Paul Atkins

Paul Atkins is a prominent figure in the fields of facilitation, research, and community development, currently based in Sydney, Australia. He is the co-founder of ProSocial World, an organization dedicated to fostering collaboration and addressing community issues through innovative methods. His work emphasizes enhancing emotional self-regulation and perspective-taking to create solutions that align with diverse community needs and values.

Professional Background

• Co-founder, ProSocial World (September 2020 - Present): Focuses on evolving social structures to benefit all members of society through research and community engagement.
• Director, Prosocial Institute (January 2016 - December 2020): Developed training programs aimed at enhancing cooperation across various groups.
• Senior Research Fellow, Australian Catholic University (January 2015 - December 2019): Researched mindfulness in relationships and conflict management.
• Associate Professor, Australian National University (January 2006 - December 2014): Taught organizational behavior and public sector leadership while researching mindfulness in the workplace.

Research Interests

Atkins has a strong interest in:

• Communication strategies
• Conflict resolution
• Psychological flexibility
• Enhancing well-being through mindfulness practices

Current Goals

For 2024, he aims to develop a self-paced course on ProSocial methods and create content focused on adult development to foster trust in collaborations.

Paul Atkins's contributions reflect a commitment to improving community dynamics and individual well-being through collaborative practices and research-driven insights.