Events Register for an upcoming event or browse past events here. Upcoming Events On hearing the cries of the world Thursday, 21st November 2024 How do we respond to our own reactions as world events continue to alarm us? How can we work with... Could your idea spark social change? Thursday, 28th November 2024 Business schools and investment programs around the world are key to unlocking transformative social change. Why? Because what they choose... Discover the freeing power of forgiveness Saturday, 14th December 2024 When we practice forgiveness - on ourselves or others - we give ourselves the chance to let go of the... Using social media as a tool to unite Thursday, 30th January 2025 We hear a great deal about how divisive social media can be. And it’s true - algorithms are deliberately designed... External Events World Happiness Fest Latin America 2024 Friday, 22nd November 2024 World Happiness Foundation Annual Research Update Thursday, 28th November 2024 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation « Back Mindfulness: Teaching in the Workplace – Information Session Friday Friday, 29th November 2024 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation Introducing Mindfulness Saturday, 30th November 2024 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation Information Session – Teach Tuesday, 3rd December 2024 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation Information Session – Learn Thursday, 5th December 2024 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation Mindfulness for Life Thursday, 5th December 2024 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation Branch Training: Teaching the Finding Peace in a Frantic World Curriculum Saturday, 7th December 2024 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation Cultivating Compassion in Challenging Times with River Wolton Tuesday, 10th December 2024 The Mindfulness Network Compassion: Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Retreat (in-person) Thursday, 9th January 2025 The Mindfulness Network Branch Training: Train to Teach the Introducing Mindfulness Course – 1 day Teacher Training Friday, 17th January 2025 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation For a New Beginning: An online silent retreat day with Erik van den Brink, co-founder of MBCL Sunday, 19th January 2025 The Mindfulness Network Train to Introduce Mindfulness Sunday, 26th January 2025 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation Mindfulness: Teaching in the Workplace Friday, 21st February 2025 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation World Happiness Fest Europe 2025 Friday, 14th March 2025 World Happiness Foundation World Happiness Fest North America 2025 Thursday, 20th March 2025 World Happiness Foundation Retreat: Deepening and Extending the Foundations of Mindfulness with Four Friends for Life – an international online retreat with Frits Koster Tuesday, 29th April 2025 The Mindfulness Network Past Events Messages of Kindness Wednesday, 13th November 2024 Kindness is a powerful and essential ingredient of compassionate action. Even a small gesture with the intent to bring ease,... Aquietar Wednesday, 6th November 2024 Acompáñanos a conversar con las fundadoras de Aquietar, un centro creado por cuatro amigas para aprender a vivir en el... How do we get the leaders we want? Wednesday, 16th October 2024 Worldwide, democracy and political leadership is at a crossroads. Faced with rises like climate change, inequality, and war, some nations... US Elections: Can We Talk? Thursday, 3rd October 2024 Emotions are high, language is divisive. Everyone is talking about the elections - but can we have a calm, open... Unmasking Trauma Tuesday, 24th September 2024 So many of us are carrying trauma - whether caused by a severe, one-off event or chronic experiences we’ve been... The importance of creative expression Thursday, 19th September 2024 Recent statistics reveal that men are less likely to seek help for mental health issues, and suicide rates among men... The healthy side effects of kindness Thursday, 12th September 2024 Join Dr. David R. Hamilton for a talk on how experiences of kindness impact mental and physical health. You'll learn... Training Launch: 7 Steps To Compassionate Living Wednesday, 11th September 2024 Join our Head of Training Maria Paula Jimenez and guests for a very special event - the launch of our... A Personalized Approach to Self-Compassion Thursday, 29th August 2024 The research literature suggests that self-compassion is virtually always helpful in fostering well-being, compassion toward others, and other positive results.... I wish I had learnt this at school… Sunday, 25th August 2024 If we wish to pass on a story of hope and resilience, rather than one of despair and catastrophe, we... Humanity’s greatest hope Thursday, 22nd August 2024 The challenges facing