HumanKind Coaching and Facilitation Programme
Opening Pathways for Belonging, Transformation, and Participation
Ready to unlock your potential and make a real impact?
Explore how to facilitate awareness-based change through embodiment, deep listening, art, and group work.
We're delighted to announce that Momoakademiet is opening the doors to our first fulltime students!
Immersive training in Momoakademiet, Oslo - Norway, 15th Sept - 15 December 2025
Self practice period: January - June 2026
Final module and graduation: 15th - 21st of June 2026
Momoakademiet is looking for passionate individuals to join our pilot program, the HumanKind Coaching and Facilitation Programme. The first cohort kicks off in autumn 2025, from September to December.
We're reaching out internationally to find those who feel called to participate in this innovative training program designed for people who work with people! This program is for young adults aged 20-35 and includes a 3-month stay at Momoakademiet in Norway, followed by a self-practice period of 6 months in your home environment before a final module and graduation. In our pilot program, there are 16 available spots.
The program leads to certification as a HumanKind - Living Presence Facilitator from Momoakademiet, and as a coach in The International Zen Coaching Academy.
Why HumanKind?
HumanKind is the pilot for an in-depth training program that engages the power of meditation, deep listening, creativity, somatic awareness, and self-reflection, into how to face the many challenges of our times. As students, you'll be co-creators of a powerful new offering to the world, supporting transformation anchored in human connection, presence, and creativity.
We believe it’s essential to bring personal growth practices out of the “alternative” scene and into the mainstream conversation about how we can co-create the world we want to live in. This pilot program represents the first development of our international academy and our yearly program, training community builders, leaders, and agents of change to facilitate embodied transformation through deep listening, embodiment, art, nature connection, and group work.
The HumanKind Pilot Programme seeks to inspire personal, communal, and systemic change that promotes humanness. We understand that a root cause of the global crisis is that we are living out the dream of separation in an interconnected world. Being human, we always participate with our very beingness, whether we are conscious of it or not. This is why awareness and conscious participation matter!
With this pilot program, we invite young adults who are passionate about working with people to study with us and become co-writers of new empowering stories for HumanKind. Together, we will explore:
- What does Belonging, Participation, and Transformation mean in an interconnected world?
- How can we become the leaders the world needs, facilitating deep-rooted conversations and discovery processes anchored in deep listening and attunement to life?
- How can we create environments that nurture a sense of belonging, transformation, and participation based on human connection, presence, and creativity?
We believe that the capacity to facilitate transformation arises from our ability to hold opposites: standing in our values while remaining open to change, leading while also following, creating structure while letting go, caring for our creations without attachment, and taking responsibility while acknowledging a greater movement at work. Relationships with self, others, and the world are not static; they are evolving connections that deepen over time. By fostering an ongoing discovery process anchored in intrinsic belonging, we can participate in a movement towards becoming more human— and the world is in desperate need of humanness.
Key Components of the Programme
Deep Listening, Embodiment, Art, and Group Work
The practice of deep listening and embodiment reveals our inherent belonging through direct experience, opening our receptivity as part of a larger whole. It connects us with the intelligence of the moment, allowing us to learn as individuals and within a collective field, connected to a greater whole.
Art, as a creative practice, acts as a mirror for our participation in the world, guiding us to become aware of our authentic expression within the deeper currents that intertwine us all.
We see humans as relational beings that learn about themselves and are shaped by relationships. We are born and develop in an environment, in social structures, cultures and collective fields – often so unconscious that we cannot perceive the impact of it. Therefore we understand Group Work to be a fundamental aspect of transforming as a collective and learn together, as we go, maturing into wisdom.
Current educational systems often fail to provide avenues for participation from an inquiry-based space. Many people experience isolation, hopelessness, and a lack of agency. We believe that this form of active participation—rooted in inquiry, experiential learning, and creativity—should be prioritized to empower human beings to trust their capabilities in making an impact in the world.
