larger impact by understanding where there are (and are not) intersections among four key areas of study and practice in the differences field —intercultural communication, global learning, anti-discrimination/diversity & inclusion, and global competence — then borrowing from and expanding on them.
All experienced practitioners and scholars (and those who aspire advance to the field) are invited to join us for our in-person Developing Across Differences Learning Lab & Community Weeks or DADs.
The IDD is premised on the proposition that we can improve our larger impact by understanding where there are (and are not) intersections among four key areas of study and practice in the differences field —intercultural communication, global learning, anti-discrimination/diversity & inclusion, and global competence — then borrowing from and expanding on them.
All experienced practitioners and scholars (and those who aspire advance to the field) are invited to join us for our in-person Developing Across Differences Learning Lab & Community Weeks or DADs.
Our 2026 European event is equal parts:
- LEARNING: Professional development and training,
- LAB & EXPERIMENTATION: Creation hub for trial & error in a supportive environment, and
- COMMUNITY: Network building and support.
Join us for 1, 2, 3-day courses — or all week — for professional development focused on both real world application and solid research, plus networking, community and discussion about topics relevant to you.
Our 2026 European event is equal parts:
- LEARNING: Professional development and training,
- LAB & EXPERIMENTATION: Creation hub for trial & error in a supportive environment, and
- COMMUNITY: Network building and support.
Join us for 1, 2, 3-day courses — or all week — for professional development focused on both real world application and solid research, plus networking, community and discussion about topics relevant to you.
COURSE OVERVIEW
We are pleased to offer nine (9) outstanding in-person workshops for those whose work helps individuals, organisations and communities develop across differences.
We are pleased to offer nine (9) outstanding in-person workshops for those whose work helps individuals, organisations and communities develop across differences.
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HOW IT WORKS
The European edition of the DAD takes place in beautiful Groningen, Netherlands, known as the City of Talent and renowned for its blend of modern and historic along with outstanding Dutch art, business, and education.
The event is hosted in partnership with the University of Groningen / Rijksuniversiteit Groningen from 6-11 July 2026. Over 400 years old, the University of Groningen is a top 50 Global University.
The 1, 2 and 3-day courses and evening programming take place on the University’s city campus. There are plenty of charming hotels and cafés within walking distance. We’re happy to share a list of our favorites with you, plus a list of discounted prices for University guests.
We look forward to seeing you in Groningen.
Modern yet idyllic, beautiful Groningen, NL is easily accessible by public transportation
OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
To inquire about becoming a Partner, contact info@iddifferences.org
COURSE & FACULTY LINEUP
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2026 European DAD (6-10 July) | Groningen, Netherlands
COURSE DETAILS
COURSE DETAILS
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Designed for you as an experienced (5+ years) practitioner/scholar already established in at least one of the four narratives. These Advanced Core courses will help you advance your practice/scholarship in this same Differences narrative and further specialize your existing expertise.
GLOBAL DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION BENCHMARKS METHOD: A Strategic yet Practical Approach to Maximize D&I Return on Investment – Nene Molefi – 2-day course: Tue-Wed, 7-8 July 2026 €1050 by 14 Feb \ €1125 regular LEARN MORE
APPLYING NEUROSCIENCE:
Using neuroscience to foster workplace inclusion, diversity, personal leadership – Dr. Mai Nguyen – 3-day course: Wed-Fri, 8-10 July 2026 €1550 by 14 Feb \ €1625 regular LEARN MORE
THE RELATIONAL ROOTS OF INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION: Rediscovering their relevance – Dr. Milton Bennett – 2-day course: 10-11 July 2026 €1050 by 14 Feb \ €1125 regular LEARN MORE
Whether you are long-experienced or newly entering the field, these courses help you better to apply practices and theories from each of the different narratives in practical ways that help address the challenges you encounter in your work of helping others develop across differences.
CONFLICT TRANSFORMATION: From Inner Struggle to Community Change – Dr. Maja Nenadović – 1-day course: Tue, 7 July 2026 €615 by 14 Feb \ €650 regular LEARN MORE
OVERCOMING DIVERSITY OPPOSITION: Strategies to address diversity apathy, skepticism and pushback – Annelie Wambeek and Dr. Nadine Binder – 2 day course: Wed-Thu, 9-10 July 2026 – €1050 by 14 Feb / €1125 regular LEARN MORE
Synthesis offerings are for you if you are already established (5+ years) as a practitioner or scholar in at least one of the narratives and now want to expand into additional Differences narratives. You will learn about two or more disciplines, how they can successfully intersect, and how to incorporate these intersections into your work moving forward.
