Welcome to the ISL Impact Hub

A space for innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship.

Empowering Young Innovators for a Changing World

At the International School of Lausanne, we are committed to shaping the future by empowering our students to become resilient problem-solvers. Our Impact Hub is a cutting-edge learning environment designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and innovation. Whether through entrepreneurial workshops, global competitions like The Earth Prize, or hands-on collaboration with industry leaders, the Impact Hub serves as a launchpad for ideas that could shape our future.

What type of activities do we offer at the Impact Hub?

Mindset Sessions

Our unique mindset sessions focus on fostering a growth-oriented mentality.

We aim to help students build emotional resilience, embrace calculated risks, and learn from failure.

Developing the ability to bounce back from setbacks is crucial in today’s fast-paced world.

Skills Workshops

We offer a wide range of practical workshops, from design thinking and project management
to entrepreneurship and AI integration. Students have the opportunity to learn directly from industry leaders and develop essential skills that will help them thrive in both academic and professional environments.

Mentorship

We believe in the power of mentorship. At the Impact Hub, students work side by side with industry experts, receiving guidance from concept to execution. This hands-on approach helps transform innovative ideas into actionable solutions. More than just a physical space - a launchpad for ideas that will shape the future.

Unique Experiences

The Impact Hub provides opportunities for students to participate in international competitions like The Earth Prize, collaborate with peers from other top schools, and work on projects that have real-world applications. Our students also benefit from partnerships with institutions such as EPFL, where they engage in collaborative robotics projects with postgraduate students.

Why the Impact Hub?

In our rapidly changing world, it is more important than ever to equip students with the skills to innovate. The Impact Hub combines a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere with state-of-the-art technology, ensuring that every student has the tools they need to turn ideas into action.

More than just a physical space - a launchpad for ideas that will shape the future.

Discover some of the sessions powered by the Impact Hub and related communication

💡 Transforming Ideas into Action! ✨We were thrilled to host Tomoko Yokoi, Senior Researcher and Advisor at the TONOMUS Global Center for Digital and AI Transformation, IMD Business School, for an inspiring session powered by The Impact Hub.Students dove into holistic and rapid problem-solving, learning to:✅ Craft sharp, actionable problem statements.✅ Explore design thinking through hands-on prototyping.✅ Transform sketches into actionable solutions.From ideation to iteration in just 40 minutes! Students left equipped with creative insights and a toolkit for turning big ideas into real-world impact. 🌍💭🛠️

🛰️🌌 On 13 November 2024, our Year 5 students launched their creativity and coding skills into orbit! Through Mission Zero, a special collaboration with the European Space Agency, our students created digital images that will soon be displayed on the International Space Station - where astronauts will actually see and interact with their work. 👩‍🚀This hands-on project, powered by The Impact Hub at ISL, connects our Exploration and Earth processes units, where students dive into human migration, Earth’s resources, and the future of space exploration. 🌍 We cannot wait for them to receive their official ESA certificates in Spring 2025, celebrating their success in this out-of-this-world adventure! 🌠

🚀 Exciting news - IamExpat is featuring our brand-new Impact Hub at ISL! 🌍💡 Learn how we are shaping the innovators and leaders of tomorrow, empowering our students to tackle real-world challenges with creativity and purpose. From sustainability projects to entrepreneurial skills, the Impact Hub is where future changemakers are born.📖 Click on the link to read the full article and discover how our students are preparing to make a global impact.

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🌍 ISL was thrilled to host explorer and environmentalist Robert Swan. On 30 October 2024, he shared his remarkable journey with our Earth Prize participating students, inspiring them with stories of resilience, innovation, and the urgency of environmental responsibility. As the first person to walk to both the North and South Poles, Swan’s insights encouraged students to think big about sustainability and their role in protecting our planet. Through the ISL Impact Hub and its activities, such as the Earth Prize competition, we’re empowering the next generation of leaders to make a lasting impact! 🌱

🌟 In October 2024, we at ISL introduced a new hub, designed to empower students to tackle real-world challenges. This initiative is all about inspiring creative thinking, fostering collaboration, and offering mentorship opportunities with leading experts. Our Impact Hub will help students become innovative changemakers, ready to seize opportunities and make a positive impact in the world. Curious to learn more? Watch the sneak peak video! 🎥

Ready to shape the future?

For more information or if you are interested in being a mentor, please reach out to Marco Bruce.

Teacher of Innovation and Entrepreneurship / Gifted and Talented Provision Specialist Marco Bruce

mbruce@isl.ch