THE AIM OF HUMANKIND
HumanKind Coaching and Facilitation Programme proposes practices that facilitate a return to the felt sense and a deepening connection with our participation in life. By engaging in an in depth process of deep listening, group work processes, embodied experiences and artistic expression, we rediscover our inner landscapes, creative contribution and intrinsic belonging, and we explore what it means to consciously participate, create, facilitate and innovate, as a friend, facilitator and leader deeply anchored in our intrinsic belonging.
How do I participate? What is my impact and how am I impacted? What are the qualities I value and care for, that I would love to live in my life? What does it mean to be human?
Our aim is to empower our students with a diverse set of skills, fostering authentic participation, self-expression, and creative, collaborative learning experiences.
Our intention is to contribute to the personal and professional growth of our students , enabling them to better support and guide the people they work with, promoting community engagement and transformation through one-one transformative coaching work, presence-based and responsive group facilitation, and a deep embodiment of principles and practices for awareness-based leadership.
Momoakademiet is associated with Zen Coaching, providing our students with the opportunity to become certified coaches in the international Zen Coaching Academy. This esteemed coaching school is recognized for its comprehensive training and support, boasting a network of approximately 500 certified coaches. By participating in this programme, you will not only gain valuable skills and insights but also join a vibrant community of practitioners dedicated to fostering personal growth and transformation.
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TIMEFRAME OF THE PROGRAMME
August 2025: Online Preparatory Meeting (3 hours)
A webinar welcoming everyone, connecting participants, clarifying practical points, and setting intentions for the learning journey.
15 September - 15 December 2025:
A 3-month immersive learning journey
The immersive three-month part of the programme, is structured as a cyclic journey, integrating the modules of Zen Coaching training, which leads to certification, within a broader creative framework.
Each cycle of the programme builds upon the previous one, introducing greater depth and understanding while providing additional perspectives. Participants will engage in a series of dynamic modules that enhance their awareness and skills, culminating in a unique creative project at the end of each cycle. These projects allow students to integrate their learnings and express them in innovative ways, whether through a participatory art event, workshop, or collaborative project.
By participating in this cyclic process, you will not only deepen your understanding of the foundational principles of the programme but also cultivate your creativity and strengthen your connections with yourself and your peers, setting the stage for impactful contributions to your community.
Cycle 1: Intrinsic Belonging - Relaxing into Presence (Weeks 1-3)
Focus: Establishing foundational practices that nurture a sense of belonging within oneself, with others, and in connection with the natural world.
In the cycle we explore and experience how relaxing into presence, also deepens our connection to intrinsic belonging and embodied wisdom, and thus enables us to support both ourselves, eachother and the people we work with, in living authentic and meaningful lives.
Cycle one ends in a creative project focused on intrinsic belonging, performed collaboratively in nature, where the students share their explorations and their findings through an art event.
Cycle 2: Transformation (Weeks 4-6)
Focus: Deepening the understanding of personal and collective transformation through self-exploration, coaching and facilitation practice.
This cycle has an emphasis on deep healing and transformation through awarenessbased practices such as deep listening, inquiry, allowance, curiosity and openness.
We gain a deeper trust in allowing our present moment experience to be as it is, and open, unfold and transform towards a deeper embodiment of our essential nature.
We also experience how our presence can be a support for others, and how we can work with people from a place of nondoing, beyond right and wrong. Refraining from fixing, analyzing or even "helping" the other, our support is anchored in empathetic attunement, curiosity and openness to the inherent wisdom of life.
Cycle 2 ends in an art project where the students honor their personal life story and are empowered in their understanding of transformation and personal growth.
Cycle 3: Participation & Heart to Heart Communication (Weeks 7-10)
Focus: In cycle 3 we explore the principles of heart-to-heart communication, focusing on empathy and authenticity, as fellow humans and also as facilitators. We explore the paradigm shift needed to live life anchored in presence and support others to do the same. We also emphasize participation through lightness, playfulness, and heart-to-heart living, while integrating trauma awareness and co-regulation.
We practice facilitation and learn important principles and practices to create from a place of deeper connection to being, and facilitate awareness based change.
