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If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence, there are resources and support systems available in your community through the Alberta government. You can find more information and access support services here.

Roots of Empathy was founded to break intergenerational cycles of violence. See our Founder explain at a HundrED event.

Independent research has found that children in the Roots of Empathy program experience:

  • An increase in prosocial behaviours (E.g., sharing, helping, and including)
  • An increase in empathy
  • A decrease in aggressive behaviours, including bullying

What can Roots of Empathy teach the world?

“Roots of Empathy can teach the world to love one another.”

– Grade 1 Student, Medicine Hat

Consider these compelling statistics that underscore the connection between Roots of Empathy and positive mental health and wellbeing:

  • 84% of students: Reported that their Roots of Empathy baby helped them to understand that they have the right to be loved.
  • 93% of teachers: Agreed or strongly agreed that the Roots of Empathy program supported students’ mental health and wellbeing.
  • 96% of parents: Agreed or strongly agreed that, thanks to Roots of Empathy, they feel more valued as a parent.

(Latest Alberta APE stats updated January 2024)

Alberta Children’s Art 

To learn more about our Alberta programming, contact: 

 

Laurie Morin, Provincial Manager, Alberta

lmorin@rootsofempathy.org

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