S3.C20. When Collaborators Awaken

Real Life Discussion - Documentary -

CHAPTER I . Indonesia - Jogjakarta

"Some of my friends and their kids are interested to join the Global Citizen program – so, what’s next?" asked Silvia from JogJag.

This simple but important question sparked a broader and deeply productive discussion on the current progress of the program, the support system in place, and the next steps required to onboard interested participants smoothly.

From Team FD, both Cloudy and DAV79 joined the conversation to walk through the ecosystem that has been steadily built over the past few months. Their discussion not only covered the “what next” but also provided a roadmap for future collaborators like Silvia and her network in Jogjakarta.

Silvia was already a step ahead—proactively sharing her efforts through Instagram and reaching out to her network across Indonesia to spark interest and build momentum.

I had DMs from educators , parents and some of my friends who want to improve their mindset and improve their capabilities at work. Both Cloudy and DAV79 was super impressed at the enthusaism adn proactive approach.

OK so this is what we will do next… Let’s try to get you the essential on boarding plan.

1. For the Learning Space -

Immediate Next Steps for Interested Kids & Parents

• Interested kids start with a simple level-1 challenge (e.g., reading a short story and sharing their thoughts), which helps gauge their language and mindset readiness.

Here is the on-boarding process for “A STORY A NIGHT”

• If confident, they can immediately be placed into live Saturday sessions to experience the Global Citizen program in real time.

Here is the on-boarding process for the GLOBAL CITIZEN at the “EXPO”

• Parents will be invited to an orientation call to understand the program philosophy, expected commitment, and how their kids can benefit.

• If they believe the kids have a higher calibre, we can place them directly on the Saturday Session on the Expo.

• To deepen her understanding and connection with the community, Silvia will also be invited to join the TLS program as a Guest Speaker—giving her firsthand experience of the program's energy, audience, and impact.

2. For the Educators and Parents

- How Educators Can Join In

• Educators who responded to Silvia’s post will be invited to an introductory Zoom session.

• The team will conduct short interviews with interested educators to identify their current challenges and propose tailored support (including building school-specific LMS or DIY training modules).

• Eventually, educators can be part of a regional educator forum, where practical teaching innovations will be co-developed to support mindset formations.

• We’ll also provide regular training for educators, equipping them with practical tools, innovative teaching strategies, and engagement techniques they can apply directly in their classrooms.

• Please ask them to read and post their comments.

- Engagement Through Super Parents

• A monthly challenge is designed for parents, encouraging reflection and deeper involvement in their child’s learning. The challenge will need to be done with the kids.

• The next Super Parents Forum will take place on June 1, and Silvia will be invited as a speaker to share her journey and observations from the field.

• Let’s also actively involve the parents—if needed, we can arrange a brief orientation session to walk them through the program. They’re also welcome to sit in on a TLS session to get a firsthand feel of the learning environment and approach 0r we can run something separate for them.

• Let’s try to get as many as parents who are interested and who have questions on raising future thinkers.

  3. For Project ∞ - 20 - 25 Years old

- How Can Students Join In - we have the next season starting MAY 30

Please invite students who are curious about how businesses operate—and why some succeed while others fail. This will give them valuable insights into real-world dynamics and critical thinking around business strategy.

JUNE 7 WAR ROOM - where we will be discussing why some of the business fail and what lessons we can learn from there.

- How can Working Professionals Collaborate :

Invite them to participate and help navigate the nature of discussion.

A. MAY 20 CLOSURE SESSION - invite professionals in the industry to sit in and review.

B. JUN7 - WAR ROOM

In conclusion, this discussion not only clarified the immediate next steps for engaging students, parents, and educators, but also reinforced the collaborative spirit at the heart of our Global Citizen and TLS programs.

DAV79 recommended Silvia to get her team members to join in on the war room. He also shared with her the planning for the next few months.

Collaborative Role of Silvia

• Silvia will act as a local connector and community builder in Jogjakarta.

• She is also invited to be part of the planning and meeting in the initiatives in the next few months

• She will continue to read , share Substack posts, repost content, and comment to increase engagement and visibility - she was also invited to join in on the weekly planning calls. Currently the meeting is planned every Monday 8 pm singapore time

• DAV79 proposed to arrange a meet up early Jun in KL.

With Silvia’s initiative and Team FDs guidance, we are well-positioned to expand our reach in Jogjakarta and beyond. By aligning local efforts with a global framework, we’re building an ecosystem where learning, mindset transformation, and community involvement go hand in hand. The journey ahead is exciting—and we’re ready to grow it, one conversation and connection at a time.

CHAPTER II . India

It began with a quiet check-in.

After weeks of travel through remote mountain regions and bouts of illness, Babu Mathew finally reconnected with DAV79 and the Fundamental Decisions team. His voice was calm, but his schedule was anything but. From delivering mental health support across university campuses to conducting assessments in tribal regions, Babu was knee-deep in human complexities.

The Fundamental Decisions (FD) ecosystem has been steadily expanding its impact across Asia, with a strong focus on mindset education, youth-led learning, and community-rooted transformation. In this recent strategic conversation, Babu Mathew, a mental health specialist deeply involved in college counseling and trauma care, was evaluated for potential alignment with FD’s broader mission.

But something clicked during that call.

DAV79 didn’t just update Babu on progress—they extended an invitation. “Why don’t you join one of our Saturday TLS sessions?” he asked. “Maybe talk about Emotional Intelligence. It aligns with your work.”

This wasn’t just an invite to speak. It was a chance to test the waters—to see if Babu and hist team’s ground-level trauma insights and FD’s global mindset-building vision could co-create something enduring.

As they explored together, a bigger picture emerged:

• Babu could help co- train teachers in schools

• He could guide vulnerable youth in tribal communities toward clarity and resilience through the Global Citizen Program

• He could also be part of the research experiments and discussion with parents—where healing often begins.

The alignment was more than operational. It was philosophical. FD believed in cultivating young changemakers. Babu believed in nurturing those who’d been broken before they knew they could be whole.

So, the journey began. Not as a formal partnership yet, but as an unfolding experiment. One guest session, one parent challenge, one educator conversation at a time.

“Most of the student issues I see in counseling aren’t psychiatric. They’re rooted in parenting.” — Babu Mathew

Initial Point of Contact

Babu’s re-entry into the dialogue with DAV79 marked the beginning of an exploratory phase. Despite his busy travel schedule and health issues, he was receptive to understanding FD’s approach.

The team, in turn, extended an invitation for Babu to participate in one of their TLS (The Learning Space) sessions as a guest speaker—focusing on emotional intelligence and also join in the June 01 Parent Forum.

DAV79 concluded with one final request:"We’re about to launch the next cohort of the Hack A Business program—an interactive, 4-week online journey with just 1.5 hours of engagement per week, starting May 30. It would be wonderful if you could help spread the word and encourage more students to sign up."

Within our research network and broader ecosystem, we collaborate with a diverse array of specialists—ranging from fingerprint analysts and enrichment center facilitators to counselors, psychologists, and energy practitioners. Based on the specific nature of an individual’s questions or challenges, we ensure they’re connected to the most appropriate expert for meaningful support. Babu and his team, with their deep expertise in emotional healing, are well-positioned to contribute to this international ecosystem and extend their impact across borders.

This initial interaction served both as a gesture of trust and a practical entry point for assessing collaboration.