humanity cannot be solved by one group or nation alone. They require cooperation and collaboration across borders,... Meditadores Nómadas Tuesday, 20th August 2024 Acompáñanos en esta charla con nuestro invitado especial Miguel Riutort, quien nos compartirá sobre su iniciativa Meditadores Nómadas enfocada a... Helping kids be smart about smartphones & social media Thursday, 25th July 2024 Nearly every parent and teacher will tell you that one of their biggest anxieties is about how to manage their... Why equality matters for social cohesion Thursday, 18th July 2024 In this presentation Richard Wilkinson, Professor Emeritus of Social Epidemiology at the University of Nottingham Medical School, will explore the... Self-Compassion for Shame Thursday, 27th June 2024 Join Mindful Self-Compassion teachers Jorge Armesto and Maria Paula Jimenez in this very unique offering. This practice of self-compassion for... Can business be humane? Thursday, 20th June 2024 In this talk, university professor, business consultant, and author of the book "The Art of Compassionate Business", Bruno Cignacco, and... The Power of Forgiveness Thursday, 13th June 2024 Forgiveness has massive transformative potential. Join us for an insightful exploration led by Neelama Eyres, Co-Founder of Applied Compassion Training... The Transformational Power of Male Compassion Wednesday, 12th June 2024 Join the Men and Boys Compassion Initiative (MBCI) as we co-create an international movement to help men and boys cultivate... Cómo Abrazar una Nueva Vida Thursday, 6th June 2024 Acompáñanos en esta charla con nuestra invitada Eva del Águila, a conocer sobre su experiencia liderando el Centro día para... What is Compassionate Education? Thursday, 30th May 2024 Across the world a new framework for education is emerging based on the principals of compassion. Seen as a shift... Practical Mindfulness Thursday, 16th May 2024 Practical Mindfulness is a straightforward guide to making mindfulness a natural and beneficial part of your day. In this session,... Is there a path to peace for Israel-Palestine? Tuesday, 14th May 2024 We are joined by best-selling author and award-winning journalist Sandy Tolan and award-winning leadership consultant and best-selling author Kawtar El... Resiliencia Poética Thursday, 25th April 2024 Acompáñanos en este mini taller con la autora, psicóloga clínica y facilitadora en compasión Berta Fernández Méndez. Este evento extraordinario... Eco-affinity Tuesday, 23rd April 2024 We are Mother Earth and Mother Earth is us. When we are disconnected from this relationship and out of balance... Cultivating Compassion Monday, 22nd April 2024 Join us to explore the meaning, cultivation and practical application of compassion from both Buddhist and Christian perspectives. In this... Empathy, Polarization & Artificial Intelligence Thursday, 18th April 2024 Join us for a rich conversation between two experts in artificial intelligence and ethics. They'll examine the intricate connections between... Comunicación No Violenta: Monday, 1st April 2024 ¿SABIAS QUE LA VIOLENCIA QUE HACE MÁS DAÑO SUELE SER INVISIBLE A NUESTROS OJOS? Acompáñanos a aprender más sobre el... What makes a thriving community? Thursday, 21st March 2024 All the evidence tells us that having a welcoming, inclusive, and connected community is vital to our wellbeing and happiness.... Cultivating Aliveness Saturday, 16th March 2024 Learn the fundamentals of living with vitality with storyteller, teacher, and spiritual activist, Fabiana Fondevila. During this 90-minute workshop, we... Leaders eat last but breathe first Thursday, 14th March 2024 Who is taking care of our caretakers? As mindfulness and self-care practices are finding their place in education, educators need... Women Peace & Politics Friday, 8th March 2024 In celebration of International Women's Day, we'll be hosting a conversation with four incredible women who have been on the... Target 1.5 degrees: What are the barriers? Wednesday, 28th February 2024 In early February, scientists at the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service released findings which showed that temperatures across the... Encontrando la Luz en los Momentos más Difíciles Friday, 23rd February 2024 Acompáñanos a conversar con María Fernanda Porcelli, terapeuta de pacientes con cáncer, instructora de compasión y sobreviviente de cáncer. Tendremos... Opening awareness Tuesday, 20th February 2024 With the avalanche of information coming at us every day, closing down our minds and hearts seems to be the... Surfing not sinking at work Sunday, 18th February 2024 In this 3-hour workshop, we will explore what it takes to help shape our workplaces in ways that help us... Surfing not sinking when living with pain and chronic health conditions Saturday, 17th February 2024 There is an epidemic of chronic health conditions plaguing modern