We can do better than this.




For the past two centuries, economies have been built on driving industry and consumerism without enough thought given to how products are made and who and what gets hurt in the process. This path has accelerated dramatically in the past 60 years, during most people's single lifetime. The relentless drive for profits has led us to where we are today-- facing global crises related to pollution and degradation of our air, land, water, forests, ecosystems, and societies.

We believe today's problems are an opportunity to do things better. Evolution University is a social enterprise that offers training and consulting services for changemakers inspired to create products and services with net positive benefits to society and our planet.

To successfully build a brighter future, we need to reimagine the way we interact with one another and nature both locally and globally. In doing so, we can create ways of being that are much better for humanity and the planet than what we are experiencing now. The next decade is pivotal for evaluating, imagining, innovating, and implementing the changes.

"The problems that exist in the world today cannot be solved by the level of thinking that created them." - Albert Einstein


It's Time to Think Differently

Evolution University is changing paradigms for what we learn and how we lead to better our lives today and create the future we need and want. Our courses, coaching, and consulting services take you on inspiring journeys where you will discover more about yourself and your interconnectedness with the world. By integrating our unique frameworks and practices with developing core skills and competencies, you will be empowered to co-create and cultivate healthy organizations where people and the planet thrive while creating and delivering products and services.Our offerings are designed to be engaging, thought provoking, impact focused, and action oriented. We dive into the what, why, and importantly, how you can make positive change. Trainings are universal to all sectors and sizes and can be customized to meet specific needs.

Our Unique Approach

Developing the Mindsets and Skillsets for Sustainability

5 Essential Mindsets to EVOLVE our World

Our learning content is grounded in the 5 Essential Mindsets™ representing the core attitudes, beliefs, and skills that help us imagine and take action to #EvolveOurWorld: global, compassion, abundance, growth, and changemaker. The mindsets are developed within ourselves then manifested through actions in the outer environments. Cultivate the mindsets in our courses while developing the top job skills for today and the future. 

Sustainability as the Strategic Driver of Success

The EVOLVE Sustainability Framework™ takes the mystery out of how to get started and go further with sustainability initiatives. The beauty of the framework is that it works for organizations of all sizes and sectors and inspires imagination and action across all employees and stakeholders. This holistic approach enables sustainability to be embedded as the strategic driver of success, transforming organizations to be the highest versions of themselves.

Compassion-Centered Stakeholder Engagement

Connect with empathy and opening listening to discover ways to improve conditions and experiences with our Compassion-Centered Stakeholder Engagement™process. When you put compassion at the center of decision making, it naturally leads to optimal outcomes for people, planet, and prosperity. Dive deeper by asking the right questions such as: Does this action create a better world? What would GREAT look like? 

Global Community of Changemakers

Evolution U was born global attracting changemakers from over 50 countries across five continents, giving us the opportunity to connect and cross-pollinate ideas and knowledge in new and exciting ways. Our growing community is set up to bring together individuals, teams, organizations, and universities in ways that have never happened before!

Become a Sustainability Leader

Individuals

Ready yourself to lead and help solve today's social and environmental sustainability challenges. Next level your skill sets and make meaningful change.
  Sign up directly to join our global community, take our online courses and earn certificates that build your professional credentials.

  Set up a changemaker profile and access the sustainability-focused Evolution News and Resource Hub.

  Stay in the loop for webinars and special events.

Organizations

Get started and go further with sustainability initiatives. Build better brands, cultivate positive stakeholder experiences, and create value across the organization.
  Access online courses for individuals, teams, and enterprise levels. 

    Request facilitated workshops customized to meet organizational goals. 

    Engage our team of consulting professors to lead your organization through the EVOLVE Sustainability Framework and Learning Journeys. 

Higher Education

Transform higher education with our innovative and interdisciplinary EVOLVE Sustainability Framework and learning content aligned to the UN SDGs.
      Break down silos by integrating our interactive EVOLVE Sustainability eBook into courses across all degree programs. 

    Access learning content for semester courses, capstone projects, and campus-wide innovation sprints.

  Inquire about customizations and collaborations.
Earn a Certificate of Completion 

On-Demand Courses

Our courses and eBooks take you on a learning journey where you will discover how to be an inspiring leader, collaborator, innovator, and purpose-driven changemaker. On-demand courses can be enhanced with facilitated learning journeys that meet your group's specific needs. 

Facilitated Online Course

EARN A MASTERS LEVEL Certificate of Completion

The EVOLVE Sustainability Framework™ and Learning Journeys

Develop the top mindsets and skillsets for today and the future

Mindsets

  • Global
  • Compassion
  • Abundance
  • Growth
  • Changemaker

Skillsets

  • Systems thinking
  • Circular thinking
  • Futures thinking
  • Design thinking
  • Strategic thinking

We believe this one framework can change the world. On the surface it's simple, memorable. Dive in to discover it has no limits in how far you can take it to spark imagination and lead meaningful change. Ultimately it transforms the way organization think, act, and create by embedding sustainability into its DNA and as the driver of strategic success.