Cycle 3 ends with a creative process where the students are supporting each other in forming and creating their own workshops for the local community, following their own sparks and sharing what they are passionate about.
Cycle 4: Project Empathy Tent + Personal and collective reflection (Weeks 11-12)
Focus: In week 11 of the project, the students will facilitate an empathy tent in the busy streets of Oslo, offering empathy sessions to people in the nidst of their busy lives.
In week 12 we have time for personal and collective harvesting and reflection on the whole process, while also having time to prepare for the upcoming self-practice period.
A more detailed program structure, will be available for students after sign up .
General daily schedule
08.30 - 09.30: Morning meditation
10.15 - 12.30: Session/ teaching segment
12.30 - 13.30: Lunch
13.30 - 16.00: Sessions/ group work
Afternoons can include engagement in the local community HOS MOMO, like facilitation of communitycircles/facilitation of community evenings, volunteer work around the studio and participation in practical tasks connected to the school the studio.
1 January - 30 June 2026: Living presence + Coaching and facilitation practice period
Self-Practice Requirements
During the self-practice period from January 1 to June 15, 2026, as a participant you will engage in a variety of practices designed to deepen your learning and enhance your skills. The self practice period is an integrated part of the journey, and the following requirements must be completed in order to become a certified coach and facilitator. If you need more time to complete the certification requirement you have two years after completion of the training to do so.
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Daily Meditation and Movement Practices: Engage in a meditation practice of at least 20 minutes each day. This should include a minimum of 10 minutes of uninterrupted silent sitting on a chair or on the floor, maintaining a straight back with eyes closed or open. This practice must be carried out for at least 21 consecutive days; if you skip a day, you will need to start again from the beginning.
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Creative Inquiry Scrapbook: Maintain a Creative Inquiry Scrapbook throughout the practice period to document reflections, insights, and creative explorations. For certification, this is to be shared with the teacher together with a self reflection report.
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Pure Listening Practice: Complete a total of at least 7 hours of listening practice and 7 hours of speaking practice with other participants.
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Inquiry Practice: Engage in at least 8 hours of inquiry practice with fellow participants.
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Creative Research Project: Follow your creative spark to design and implement a practice-based creative research project, culminating in a short paper that articulates your findings and insights.
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Witnessing Zen Coaching Sessions: Witness at least 15 hours of Zen Coaching sessions offered by other students
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Receiving Zen Coaching Sessions: Receive at least 15 hours of Zen Coaching sessions from other students.
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Offering Zen Coaching Sessions: Offer a minimum of 15 hours of Zen Coaching sessions to fellow students.
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Receiving Zen Coaching from Certified Coaches: Experience a minimum of 14 hours of Zen Coaching sessions from certified coaches, along with any sessions included in the training modules. Out of these hours, 10 should be part of a coaching package from one Certified Coach in the Zen Coaching Network, or as two packages of 5 hours each from different Certified Coaches. The remaining 4 hours should be received from other coaches within the Network to experience diverse coaching styles.
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Supervision Coaching and Feedback Sessions: Receive at least two supervision coaching sessions from a Senior Coach in the Zen Coaching Network. In these sessions, you will explore specific challenges encountered during coaching. Additionally, offer at least one session to two different Coach Team members or Senior Coaches who will provide feedback on your coaching. Payment for these sessions is part of your learning experience.
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Required Literature: Read and study specified literature, including 5 books. Further details is given after sign up.
June 8th to 14th of June
Completion module & graduation,
We gather for a final teaching module where students will present their work in a chosen creative format and receive their certification diploma.
Graduation leads to certification as a coach in the international Zen Coaching Academy, and as a facilitator and awareness-based "change-maker" from Momoakademiet.
OBJECTIVES
Promote Personal Growth for Students and Those They Support:
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Enhance Self-Awareness: Equip students with practices of deep listening, somatic awareness, and creative expression to nurture personal development and foster a deeper understanding of oneself.
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Foster Intrinsic Connection and Belonging: Engage students in profound explorations of their identities and relationships, cultivating a sense of intrinsic belonging to themselves, each other, and the natural world. This journey enhances self-awareness, encourages authentic self-expression, and empowers students to participate fully in their lives and communities.