EDUCATING GLOBAL-READY GRADUATES: Fostering Intercultural & Global Competence on campus – Dr. Darla Deardorff – 2-day course: Tue-Wed, 7-8 July 2026 €1050 by 14 Feb \ €1125 regular LEARN MORE
BRIDGING DIFFERENCES: Tools and methods that connect the Intercultural and DEI divide – Drs. Michaela Carrière – 3-day course: Wed-Fri, 8-10 July 2026 €1550 by 14 Feb \ €1625 regular LEARN MORE
Whether you are a colleague who is newer to the field or have decades of experience, if you want to strengthen your abilities as a multiplier in one of the four content areas, these All Career Levels offerings will help you develop further in your chosen specialisations.
BUILDING PSYCHOLOGICAL & SOCIAL SAFETY TODAY: Research-backed strategies to improve belonging and engagement in diverse teams – Dr. Nadine Binder – 1 day course: Tue, 7 July 2026 – €615 by 14 Feb / €650 regular LEARN MORE
THE DMIS AT FORTY: A practical review and update with the originatorom Inner Struggle to Community Change – Dr. Milton Bennett – 1-day course: Wed, 8 July 2026 €615 by 14 Feb \ €650 regular LEARN MORE
Questions about how to enroll?
HOW TO REGISTER
Review the course options, clicking on the name of each for complete details.
When you’re ready to enroll, simply select the “Enroll now” button on each individual course page.
Since the IDD’s Developing Across Differences European Learning Lab & Community Week is offered for certificate credit with our partner the University of Groningen, you will see instructions and be prompted to complete your registration on the University’s website.
Taking more than one course? You’ll need to register for each course individually on the University website.
Once we receive your registration, we will contact you before your enrollment is official.
HOW TO REGISTER
Review the course options, clicking on the name of each for complete details.
When you’re ready to enroll, simply select the “Enroll now” button on each individual course page.
Since the IDD’s Developing Across Differences European Learning Lab & Community Week is offered for certificate credit with our partner the University of Groningen, you will see instructions and be prompted to complete your registration on the University’s website.
Taking more than one course? You’ll need to register for each course individually on the University website.
Once we receive your registration, we will contact you before your enrollment is official.
COMMUNITY: (RE)NEW CONNECTIONS
Grow your network
The DAD is for multipliers who help individuals, organizations and societies better recognize, appreciate and use differences as a way of better communicating, working and thriving together.
These are (in-house and external) trainers, educators, consultants, coaches, researchers, scholars, facilitators, HR staff, and professional development specialists. Participants join us from all over the world.
Contact us to see if the DAD is right for you.
Questions ?
Check out our FAQs
About the programme
While most of our participants have at least 5 (and often 15+) years of experience, each course has a participant profile as determined together with the faculty member(s).
We understand that your circumstances are unique, and if you have questions as to whether you meet the course qualifications, we’re happy to discuss these with you. Email us at info@iddifferences.org with your questions or to schedule a brief advisory session.
Although all of our courses offer advanced-level content, we’re also pleased to offer several that have been designed to also include aspiring professionals or those who may be newer to the field.
We will have an opening networking session on the late afternoon / evening of Monday, 6 July and courses will run from Tuesday to Friday from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm, with a closing session on Friday evening.
Optional programming may include*:
- stimulating evening offers with visiting guests,
- a canal cruise Faculty so that you can get to know our experts, and
- group lunches and outings to local points of interest.
*Details of the optional programme will be announced beginning in February 2026. Also see the course schedule.
Courses run from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm CEST — with breaks and networking opportunities, plus optional programming before and after class time — and one course day is equal to 6 learning contact hours.
Enrolment is capped at 10-20 places depending on the course.
You will be given a Certificate of Participation from the University and the Institute listing the number of learning contact hours for each course you complete.
If applicable, you may apply for recognition of these credits to the relevant authorities at your home institution. While final decision on awarding credits is at the discretion of the home institution, we will be happy to provide any necessary information that might be requested in addition to the certificate of participation. (Note that 28 hours correspond to 1 ECTS.)
While the biggest take-aways are what you gain in the classroom and with your peers, depending on the faculty member, you may have additional materials provided in digital or paper form.
For this programme, participants should have enough command of the English language to take part in the discussions and to present their own thoughts and work in English.
Registration
Registration is managed by our partner, the University of Groningen. To register follow these steps:
On each course page, simply click on ENROLL NOW and you will be redirected to the University of Groningen’s registration system to apply for that course.