Workshops

Our unique workshops inspire greater connection to one another and our planet by blending ancient wisdom, nature's genius, scientific research, business strategy, and human compassion. Bring your teams together to build skills that improve performance, inspire creative thinking, and cultivate connection. Workshops can be virtual, in-person, and hybrid and make excellent additions to retreats, quarterly meetings, and conferences. Whether you are looking to develop skills internally or engage partners and collaborators, these workshops will make a lasting impact.

The Five Essential Mindsets for Sustainability Leaders

Green Teams for Better Businesses and a Better World

Indigenous Wisdom and the EVOLVE Sustainability Journey

Peacemakers and Changemakers

The Power of Heart-Centered Leadership

Purpose to Prosperity

The SDGs as a City Planning Tool

Climate Action Planning for Today and the Future

Climate Reality Project's "Truth in 10"

Coaching and Consulting

Joni Roberts, IMBA

As the Founder and Chief Evolution Officer of Evolution University, it's my joy to support people in their leadership and sustainability journeys. My career as an international entrepreneur, leadership and strategy professor, and creator of all things Evolution University, have given me a breadth of knowledge to work with while helping others be successful. 

Leadership Coaching

Be the change you want to see in the world is not a cliche, but exactly how change happens. Together, we will do a leadership assessment and work on building the inner skills and mindsets that translate into desirable outcomes. Coaching is grounded in courses and workshop materials, offering a multitude of pathways for professional development and success.

Consulting

Rather than traditional consulting methods of analysis and prescriptions, we provide the frameworks, practices, content, and facilitation that empower people within your organization to gain the skillsets and mindsets to solve problems imaginatively and effectively. From building better relationships and teams to undergoing organizational transformation for sustainability, we can help you achieve the results you are seeking.

"We are in the process of developing an evolving design of commerce where people and the planet thrive in the process of creating and consuming products and services. This requires different skillsets and ways of thinking and being than any other time in the history of humankind. We need to harvest the best of everything we know, undo the worst practices affecting people and the planet, and create a future that is brighter for everyone."
- Joni Roberts, Founder of Evolution University

What people are saying  

"Compassion is at the core for regenerative systems and social innovation. The Evolve Sustainability Framework helps me integrate compassion-based frameworks with systems thinking and design thinking approaches. I loved Joni's practical approach of having a project to understand stakeholder engagement, designing for future and resources such a biomimicry. I would recommend this course for individuals as well as professionals working in the same team/company to experience this course by Joni Roberts."
Jahnavi Mange, Sustainability & Regenerative Design Strategist, California 
"The series of workshops titled "Celebrations & Communications" was part of our institutional professional learning, with a focus on self-awareness to increase cohesion and build productive work relationships among staff. The series was beautifully curated and served to open dialog across the organization that has helped us improve both socially and in terms of our work product."
David Shulman, Ph.D., Deputy Executive Director for the Saylor Academy
"The MOREcompassion course is a brilliant, one-of-a-kind course! Thank you to the course coordinators and Evolution University for the knowledge you have imparted and motivation to be more compassionate. The course was well-structured and I loved the entertaining videos and book recommendations. I will be recommending this course with as many individuals I can!"
Banana Maharaja, Chemical Engineer, South Africa
"I love how Evolution University has set the foundation for its coursework with a BOLD INTENSION to develop organizational leaders in the skills of compassion, empathy, and mindfulness."
Chris Byers, Director of Finance and Investments at PS27 Ventures
"I had the pleasure of participating in the EVOLVE Sustainability Journey pilot program, and it was truly a transformative experience. The program provided a comprehensive and engaging approach to understanding and contributing to sustainability. From the very beginning, I was impressed by the well-structured curriculum, thoughtful discussions, and support from the facilitators. The EVOLVE Sustainability Journey wasn't just about theory; it was designed to empower participants to take action. The practical tools, resources, and action plans provided helped me translate newfound knowledge into tangible initiatives. It's truly a program that equips you with the skills and mindset needed to make a positive impact in your personal life, community, and beyond."
Joel Amani Mafigi, Co-Founder, Director at Unleashed (Potentials in Motion), Isingiro, Western Region, Uganda

We believe connection with others is a key success factor for taking on challenges and persevering. We have community built in to our school and our courses. 

UNITE TO ACT: ALIGN TO THE GLOBAL GOALS

Official Partner for the United Nations Global Goals

Evolution University is thrilled to be selected as a United Nations Foundation Global Goals Week Partner since 2023! We were chosen based on our alignment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) throughout our educational offerings and the appeal of the EVOLVE Sustainability Framework and Learning Journeys to help achieve these goals. 

We are counting on you to join us by coming together to cultivate ideas, identify solutions, and take action to solve a wide range of complex global problems from inequality to climate change. Become a member of Evolution University to access resources and stay on top of the latest updates and events we are leading for Global Goals Week and throughout the year.
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