“Empathy is an absolutely crucial issue of our time. This is what sensitises us to the reality and well-being of others. If we are sensitive…
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Instructors volunteer to “Help score the symphony of Childhood” Inspirational words from Mary Gordon, the Founder and President of Roots of Empathy about the importance...
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Statement by Mary Gordon, Roots of Empathy Founder/President Our Canadian offices, virtual and head office, will be closed Friday September 30th, the National Day for...
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By Roots of Empathy Manager of Research, Emily Standfield Roots of Empathy is committed to delivering empathy programs that children and teachers tell us work....
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Roots of Empathy in Canada, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand shares in the sadness of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, Elizabeth II….
As we start another school year with the backdrop of the pandemic, we hear in the news a strong focus on a "gap" children will...
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By Heather Sargeant Director of Marketing and Communications, with contributions from Roots of Empathy staff The United Nations states that, “Bullying affects a high percentage...
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If you are – you are not alone. Research from the Ontario Teacher’s Federation indicates overwhelming concern - 89% of educators and 83% of parents...
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Play Video Hello, I’m Mary Gordon and I’d like to tell you the story of what’s happened to our programming and our organization during this...
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We asked children to send us 21 wishes for the world for 2021. Here's what they said, published each of the 21 days before 2021....
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