Canary Islands Workshop on Emotional Health in Schools

Overview

On February 12, 2026, the Canary Islands' Education Department announced a formal cooperation with Fundación CajaCanarias to organize a series of three-day workshops focused on emotional health in schools.

Details of the Initiative

• These jornadas are scheduled for late February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
• The aim is to raise awareness about mental health’s role in positive classroom environments.
• The workshops will equip educators and students with practical skills to foster wellbeing.

Topics Covered

• Managing conflicts
• Preventing bullying and cyberbullying
• Promoting digital health
• Addressing issues like suicide risk and emotional diversity

Partnership and Funding

• The partnership combines public authority support with Fundación CajaCanarias’s resources.
• Costs are shared up to 45,000 euros to ensure accessibility and high-quality content.

Importance and Goals

"This initiative matters because it prioritizes mental health as an essential pillar in educational success, especially crucial during times when youth mental health challenges are rising globally."

• The workshops will feature expert speakers, interactive sessions, and community engagement.
• Emphasis on prevention, emotional resilience, and digital citizenship.
• Ultimately, the initiative aims to contribute to a healthier, more inclusive school climate across the archipelago.