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Facilitate Deep Healing and Transformation: Provide students with essential tools and practices that facilitate deep-rooted healing and personal transformation. Through the integration of mindfulness and somatic experiences, students will learn to navigate their emotional landscapes and support others on their journeys.
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Art as a Mirror for Transformation: Facilitate experiences that utilize art as a mirror for self-discovery. Students will engage in creative expression to connect with themselves and others, promoting connection, transformation, and empowered participation.
Develop Leadership and Community Engagement Skills:
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Encourage Self-Discovery: Provide students with the tools and practices needed to engage others in personal inquiry, empowering them to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences more deeply during the programme.
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Facilitate Collective Exploration: Create opportunities for group inquiry that foster a sense of community and shared learning. Facilitate connections, collaborations, and insights among participants to enrich group dynamics and collective wisdom.
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Promote Open Dialogue: Cultivate an environment that prioritizes open dialogue, allowing participants to express their curiosities and questions freely. This practice deepens understanding and nurtures a culture of inquiry within the group.
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Integrate Reflective Practices: Implement reflective activities during the programme that enable individuals and groups to process their experiences and insights, fostering continuous growth and development.
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Explore How to Model Empathetic Leadership: Discover the importance of empathy and trust in your leadership approach. Explore how leading with authenticity creates a supportive atmosphere that inspires participants to engage fully in their personal and collective journeys.
Empower Social Impact:
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Empower Change-Makers: Inspire students to become authentic leaders capable of addressing societal challenges through awareness-based practices and empowered creative expressions. Equip them with the principles, practices, tools, and resources necessary to skillfully guide and support their communities, fostering active participation.
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Embrace Creative Processes for Social Change: Facilitate experiences that harness creativity as a powerful channel for transformation. Empower students to connect deeply with their innate potential through artistic expression and nature connection, promoting social change and global awareness.
PROGRAM METHOD
This Training is based on a Non-Formal and Experiential Learning approach. This asks the participant to engage in their own learning process, be participatory and highly interactive. We want to hear your voice and believe that we learn the most in a collective learning space - where we co-create, experiment and share.
Our team aims to foster and stand for openness, honesty, courageously caring for the whole, resilience through diversity, empowered responsibility.
You can expect:
- Embodied Learning: Participants will engage in somatic practices designed to integrate mind and body, enhancing self-awareness and deepening their connection to personal and collective experiences. This includes movement exercises, mindfulness practices, and activities that highlight the importance of the body as a source of wisdom.
- Deep Listening Practices: Attendees will participate in extensive exercises focused on cultivating deep listening skills. This encompasses practices that promote active receptivity and empathy, empowering students to connect meaningfully with themselves and others without the need to fix or respond immediately.
- Group Work Dynamics: The program involves structured group activities that allow students to foster collective wisdom. Through collaborative projects and discussions, participants will learn to navigate the complexities of group dynamics, enhancing their capacity to create supportive environments for shared learning.
- Creative Expression: Students will explore various artistic mediums, including visual arts, storytelling, and performance, to express personal narratives and engage with collective themes. This creative expression serves as a powerful tool for self-discovery and connection, enabling students to articulate their experiences and insights.
- Coaching Framework: Anchored in the principles of awareness-based transformation, the curriculum is designed to prepare students to become skillful facilitators and coaches. Students will learn to guide transformative conversations utilizing powerful questioning and heart-based communication to support the growth and self-discovery of others.
- Nature Connection Practices: Recognizing the importance of our relationship with nature, the program incorporates outdoor activities and explorations to deepen the connection to the natural world. Students will engage in nature walks and environmental awareness activities that enhance their sense of intrinsic belonging and interconnectedness.
- Self-Practice Integration: Following the immersive three-month period, students will continue their growth through structured self-practice that includes giving and receiving one-on-one coaching sessions, facilitation of workshops, and the implementation of creative inquiry projects. This period which also includes online meetings, allows for reflection, application of learned skills, and continued development of personal practices.
