“There can be no disruption unless it’s respectful and co-constructed.”
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International Education Development: Chris's extensive background in guiding organizations to adopt international education good practices demonstrates her commitment to global learning.
Justice and Advocacy in Education: Her involvement in justice within the educational space points to a deep interest in promoting fair and equitable practices in learning institutions worldwide.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): With numerous accolades in DEI, Chris has shown a sustained commitment to these critical aspects within both education and corporate environments.
Intercultural Learning and Instruction: Her specialization in intercultural learning indicates a passion for cultural exchange and the enhancement of learning through diverse perspectives.
Community Organizing and Action-Based Approaches: Chris’s efforts in community organizing suggest a focus on grassroots movements and the mobilization of communities for educational and social justice.
Black Interculturalism: By centering black interculturalism in her work, Chris highlights an interest in the intersection of black identity with intercultural education and advocacy.
Respectful Disruption & Innovative Leadership: The founding of the Global Respectful Disruption Summit underscores her role in leading innovative thought and challenging traditional norms in a constructive manner.
IDEA Consultancy: Working with Be Equitable as an IDEA Consultant reflects her engagement with diversity and inclusion at a strategic and advisory level in various organizations.
Publication and Scholarly Contribution: Chris's contributions to literature on intercultural and diversity topics illustrate her dedication to thought leadership and academic discourse.
Climate Justice: Her participation in climate justice working groups indicates an interest in the intersection of environmental issues with education and equity.
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Christina 'Chris' Thompson (she/her/hers) is a distinguished figure in global education, justice, and the practice of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her most recent accolades include the esteemed Go Abroad Awards for Innovation in Diversity (2022), being a finalist for the London PIE Awards for Innovation in Diversity (2022), and receiving the 2021 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advocate in International Education award from NAFSA Region 7. Over the years, Chris's exceptional contributions to her field have been recognized and celebrated through numerous awards and recognitions.
As the founder of Compear Global Education Network, Chris brings over 16 years of expertise in guiding organizations to adopt best practices in international education, justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as intercultural instruction.
In addition to her work with Compear, Chris is also the founder of the annual Global Respectful Disruption Summit, organized in partnership with Goabroad.com. This event serves as a platform for thought leaders from all over the world to discuss and promote innovative strategies for respectful disruption in various fields.
Chris's work is characterized by her specialization in intercultural learning, diversity, equity, and inclusion, her commitment to community organizing, and her intentional action-based approach. She is known for her efforts in centering black interculturalism within her work, and she is a pioneer in the field of respectful disruption leadership pedagogy. Her innovative and inclusive approach has made her a respected leader and advocate in her field.
In addition to her work with Compear, she serves as an IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility) Consultant with Be Equitable. This mid-size firm partners with top institutions and businesses from all over the globe supporting their IDEA journey. Prior to this role, Christina served as Director of Partnership Development and Diversity Initiatives at Barcelona SAE, where she pioneered new award-winning diversity and inclusion initiatives and has led Education Abroad and International Students Scholars Services Programming campus offices as Director for more than 15 years.
Christina is a published and contributing author on intercultural and diversity topics, including most recently co-authoring an article called, The Power of the Community Pact, 7 Actions for Inclusive Hiring, contributing writer in the book, Like a Fish in Water: How to Grow Abroad when you go Abroad, by Rich Kurtzman. She also co-authored article on “Innovative interventions on-site through intercultural training to address health, safety and security concerns of diverse students abroad” in The Global Impact Exchange with Diversity Abroad and more.
As a NAFSA member and leader, serving as chair of the EAKC Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Subcommittee, Christina is a regular contributor to the FORUM on Education Abroad and CAINE’s Climate Justice Working groups, a NAFSA mentor, and a frequently invited speaker for WISE, NAFSA, Diversity Abroad, and FORUM Conferences.
Christina holds a MA in Liberal Arts from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a concentration in Global Studies and is currently a doctoral student studying disruptive leadership practices in global spaces. She has dedicated her life’s work to helping countless individuals pursue intercultural experiences and thrive in diverse environments. goes here