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Superdiversity: How International Children Become Bridge Builders in a Fragmented World

In today’s globally mobile world, some families find themselves navigating a social reality far richer and more complex than anything they have imagined. Their children attend international schools or integrate into local systems, learning to switch languages mid-sentence and pick up subtle cues from cultures that aren't their own. These...
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10 Questions to Ask While Exploring a Global Move

“Could Singapore be our next home?” Kenji Moriyama looks out the window of their Munich apartment, watching the autumn leaves flutter outside. He and Anna have been back and forth with the offer from Kenji’s company, relocating to Singapore for a three- to five-year assignment. It’s exciting, promising, and also...
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What No One Tells You About Repatriation

When the Kim family landed in South Korea after six years in the Netherlands, they expected the transition to feel smooth. They had planned well, prepared their children, and returned to the same neighborhood where Jiho grew up. Relatives welcomed them with open arms. The move was, in many ways,...
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“I Want to Leave:” When the Honeymoon Ends and Culture Shock Sets In

When the Rivera Family moved from Costa Rica to the UAE in July, they knew there would be an adjustment period. The heat hit them like a wall the moment they stepped off the plane, and the first few weeks were filled with confusion and trial-and-error. Grocery store aisles were...
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What Type of Global Parent Are You?

Picture this: You’ve just picked up your child from their new international school. They slam the car door, toss their backpack to the floor, and mutter “I hate it here.” When you ask what happened, they shrug and stare out the window. After a long pause, they add, “No one...
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Behind the Smiles: The Hidden Struggles of Global Kids Facing Bullying

Kento, an eleven-year-old from Tokyo, had always been cheerful and adaptable. Four months ago, when his family relocated to the UK for his father’s job, he was curious and hopeful about making new friends at his international school. However, over the last few weeks, his demeanor shifted. He stopped talking...
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When Moving Backwards Is Part of Moving Forward: Understanding Developmental Regression in Global Transition

Six-year-old Lucas had been dry at night for nearly three years. His parents had stopped worrying about bedwetting long ago—until recently. As their international move from Switzerland to Canada crept closer, Lucas started having nighttime accidents again. At first, his parents chalked it up to too much juice before bed,...
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Holidays Abroad: Balancing Heartache and Adventure in a New Culture

The holidays were fast approaching. The Sørensen family had moved to Singapore in the middle of summer, but the continued humid air and glowing city lights felt incredibly odd as months went by. While they had started settling into their new lives, they were regularly reminded of how far removed...
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Family Adventures: Ensuring a Successful Pre-Assignment Trip Together

The decision is made, or it is close to being made. You are relocating internationally to take on a new position, and you are now in full preparation mode. There’s a mix of excitement and apprehension for what lies ahead. To help you prepare, your company has generously offered you...
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