Our story
Inspiring, empowering and connecting nuclear
professionals worldwide since 2003
Fostering nuclear leadership excellence: Operational model and WNU story
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Since 2003, World Nuclear University has inspired, empowered, and connected nuclear professionals worldwide. From our beginnings as an education-oriented organization, we have transformed to meet industry needs.
Now, we have grown to become one of the leading organizations in the nuclear leadership landscape, with a global network of over 1600 alumni from 96 countries and countless organizations across the industry.
World Nuclear University’s past, present, and future are forged by our commitment to excellence and the development of the nuclear industry. Our willingness to innovate has enabled us to develop high-quality leadership development programmes that equip nuclear leaders with the necessary knowledge and tools to drive the industry forward.
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Connect, Collaborate, Shape
Supporting the work of World Nuclear Association, World Nuclear University serves as a hub that brings together leaders and experts from diverse sectors of the nuclear industry.
This connection fosters collaboration, knowledge exchange, development of best practices, and the formation of joint positions that drive the industry forward.
Not-for-profit with a purpose
World Nuclear University, operating under World Nuclear Association, functions on a non-profit basis and is dedicated to advancing leadership in the nuclear sector.
Our mission is to inspire and develop the competencies of future leaders in the nuclear industry by delivering innovative, world-class programmes and facilitating international partnerships to drive equity, inclusion and diversity of thought.
Embracing a cost recovery model, we ensure the sustainability of our initiatives while remaining committed to our ethos.
Tuition and industry cooperation dependence
Our leadership development programmes are designed to welcome all eligible individuals working in the nuclear industry.
Our tuition fees are structured to cover the implementation costs.
Industry cooperation plays a crucial role in shaping our courses' content, effectiveness, and implementation. This collaborative approach ensures that our programmes are not only relevant but also reflective of the dynamic needs of the nuclear industry.
Leadership in action: Our People
The driving force behind World Nuclear University's initiatives is the Leadership and Capacity Development Department of World Nuclear Association.
Committed to excellence, this department works tirelessly to craft and deliver programmes that empower individuals to become effective leaders in the nuclear domain.
Isis Leslie
Head of Department, Leadership and Capacity Development
Raquel Heredia
Programme Lead, Leadership and Capacity Development
Karyna Zamani
Supporting Programme Lead, Leadership and Capacity Development
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