Our Impact

Since its launch in 2017, the HDC continues to make its mark in the lives of students and teachers.

Early Pilots of the HDC took place across the US, Saint Lucia, Mexico, and the Philippines.

Since then, the HDC has been implemented in formal and non formal classroom settings across Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and North America.

The HDC has earned government approval from Croatia and the Philippines and has been selected for national implementations in Nigeria and Tanzania. HDC is currently available in English, Spanish and Hungarian with other translations currently underway.

 

HDC is 100% human development. 

 But don’t just take our word for it – hear what teachers and students have to say about this life-changing curriculum!

 

HDC students experience increased
self-confidence and positive
behavior change.

It inspires and motivates

"Everything has its price, like plants and animals, but we humans are worth the infinite.”

Student, Mexico City

It instills identity and worldview

“In HDC class we learn about what it means to be human; we talk about the rational and sensitive powers, and the fact that we are subjects and not objects.”

5th grader, New York partner

It instills identity and worldview

And leads to excellent decision-making

“Human Dignity is the reason why I can be the best I can be.”

4th grader, Mexico pilot

The curriculum has also garnered its fair share of praise from press and research articles.

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HDC Makes Students “That Much Happier”

Coming from a background in mental health counseling, Mercedes Flores-Nava knew that she wanted to help foster positive development in ...

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Waves of Summer Success!

New York City — From June 24-26th, 2025, educators, researchers and advocates from around the world came together for the ...

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Human Dignity Curriculum Launches in Indonesia

Bandung, Indonesia — From July 10-11, 2025, the city of Bandung witnessed a milestone moment for youth education and empowerment, ...

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