The keynote presented groundbreaking findings from recent research projects examining school leadership in IB schools in Japan. How do cultural values shape leadership approaches in these unique educational contexts? What are the challenges and opportunities that school leaders in Japan face as they implement the IB's educational philosophies? Learn from real-world case studies and gain insights that are relevant to IB schools around the world. This session will be especially valuable for those interested in how global educational models intersect with local contexts.