society. Globally, as many as 1 in 5 experience chronic... The Transformative Power of Self-Compassion Wednesday, 14th February 2024 Valentine's Day is widely celebrated as a day of love shared with others. This year, we invite you to consider... Managing Pain & Illness with Compassion Wednesday, 31st January 2024 Navigating the complexities of chronic illness, which affects 1 in 3 adults globally, can be challenging. However, there is a... Compassionate Politics Thursday, 11th January 2024 Across the world, democracy is in retreat. In many nations, far-right populist leaders are gaining ground while everywhere elections are... Improving mental health for youth Wednesday, 10th January 2024 Globally, youth mental health is an urgent public health issue, with alarming upward trends in child and adolescent anxiety and... Strong hearts for turbulent times Thursday, 28th December 2023 The New Year is the perfect time to focus on our values and goals. As many of us take a... Living a life of vibrant aliveness Tuesday, 19th December 2023 Join Argentine author and activist Fabiana Fondevila as she discusses with GCC President Dr. Rick Hanson how living a life... El Poder de los Vecindarios Compasivos Friday, 15th December 2023 Vecindarios Compasivo: Pequeños gestos, grandes ondas! Te invitamos a compartir con diferentes líderes creadores de Vecindarios Compasivos en España. Los... Balancing energy and rest for the holidays Tuesday, 12th December 2023 Where can we find some rest during this busy holiday season, and how can use our energy more wisely from... How can compassion change societies? Tuesday, 28th November 2023 We know that compassion can have a transformative impact on individuals. And increasingly we're seeing how compassion can be used... Moving through climate anxiety using the seven homecomings Monday, 27th November 2023 During our time together, Zac will guide us through the 7 Homecomings – a meditation practice developed by Lama Rod... The role of compassion in the climate crisis Wednesday, 22nd November 2023 Join the Global Compassion Coalition for an enlightening online discussion on the role of compassion in the climate crisis. In... The strong heart: Compassion amidst grievances, vengeance, and war Thursday, 16th November 2023 Join us for an enlightening conversation between Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi and GCC President Rick Hanson. Throughout history and in the... Compassionate leadership Wednesday, 8th November 2023 Join us for an inspiring conversation on the future of leadership. In this event our speaker, Marguerite Callaway, will share... Compasión en medio del caos Wednesday, 8th November 2023 Los últimos eventos en Israel y Gaza ha desatado un mundo de dolor que puede ser muy difícil de presenciar.... A future we can love Thursday, 2nd November 2023 GCC President, Dr. Rick Hanson is joined by Susan Bauer-Wu, President of the Mind & Life Institute and author of... Mindfulness for kids & teens Monday, 30th October 2023 GCC President Dr. Rick Hanson is joined by Teen mental health education advocate Adam Avin who created the Wuf Shanti... Transforming Healthcare through Compassion Wednesday, 25th October 2023 The panel discussion will focus on how we can create hope for healthcare through compassion at a time when healthcare... The protective power of compassion in turbulent times Tuesday, 24th October 2023 GCC Founder, Dr. Rick Hanson is joined by Dr. Marcela Matos, a clinical psychologist, and auxiliary researcher at the University... Compassion amidst the chaos Friday, 20th October 2023 The latest escalation of hostilities in Gaza and Israel has unleashed a world of pain which can be very difficult... Launch of Compassion Corps Wednesday, 18th October 2023 Compassion Corps program creator Margaret Cullen will be talking with Rick Hanson about this exciting initiative that is now part... How we banned the bomb Thursday, 28th September 2023 On 7 July 2017 – following a decade of advocacy by the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) and... Peace is an Inside Job Thursday, 21st September 2023 Join Reggie Hubbard for an entertaining and enlightening look at simple tools to cultivate peace of mind in these unsettling... Día Internacional de Mindfulness con Eva Escolà Sala Tuesday, 12th September 2023 Práctica Las 5 Necesidades Básicas del Corazón Para cultivar la compasión, es preciso estar conectad@s con el corazón, algo que... 1.5 degrees of peace Tuesday, 5th September 2023 Join award-winning GenZ documentary filmmaker and founder of The Global Sunrise Project, Kasha Sequoia Slavner, in conversation with GCC President... AI and mental health Tuesday, 22nd August 2023 Over 150 million teens have sent over 10 billion messages using Snapchats My AI companion. Over the next year we’re... How to give and receive compassion Monday, 21st August 2023 Chris Germer, clinical