GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / ACCESS Newswire / July 14, 2025 / Anelia Uzunova, a globally recognised thought leader, transformation architect, and international speaker on leadership and personal transformation, was invited as a guest expert by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) in collaboration with the University for Peace (UPEACE) to lead a special session titled "Leading from Within: The Inner Path to Outer Impact."

Held as part of the UNITAR-UPEACE Coaching Series for International Careers, the three-hour interactive session brought together a curated global cohort of master's students and early career professionals committed to driving impactful, purpose-led change in the international sector.

At the heart of the session, Uzunova introduced her proprietary RISE Inner Leadership Method™, a four-stage cyclical framework designed to guide mission-driven leaders through the inner transformation needed for sustainable external impact.

"We are facing a global crisis of consciousness. Leadership models must evolve," Uzunova shared during the session. "The future belongs to those who lead from within."

Her RISE methodology - Root, Ignite, Surrender, Embody - provides a structured yet human-centric roadmap for high-performing individuals to navigate ambiguity, reclaim energy, and step into aligned leadership with courage and confidence:

• Root - Cultivate stability through nervous system regulation and radical self-honesty

• Ignite - Reclaim power from the inner critic and set intentional boundaries

• Surrender - Embrace the unknown and lead through uncertainty and imperfect information

• Embody - Integrate alignment, consistency, and presence as a leadership way of being

UNITAR praised Uzunova's session for its depth, resonance and practical value."This wasn't just another workshop; it stood out for its depth and delivery. Many participants felt it marked the beginning of a personal journey of self-reflection and inner development," shared UNITAR representatives, who also noted her ability to create a space that was both reflective and energising. Participant feedback echoed these sentiments, highlighting the lasting personal and professional impact of the session.

About Anelia Uzunova

Born in Bulgaria and shaped by global experience across Switzerland, the U.S., and the U.K., Anelia Uzunova brings 15 years of insight from corporate, entrepreneurial, and leadership ecosystems. She has an MBA from INSEAD and Executive Masters in Global Leadership conferred by the World Economic Forum in partnership with leading global business schools. Through her frameworks and speaking engagements, she continues to work with mission-driven organisations, educational institutions and global summits to reshape the future of leadership.

To book Anelia for keynote speaking or global engagements:

Anelia Uzunova
London, England, United Kingdom
www.aneliauzunova.com
anelia@aneliauzunova.co
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Photographer: Lorena Sturlese

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