On the University course page, select the course dates (only one option is available) then simply and easily Register as a new user to complete your registration and pay. The IDD will be in contact once your enrollment has been approved.
IMPORTANT: You’ll need to register separately for each course in which you wish to enroll.
Once we receive your registration, we will contact you within 3 business days to confirm your eligibility and before your enrolment is official.
Please note that since all courses are subject to meeting minimum enrolments, the DAD team will confirm on or before 19 May 2026 that your course is taking place. We strongly advise you not to make non-refundable travel arrangements until you have received this confirmation.
If you are unable to use your organisation’s credit card (or use your own and apply for reimbursement from your employer), we may be able to invoice them directly. Contact info@iddifferences.org with your request.
Early registration for all courses closes on 15 February 2026. Regular registration for all courses closes on 15 May 2026. Final registration for select courses only closes on 1 July 2026.
At this time we regret we are not able to offer this option. However, if special payment arrangements are needed, contact us at info@iddifferences.org to discuss your needs.
Venue
We are pleased that the University of Groningen in The Netherlands will once again host DAD Courses will take place at either the Academy Building (Broerstraat 5) or Harmonie Building (Oude Kijk in Het Jatstraat 26) in the centre of charming Groningen, the City of Talent.
The city of Groningen is located in the north of The Netherlands and is serviced with frequent and reliable train schedules. Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam and Bremen Airport in Germany are the nearest international airports to Groningen, each of which is 200 kilometers away. Additional useful details about this can be found on the University of Groningen website
Yes – here is a list of hotels (not yet updated for 2026!) that are conveniently located near the event venue. As a participant, you’re eligible for exclusive discounts on these hotels.
Costs
Courses are priced based on duration so that the early tuition fees are as follows: 1-day courses are €615, 2-day courses are €1050 and 3-day classes are €1550.
The regular tuition fees are as follows: 1-day courses are €650, 2-day courses are €1125 and 3-day classes are €1625.
We invite you to learn more about the IDD’s fiscal philosophy.
Refunds for courses are not available except in the case of course cancellation by the DAD organisers. Please note that this policy is different from that of other University of Groningen Summer School and Language Centre courses. Full details are available on the Developing Across Differences (DAD) Learning Lab & Community Week Terms and Conditions page.
At this time, we do not offer a scholarship or financial aid scheme for this programme. We try to price fairly per our fiscal philosophy, yet never want pricing to be a barrier to participation. If you have considerations we should be aware of, please contact us at info@iddifferences.org.
ADDITIONAL INFO
Looking to enroll in our Workshops?
Click here to explore course offerings listed above and register.
For inquiries about the program, contact us using the form below.
Learn with Leading Faculty
Faculty from the IDD’s four content areas are exceptional contemporary thinkers, practitioners, and facilitators who use experiential and project-based learning methods to support deeper development.
Established and emerging experts alike, IDD Faculty appreciate local issues and their global implications.
Here's who is teaching with the IDD in July
Milton Bennett | Nadine Binder | Michaela Carrière | Darla Deardorff | Nene Molefi | Maja Nenadović | Mai Nguyen | Annelie Wambeek
Learn more about each faculty member on their course pages.
LABS: CREATE CONTENT
Learn through active experimentation and application
Whether you join us for one day or all six of the DAD, you are invited to take part in multiple “laboratory experiments” in which relevant real-life challenges and critical incidents are interrogated from multiple perspectives.
Together with our faculty and peers, you have the opportunity to contribute insights from your area(s) of expertise, and use appreciative inquiry to explore —and model how to explore— how other narratives might expose different, complementary ways of problem-solving,-minimization, or -prevention.
New cooperations, research concepts, and practices/pedagogies will emerge from the Labs, strengthening each of the individual narratives—and the combinations thereof.
Need to know more about the DAD programme?
Note that these questions and answers apply to the 2023 European edition of the programme. Once details about the 2023 Middle Eastern and 2024 European editions are available, we will update accordingly.
About the programme
While most of our participants have at least 5 (and often 15+) years of experience, each course has a participant profile as determined together with the faculty member(s).
We understand that your circumstances are unique, and if you have questions as to whether you meet the course qualifications, we’re happy to discuss these with you. Email us at info[at]iddifferences.org with your questions or to schedule a brief advisory session.
Although all of our courses offer advanced-level content, we’re also pleased to offer several that have been designed to also include aspiring professionals or those who may be newer to the field.