- Collaborative Community Building: Students will participate in the daily operations at Momoakademiet, engaging in co-creating community events, workshops, and activities. This experiential engagement fosters a sense of responsibility and ownership, deepening their connection to the community.
Through this holistic program method, students will embark on a transformative journey that combines personal growth, artistic exploration, and professional development, equipping them to become impactful facilitators and leaders.
UNDERPINNING PRACTICES
At the heart of the HumanKind Leadership and Facilitation Programme are transformative practices that empower you to connect deeply with yourself, others, and the world around you. These underpinning practices will enhance your learning journey, providing you with valuable tools to facilitate meaningful change.
At the centre of these is Zen Coaching. The programme also leads to possible certification as a coach in the international Zen Coaching Academy.
What is Zen Coaching?
Zen Coaching is a powerful approach to living, relating, and coaching that helps us connect more deeply with ourselves and our true source of power, wisdom, and creativity. It supports us in discovering the power of relaxing into the present and experiencing the ease and fulfillment of living in effortless flow.
Zen Coaching was founded in 2005 by Kåre Landfald from Norway. He was inspired by, among others, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, A.H. Almaas, Marshall B Rosenberg, Osho and modern coaching approaches. Kåre has degrees in Philosophy, Management and Information Systems, and has previously worked internationally for the UN and for the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The students in workshops and trainings also contributed significantly to the evolution of the approach.
The first Zen Coaching workshop was held at a retreat centre in Sweden in 2005 and courses still continue there today. Over the years Zen coaching expanded the training into Norway, Denmark, Poland and South Africa. Today there is an international network of 800 coaches and upcoming teachers who offer seminars, individual coaching and other events in many countries around the world and in different languages.
Key Principles of Zen Coaching:
- The Intention: To recognize and live our nature as essence—free and spacious awareness.
- The Practice: To explore and support ways of recognizing and living our true nature.
- The Community: To be part of a network of friends who practice living as essence, for enjoyment and mutual support.
As coaches trained in this tradition, we don't seek to fix or guide, but rather to provide support through simple presence, being here, resting as awareness, and approaching with curiosity. We offer empathic listening, staying present to what is alive in the moment, and supporting others in connecting deeply with themselves.
This approach emphasizes supporting individuals through deep listening and presence, allowing for self-discovery and transformation. Zen Coaching incorporates principles of Nonviolent Communication (NVC), the inquiry practices of the Diamond Approach, and mindfulness techniques rooted in the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh. Students will cultivate awareness in the present moment, guiding others to connect with their authentic selves.
Nonviolent Communication (NVC)
Discover the art of compassionate communication through Nonviolent Communication, which helps you express feelings and needs with clarity and empathy. This practice cultivates awareness of the ways we interact with ourselves and others, creating deeper connections based on understanding and respect.
Creative Somatic Movement
Explore how your body can be a source of wisdom and expression. Creative Somatic Movement encourages you to engage with your physical self, enhancing body awareness and emotional expression. Underpinning somatic practices are among others Bodymind Centering, Authentic Movement and Feldenkrais. By integrating movement with mindfulness, you’ll cultivate a more profound understanding of your emotional landscape and creative potential.
Art as creative practice
Unlock the power of artistic expression as a tool for connection and exploration. Throughout the program, you will engage in various artistic practices that invite you to share your personal narratives in creative ways. This holistic approach fosters authenticity and helps facilitate transformational experiences within the group.
Nature Connection Practices
Reconnect with the natural world as part of your journey. Nature Connection Practices immerse you in the beauty of your surroundings, grounding your experience in the present moment. By cultivating a sense of belonging with the earth, you will foster a deeper appreciation for interconnectedness and the bonds we share with all living beings.
Inquiry and Reflection
Foster a culture of curiosity through open exploration and self-inquiry. This practice encourages you to question assumptions, challenge limiting beliefs, and discover new perspectives. By engaging in reflective practices, you will enhance your ability to learn from experiences and cultivate a growth mindset.
