The implementation of the training – HEAD Empowering school principals for inclusive school culture has been finalized in Croatia and North Macedonia and involved about 60 school principals from primary and secondary schools.

School principals are recognized as crucial factor in the implementation of inclusive policy and establishment of inclusive school culture and the program starts from the premise that the leadership can be developed and build consciously requiring reflection and adequate professional development. This premise aims to replace the misconcept of ‘born leaders’, charismatic and omni present.

Three school principals from North Macedonia shared their feedback about the program in the videos below. They recognize the relevance of personal and professional development of school principals to implement inclusive policies, motivate teachers, establish a climate of cooperation. The program, as highlighted by participants, provided theoretical upgrade about the notions of leadership, democratic decision-making, inclusive participation.