We will have an opening networking session on the afternoon/evening of Sunday, 10 July, and courses run from Monday to Friday from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm, with a closing session on Friday evening.
Optional programming includes:
- mini-coaching sessions before class and during the midday lunch break,
- stimulating evening offers with visiting guests,
- group lunches,
- “Buy Your Own” Dinner with Faculty so that you can get to know our experts, and
- a faculty-led tour of Amsterdam.
Details of the optional programme will be announced beginning in February 2023.
Also see the course schedule.
You will be given a Certificate of Participation listing the number of learning contact hours for each course you complete.
If applicable, you may apply for recognition of these credits to the relevant authorities at your home institution. While final decision on awarding credits is at the discretion of the home institution, we will be happy to provide any necessary information that might be requested in addition to the certificate of participation. (Note that 28 hours corresponds to 1 ECTS.)
Courses run from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm CET — with breaks and networking opportunities, plus optional programming before and after class time — and one course day is equal to 6 learning contact hours.
There will be optional programming before and after classes. More information will be available in early 2023.
(NB: If you sign up for the Experiential Perspective Taking course, you must be present the day before the course (Monday, 10 July) from 6.00-7.30 pm, as this activity will serve as the foundation for the in-class learning the next day, Tuesday, 11 July.)
Enrolment is capped at a maximum of 22 places per course.
While the biggest take-aways are what you gain in the classroom and with your peers, depending on the faculty member, you may have additional materials provided in digital or paper form.
For this programme, participants should have enough command of the English language to take part in the discussions and to present their own work in English.
Registration
On each course page, simply click on ENROLL NOW and you will be redirected to the University of Groningen’s registration system to apply for that course.
On the University course page, select the course dates (only one option is available) then simply and easily Register as a new user to complete your registration and pay. The IDD will be in contact once your enrollment has been approved.
NOTE: You’ll need to register separately for each course in which you wish to enroll.
Once we receive your registration, we will contact you within 3 business days to confirm your eligibility and before your enrolment is official. *”*Please note that since all courses are subject to meeting minimum enrolments, the DAD team will confirm on or before 17 April 2023 that your course is taking place. We strongly advise you not to make non-refundable travel arrangements until you have received this confirmation.
If you are unable to use your organisation’s credit card (or use your own and apply for reimbursement from your employer), we may be able to invoice them directly. Contact info@iddifferences.org with your request.
Regular registration closes on 7 April 2023. Late registration closes on 3 July 2023.
At this time we regret we are not able to offer this option. However, if payment arrangements are needed, contact us at info@iddifferences.org to discuss your needs.
Venue
We are pleased that the University of Groningen in The Netherlands will once again host DAD Courses will take place at either the Academy Building (Broerstraat 5) or Harmonie Building (Oude Kijk in Het Jatstraat 26) in the centre of charming Groningen, the City of Talent.
The city of Groningen is located in the north of The Netherlands and is serviced with frequent and reliable train schedules. Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam and Bremen Airport in Germany are the nearest international airports to Groningen, each of which is 200 kilometers away. Additional useful details about this can be found on the University of Groningen website
Costs
Courses are priced based on duration so that 1-day courses are €550, 2-day courses are €990 and 3-day classes are €1495. We invite you to learn more about the IDD’s fiscal philosophy.
Refunds for courses are not available except in the case of course cancellation by the DAD organisers. Please note that this policy is different from that of other University of Groningen Summer School and Language Centre courses. Full details are available on the Developing Across Differences (DAD) Learning Lab & Community Week Terms and Conditions page.
At this time, we do not offer a scholarship or financial aid scheme for this programme. We try to price fairly per our fiscal philosophy, yet never want pricing to be a barrier to participation. If you have considerations we should be aware of, please contact us at info@iddifferences.org.
Questions?
See our FAQs
About the programme
While most of our participants have at least 5 (and often 15+) years of experience, each course has a participant profile as determined together with the faculty member(s).
We understand that your circumstances are unique, and if you have questions as to whether you meet the course qualifications, we’re happy to discuss these with you. Email us at info[at]iddifferences.org with your questions or to schedule a brief advisory session.
Although all of our courses offer advanced-level content, we’re also pleased to offer several that have been designed to also include aspiring professionals or those who may be newer to the field.
You are welcome to join us for 1, 2 or 3 days — or all week. We will have an opening networking session on the afternoon / evening of Monday, 6 July and courses run from Tuesday to Friday from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm, with a closing session on Friday evening.