These underpinning practices create a rich tapestry for your learning experience, empowering you to grow as a facilitator and leader. By integrating these methodologies into your journey, you will not only develop essential skills for supporting others but also deepen your connection to yourself and your community.
Join us on this transformative adventure, and let’s co-create a world that embraces human connection, creativity, and growth!
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Personal Learning Outcomes
Through this immersive experience, participants will engage in practices designed to foster personal growth and self-awareness:
Deepen Self-Awareness and Authenticity: Develop a profound understanding of oneself, fostering self-trust and agency while embracing authenticity. Learn to create environments where others feel encouraged to express their true selves.
Foster Emotional Awareness: Enhance the ability to recognize and articulate thoughts and feelings, creating emotional space that allows both oneself and others to express what truly matters.
Cultivate Intrinsic Belonging: Explore and deepen your sense of belonging, empowering meaningful participation in the community and the world around you.
Practice Mindfulness and Presence: Strengthen the capacity to stay present in the moment, creating authentic connections that foster deeper self-awareness, especially during challenging times.
Reconnect with Nature: Engage deeply with the natural environment, enhancing a sense of interconnectedness and recognizing embodiment as an expression of nature.
Embrace Vulnerability: Experience the transformative power of vulnerability in building genuine connections, leading to profound relationships.
Develop Resilience and Groundedness: Gain practical tools for self-regulation, maintaining calm and navigating life’s complexities with confidence and ease.
Harness Creativity for Transformation: Utilize creative expression to explore and transform experiences, facilitating personal growth and deepening connections with others.
Professional Learning Outcomes
The programme will equip you with essential skills and knowledge to facilitate the growth of others and create meaningful change in your communities:
Facilitate Transformation: Learn to support others in resting into themselves and being present with what is alive, guiding them to meet inner obstacles with curiosity and compassion.
Practice Deep Listening: Cultivate the art of listening, creating a collective space where dialogue flourishes, allowing all voices to be valued and heard.
Catalyze Awareness-Based Change: Explore principles and practices that promote awareness-based change, guiding individuals and groups through transformative processes toward deeper alignment.
Create Inclusive Environments: Design welcoming spaces that empower diverse perspectives and encourage collaborative creativity and authentic expression.
Guide Collaborative Processes: Enhance the ability to facilitate group activities that inspire co-creation and self-expression, engaging participants in meaningful creative inquiry.
Integrate Embodiment Practices: Incorporate nature and creative somatic movement to support participants in engaging their embodied selves and recognizing their belonging to a greater whole.
Develop Leadership Capabilities: Foster qualities that empower others to become active agents of change within their communities, based on care for the whole.
Embrace Authentic Leadership: Discover the importance of authenticity as a facilitator, recognizing that vulnerability and openness can enhance safety and trust within the group.
Facilitate Safe Dialogue: Prioritize creating inclusive environments where open dialogue, empathy, and connection are at the forefront, ensuring all participants feel seen and heard.
Implement Creative Social Impact Projects: Develop skills to design and execute creative and artistic projects that promote awareness-based change and foster interconnectedness in society.
TRAINER
Hanne Pedersen
Facilitator & Coordinator
Hanne Pedersen (46) is the founder of MOMOAKADEMIET and serves as the main teacher and coordinator of the HumanKind Pilot Programme. With a background in performance theatre and Creative Somatic Movement, she has been a teacher, coach, and facilitator of Zen Coaching since 2008.
Hanne’s work with Momoakademiet and the HumanKind programme is a response to a deeper calling of our times, inviting individuals to come together, build community, and share both individual and collective practices. Her mission is to empower participants to experience, explore, embody, innovate, and co-create their realities from a place of profound connection with the living world.
She possesses extensive experience in designing, facilitating, and directing creative processes. Her areas of expertise include awareness-based practices, creative somatic movement, coaching, and communication. Hanne’s educational background includes studies at Cantabile 2 School of Stage Arts (2003), the Zen Coaching training (2008), year studies in philosophy and psychology at the University of Oslo, and a Master’s in Dance and Somatic Wellbeing from the University of Central Lancashire (2016).
