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​Registrations for SEL Shala 2026 are now OPEN!

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SEL Shala 2026

Fostering Well-being, Transforming Education​


​Welcome to the 7th Year of SEL Shala, batch 2026 - a pioneering training program designed for educators, parents, caregivers, social workers, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone committed to promoting the well-being of students and young people. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is the cornerstone of this immersive experience, focusing on personal and professional development through a holistic approach.

About SEL Shala

SEL Shala, presented by Apni Shala, is a certificate-based training program aimed at deepening participants' understanding of their own social-emotional competencies and integrating SEL into educational and caregiving settings.

The curriculum is enriched by a framework centered on the promotive and preventive mental health approach, drawing inspiration from CASEL and SEE Learning, and tailored to resonate with the cultural nuances of India.
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Course highlights

Interactive Learning Formats 
Immerse yourself in dynamic learning experiences, including expressive writing, poetry, group discussions, audio-visuals, art, and research. Home assignments will be provided every two sessions to reinforce and apply the acquired knowledge.

Comprehensive Content
Delve into essential topics such as the Mental Health Spectrum, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Framework, Social-Emotional Competencies, and the integration of SEL principles with school/organizational visions.

This course will be delivered in a bilingual format, offering instruction and resources in both English and Hindi.
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​Practical Application 
Engage with Apni Shala's SEL curriculum to gain hands-on experience. Explore the connections between SEL and academic curricula, and acquire the skills to effectively facilitate SEL with children and young people. This course emphasizes the practical application of knowledge in real-world scenarios.

Who should participate?

This learning opportunity is open to educators, principals, parents, caregivers, social workers, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone working with children, adolescents, or young adults. 
Individuals transitioning into education from other fields are also encouraged to attend.
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When? Where?

Choose from two convenient schedules to accommodate diverse participants globally:
1. Cohort 1: April 2026, Online (on Zoom) - 8 sessions of 2 hours each​​
  • Dates: 
    • Week 1: 8th & 9th April 
    • Week 2: 15th, 16th & 17th April 
    • Week 3: 22nd, 23rd & 24th April 
  • Time - 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM IST (with additional support from 05:00 to 05:30 PM for 1:1 check-in, Q/A with facilitators)
  • ​No. of Participants - 35 to 40

​2. Cohort 2 -  May 2026, In-person (at Apni Shala’s office in Mumbai) -  4 sessions of 4 hours each
  • Dates - 20th to 23rd May
  • Time - 09:30 AM to 01:30 PM IST
  • No. of Participants - 25

You will receive:

  1. Certificates on successful completion of the course (based on minimum attendance - 85% for online and 100% for in-person).
  2. An opportunity to learn alongside a diverse cohort committed to young people’s social and emotional development.
  3. Comprehensive SEL resources such as reading and audio-visual materials etc.
  4. Needs-based curriculum support after successful completion of the course.​

How to Register?

​Fill out the Registration Form. Click the button below.
Register for SEL Shala 2026
  • Last date to complete registration:
    • Cohort 1: April (online) - 31st March, 2026
    • Cohort 2: May (in-person) - 28th April, 2026
  • ​Seats are first-come-first-serve so please register well before the last dates. Registrations are non-refundable and non-deferrable/transferable.
  • Special Offer! Groups with 3 or more participants receive a group discount of 30% of the total fees per participant).
  • Scholarships - Limited scholarships are available to participants with financial constraints. To avail the special offer and/or scholarships, indicate your need in the registration form.
  • Your registration will be processed and you will receive an email to complete the registration through a contribution of ₹ 12000 per participant. (This will be recalculated if you have availed of a special offer or scholarship.)​

Contact

[email protected]
+91 
8655-490-999

Address

Apni Shala Foundation
61/C, First floor, D.N. Road, 
Near Saraswati Mahavidyalay, 

Kamgar Nagar, 
Kurla (E) - 400 024
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  • WHO WE ARE
    • About Us
    • People
    • Supporters
  • WHAT WE DO
    • Whole School Transformation Initiative - SEL
    • Community Lab School - Khoj
    • Personal and Professional Development >
      • SEL Shala
      • Diversity Shala
    • Advocacy >
      • #DikhtaNahiHotaHai
      • Communities of Wellbeing
      • SELebrating Inclusion Summit
  • JOIN THE MOVEMENT
    • Support our Campaigns >
      • Back-to-School Campaign
      • Mental Health Ambassador Campaign
    • Work With Us
    • Volunteer
    • Contact Us
  • RESOURCES
    • Annual Reports
    • Practice-Informed Resources
    • Us in the news!
  • DONATE