Optional supplemental programming may include:
- stimulating evening offers with visiting guests,
- group lunches and outings to local sites, and
- a canal cruise with Faculty so that you can get to know our experts.
Also see the course schedule.
Courses run from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm CET — with breaks and networking opportunities, plus optional programming before and after class time — and one course day is equal to 6 learning contact hours.
There will be optional programming before and after classes. More information will be available in early 2024.
Enrolment is capped at a maximum of 22 places per course for most courses.
You will be given a Certificate of Participation listing the number of learning contact hours for each course you complete.
If applicable, you may apply for recognition of these credits to the relevant authorities at your home institution. While final decision on awarding credits is at the discretion of the home institution, we will be happy to provide any necessary information that might be requested in addition to the certificate of participation. (Note that 28 hours corresponds to 1 ECTS.)
While the biggest take-aways are what you gain in the classroom and with your peers, depending on the faculty member, you may have additional materials provided in digital or paper form.
For this programme, participants should have enough command of the English language to take part in the discussions and to present their own work in English.
Registration
Registration is managed by our partner, the University of Groningen. To register follow these steps:
On each course page, simply click on ENROLL NOW and you will be redirected to the University of Groningen’s registration system to apply for that course.
On the University course page, select the course dates (only one option is available) then simply and easily Register as a new user to complete your registration and pay. The IDD will be in contact once your enrollment has been approved.
IMPORTANT: You’ll need to register separately for each course in which you wish to enroll.
Once we receive your registration, we will contact you within 3 business days to confirm your eligibility and before your enrolment is official. *”*Please note that since all courses are subject to meeting minimum enrolments, the DAD team will confirm on or before 17 May 2024 that your course is taking place. We strongly advise you not to make non-refundable travel arrangements until you have received this confirmation.
If you are unable to use your organisation’s credit card (or use your own and apply for reimbursement from your employer), we may be able to invoice them directly. Contact info@iddifferences.org with your request.
Early registration for all courses closes on 15 February 2026. Regular registration for all courses closes on 15 May 2026. Final registration for select courses only closes on 1 July 2026.
At this time we regret we are not able to offer this option. However, if payment arrangements are needed, contact us at info@iddifferences.org to discuss your needs.
Venue
We are pleased that the University of Groningen in The Netherlands will once again host DAD Courses will take place at either the Academy Building (Broerstraat 5) or Harmonie Building (Oude Kijk in Het Jatstraat 26) in the centre of charming Groningen, the City of Talent.
The city of Groningen is located in the north of The Netherlands and is serviced with frequent and reliable train schedules. Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam and Bremen Airport in Germany are the nearest international airports to Groningen, each of which is 200 kilometers away.
Additional useful details about this can be found on the University of Groningen website
Yes – here is a list of hotels (not yet updated for 2026!) that are conveniently located near the event venue. As a participant, you’re eligible for exclusive discounts on these hotels.
Costs
Courses are priced based on duration so that the early tuition fees are as follows: 1-day courses are €615, 2-day courses are €1050 and 3-day classes are €1550.
The regular tuition fees are as follows: 1-day courses are €650, 2-day courses are €1125 and 3-day classes are €1625.
We invite you to learn more about the IDD’s fiscal philosophy.
Refunds for courses are not available except in the case of course cancellation by the DAD organisers. Please note that this policy is different from that of other University of Groningen Summer School and Language Centre courses. Full details are available on the Developing Across Differences (DAD) Learning Lab & Community Week Terms and Conditions page.
At this time, we do not offer a scholarship or financial aid scheme for this programme. We try to price fairly per our fiscal philosophy, yet never want pricing to be a barrier to participation. If you have considerations we should be aware of, please contact us at info@iddifferences.org.
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Not finding the information you need? Send us an inquiry below.
REQUEST DETAILS
Looking to enroll in the 2023 European DAD?
Click here to explore course offerings listed above and register.
For inquiries about the DADs, contact us using the form below.
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH & MORE
The IDD is premised on the proposition that we can improve our larger impact by understanding where there are (and are not) intersections among four key areas of study and practice in the differences field —intercultural communication, global learning, anti-discrimination/diversity & inclusion, and global competence — then borrowing from and expanding on them.
All experienced practitioners and scholars (and those who aspire advance to the field) are invited to join us for our in-person Developing Across Differences Learning Lab & Community Weeks or DADs.
Join us for 1, 2, 3-day courses — or all week — for professional development focused on both real world application and solid research, plus networking, community and discussion about topics relevant to you.
EUROPE
Groningen, Netherlands
5-11 July 2026