WORKSHOP LEADERS
Kåre Landfald
Kåre is the founder of Zen Coaching and the head of the Zen Coaching Network and the trainings internationally. He is the main teacher for the trainings in Sweden and Norway, and also teaches some modules of the training in South Africa and Poland.
Background
Kåre is originally from Norway and was co-owner of Ängsbacka Centre for Personal Growth in Sweden from 2004-2009. During these years he developed the Zen approach to coaching, with inspiration from many sources including the modern coaching tradition, Zen Buddhism, the Diamond Approach of A.H. Almaas, Nonviolent Communication (Marshall Rosenberg), the Great Freedom Teachings (Candice O´Denver), and more.
Kåre has a bachelor degree in Philosophy and a Masters Degree in Management and Information Systems. Since 1997, he has worked as a consultant, coach, conflict mediator, manager and teacher in personal growth and organisational change.
Prior to this, Kåre worked in the field of international affairs within the United Nations, the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and as consultant for various organisations. His areas of work included poverty reduction strategies, organisational development, conflict prevention, negotiations, environmental policies, UN reform, and more.
In the programme We are delighted to have Kåre as one of the teachers of the program bringing his immense and solid experience as the founder of Zen Coaching and a teacher of 800 students through more than 20 years. Kåre will be supervising the program while teaching a week with a specific focus on deep healing and transformation.
Sebastian Utecht
Sebastian Utecht likes yogurt and coffee in the morning. He is a passionate autodidact and a state-certified clown actor, circus educator, Feldenkrais practitioner, and currently in training to become a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
Sebastian likes to explore and create deep and playful learning experiences and performances. Lately their topics ponder around home, belonging, movement, play and trauma.
In the program Sebastian is bringing his playful sensitive touch and facilitates a week where we deepen into the playfulness of life through clowning, Feldenkrais and somatic movement.
Ylva Sjåstad
Ylva Sjaastad is a seasoned storyteller and musician from Oslo, with a diverse educational background in music, drama, and oral storytelling from both the University of Oslo (UiO) and OsloMet. She has furthered her training with a Zen Coaching education and has been a dedicated student at the Ridhwan School for nearly a decade.
Since 1998, Ylva has utilized her skills as a professional storyteller, infusing her narratives with the sounds of various medieval instruments, which enhance the atmosphere of her tales. Additionally, she serves as a children's book facilitator at Rælingen Library, continuously seeking nourishing stories that inspire and connect. With extensive experience in group leadership, Ylva is passionate about creating magical spaces and exploring innovative, enriching ways for people to come together.
In the programme Ylva will open the door to magical intuitive landscapes within us. We will explore how to access our intuition and our embodied wisdom both personally and collectively, through intuitive storytelling.
The progamme will also be supported by a solid team of 3-6 assisting team members with extensive experience in supporting personal and collective transformation processes.
FINANCIAL AND PARTICIPATION AGREEMENTS
The HumanKind Leadership and Facilitation Programme is dedicated to providing a transformative experience that is accessible to motivated individuals eager to engage in personal and community growth. Below are the key details regarding financial arrangements, participation requirements, and accommodation options:
Tuition Fee
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Program Investment: The tuition fee for the HumanKind Coaching and Facilitation Programme is €2,900, covering the cost of the program, this fee includes: A three-month immersive stay at Momoakademiet Five monthly webinars during the self-practice period A six-day completion module in June 2026 for graduation and certification.
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Financial Assistance: To support individuals facing financial hardship, we are offering seven spots at a reduced tuition fee of €1900. Additionally, we have a few work trade positions available, allowing participants to attend the program for €1,500.
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Scholarships and Funding: We are actively applying for sponsorships and funding opportunities to provide additional financial assistance. A limited number of scholarships may be available for those demonstrating significant financial need. Interested applicants are encouraged to inquire during the application process.
Living Accommodation
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Housing Arrangements: Participants will be accommodated in private households on Nesodden, fostering a supportive and community-like environment. The program will assist in locating affordable accommodation options to meet your needs.
