We are thrilled to share transformative news that marks a new chapter in Gaia U’s journey.
After years of dedicated stewardship, Andrew Langford is transitioning full-time into his consulting work and has officially transferred ownership of Gaia U International to Jennifer Morgan and Ava Klinger. Jennifer will step into the roles of CEO and President, while Ava will take on the role of COO. We are deeply grateful that Andrew will remain closely connected as a board member for the next three years, offering his invaluable wisdom and guidance as we continue to evolve.
Introducing The Gaia U Trust & Foundation
In alignment with our mission to nurture the Earth and foster a resilient global community, we are proud to announce the establishment of The Gaia U Trust. This knowledge trust, stewarded by a dynamic board—including Jennifer Morgan, Ava Klinger, Kirsten Liegmann, Andrew Langford, and Matheo James—will safeguard Gaia U’s legacy of eco-social design and regenerative education. Our graduates will be the first to benefit from the Trust, with more details coming soon.
In addition, we are launching The Gaia U Foundation, which will support scholarships and initiatives promoting planetary resilience. Our first major initiative, the Libra Adler Scholarship Fund, has already raised enough to offer a full scholarship to a student in the Middle East. Through continued fundraising, we aim to expand these opportunities, empowering change agents worldwide.
Looking Ahead
For 2025, Gaia U will continue to offer the same transformative programs that have empowered learners for nearly two decades. Exciting updates and new program additions will be unveiled in 2026. Our next program cohort begins in September 2025, with enrollment opening in April. In the meantime, our current online offerings remain available, ensuring continued learning and engagement.
We are immensely grateful to everyone who contributed to our first fundraising campaign—your support is making this transition possible. The campaign remains open, and we invite you to continue helping us build a thriving future for Gaia U.
Join Us in This New Chapter
This is just the beginning. We invite you to be part of Gaia U’s evolution by participating in our upcoming event on June 8, 2025 in San Francisco, CA. This will be an opportunity to learn, collaborate, share, and support our mission through donations and volunteering. Stay tuned for exciting participatory events later this season—we can’t wait to embark on this journey with all of you!
For more information about the event on June 8th, please email ava@gaiau.org.
With gratitude and excitement,
The Gaia U Team