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Cost of Housing: Rent for accommodations is expected to be between €400 and €700 per month, providing you with a comfortable and welcoming home base during your time in the program.
Participation Commitment
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Program Duration: The programme spans three intensive months, from September to December 2025, requiring full commitment and active participation. Participants are expected to engage fully in all scheduled workshops, activities, and group sessions.
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Attendance: Regular attendance is crucial for fostering a supportive and cohesive group dynamic. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions and should notify organizers in advance if they are unable to attend.
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Self-Practice Period: Following the immersive learning experience, participants will engage in a six-month self-practice period from January to June 2026 to apply their learnings in local contexts. This period includes coaching sessions, which may incur additional costs, along with regular reflections and check-ins with program facilitators.
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Final Module and Graduation: In June 2026, participants will attend a final module culminating in graduation and certification. This exciting event provides an opportunity to celebrate your achievements and share your learning journey with the community.
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Community Contribution: Upon completion of the program, graduates are encouraged to contribute to their communities through workshops, mentorship, or creative projects, reinforcing the ongoing commitment to personal and communal growth.
Application Process
Interested individuals are invited to submit an application detailing their motivations for joining the programme, relevant experiences, and how they envision contributing to the community. Early applications are encouraged, especially for those seeking financial assistance or accommodation support.
We look forward to welcoming you to the HumanKind Leadership and Facilitation Programme and supporting you on your journey toward personal development and community engagement!
ABOUT THE VENUE
The HumanKind Coaching and Facilitation Programme will take place in Momoakademiet, located at Nesoddparken Kunst og Kulturnæringspark, a vibrant creative resource center in Nesodden. Established in 2009, Nesoddparken is home to around 60 cultural, social, and artistic entrepreneurs, offering approximately 2,200 square meters of dynamic office space, workshops, and studio areas, complemented by a beautiful 19-goal park.
Momoakademiet's dedicated 120 square meter studio features two spacious rooms designed for movement and creativity. This inspiring setting is surrounded by a vast green park and an ancient oak forest, which will be actively used during the training, enriching the learning experience and fostering a deep connection to nature.
QUESTIONS AND SCHEDULE A TALK
If you have any questions about the HumanKind Leadership and Facilitation Programme or would like to discuss your interests and aspirations in more detail, we encourage you to reach out!
Feel free reach out so we can reply by email or schedule a time to talk. We are happy to provide further insights into the programme, discuss financial arrangements, accommodation options, and address any other queries you may have.
Contact Information:
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We look forward to connecting with you!
Apply the latest by 1st of July 2025
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BE PART OF A UNIQUE JOURNEY!
Joining the HumanKind Leadership and Facilitation Programme at Momoakademiet means more than just participating in a transformative learning experience; it also means contributing to the evolution of a groundbreaking pilot program. As our first students, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of this innovative initiative.
This pilot programme is special in that it not only provides you with valuable skills and insights but also invites you to co-create the path forward. Your feedback, experiences, and insights will help us refine the curriculum, enhance our practices, and adapt the learning environment to meet the needs of future cohorts.
Together, we will explore new ways of facilitating growth, connection, and creativity, laying the groundwork for a programme that embodies the spirit of collaboration and inclusivity. Your participation will not only enrich your personal and professional journey but will also contribute to a legacy of positive change that reaches far beyond our time together.
Join us at Momoakademiet and be part of something truly special—an opportunity to not only learn but to leave a lasting impact on the growth and development of the HumanKind Leadership and Facilitation Programme.
Photos (most of them) are by Kristin Hammerås, kristin.hammeras@ gmail.com
Momoakademiet
The training programme is a pilot programme of Momoakademiet, an evolving academy for living presence and awarenessbased change, affiliated with the International Zen Coaching Academy. Momoakademiet is based in Nesodden outside Oslo, in Norway.
Zen Coaching
The international Zen Coaching Training is an acknowledged coaching school. The Humankind programme leads to certification in the international Zen Coaching Academy.