psychologist and co-developer of the Mindful Self-Compassion program, shares with us a practice on giving and receiving... Decolonizing mindfulness Wednesday, 9th August 2023 Dr. Michael Yellow Bird and GCC President Rick Hanson discuss the topic of decolonizing mindfulness and using neuroscience research to... The healing power of compassion Thursday, 3rd August 2023 Join us as we bring together a neuroscientist, a professor and researcher, a monk, and a compassion trainer and author... Overcoming the barriers to meditation Wednesday, 26th July 2023 Anyone who meditates – or has tried to – will be familiar with a commonly experienced problem: the distracted mind.... A Heart-Centered Life Tuesday, 25th July 2023 Join us for a transformative dialogue with renowned South African activist and global leader Mamphela Ramphele and Jim Doty, founder... The best investment: Compassionate care for the youngest among us Monday, 17th July 2023 10,000 children die every day from hunger-related illnesses and globally more than 1 billion children live in poverty. This despite... Tapping into our five sense for increased happiness Wednesday, 12th July 2023 Join best-selling author Gretchen Rubin and GCC President Rick Hanson in conversation about how we can tap into our five... Cultivating curiosity Tuesday, 27th June 2023 Dr. Jud Brewer, New York Times best-selling author and thought leader in the field of habit change, shares the practice... Cultivating compassion for and from men and boys Wednesday, 14th June 2023 Men and boys are struggling with loneliness, isolation, anxiety, depression, and meaninglessness more than ever.The situation is dire.With our culture’s... The Trevor Project turns 25 Wednesday, 7th June 2023 Peggy Rajski (she/her) and Gina Muñoz (she/her) of The Trevor Project, and Rick Hanson (he/him), President of the Global Compassion... Loving-kindness toward ourselves Monday, 22nd May 2023 Leading spiritual teacher, Sharon Salzberg, joined us to share the practice of Lovingkindness for Ourselves, which is featured in her... Compassionate economics Wednesday, 17th May 2023 The 100 richest people on our planet have enough wealth to eradicate global poverty four times over. Something is wrong.... Taking in the good with Rick Hanson Tuesday, 25th April 2023 President and Founder of the Global Compassion Coalition, Rick Hanson, shares a practice focusing on taking in the good to... Making the shift Saturday, 22nd April 2023 For Earth Day 2023 we bring together a panel of activists, politicians, and researchers to look at the role that... #CompassionNow Saturday, 15th April 2023 Watch the recording of our launch event #CompassionNow. This half-day event explored how we can learn, practice, and organize to... Come home to who we are Tuesday, 28th February 2023 Kaira Jewel Lingo is a mindfulness teacher, author, and mentor. In this practice she helps us to move through the...
On hearing the cries of the world Thursday, 21st November 2024 How do we respond to our own reactions as world events continue to alarm us? How can we work with...
Could your idea spark social change? Thursday, 28th November 2024 Business schools and investment programs around the world are key to unlocking transformative social change. Why? Because what they choose...
Discover the freeing power of forgiveness Saturday, 14th December 2024 When we practice forgiveness - on ourselves or others - we give ourselves the chance to let go of the...
Using social media as a tool to unite Thursday, 30th January 2025 We hear a great deal about how divisive social media can be. And it’s true - algorithms are deliberately designed...
« Back Mindfulness: Teaching in the Workplace – Information Session Friday Friday, 29th November 2024 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation
Branch Training: Teaching the Finding Peace in a Frantic World Curriculum Saturday, 7th December 2024 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation
Cultivating Compassion in Challenging Times with River Wolton Tuesday, 10th December 2024 The Mindfulness Network
Compassion: Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Retreat (in-person) Thursday, 9th January 2025 The Mindfulness Network
Branch Training: Train to Teach the Introducing Mindfulness Course – 1 day Teacher Training Friday, 17th January 2025 Oxford Mindfulness Foundation
For a New Beginning: An online silent retreat day with Erik van den Brink, co-founder of MBCL Sunday, 19th January 2025 The Mindfulness Network
Retreat: Deepening and Extending the Foundations of Mindfulness with Four Friends for Life – an international online retreat with Frits Koster Tuesday, 29th April 2025 The Mindfulness Network
Messages of Kindness Wednesday, 13th November 2024 Kindness is a powerful and essential ingredient of compassionate action. Even a small gesture with the intent to bring ease,...
Aquietar Wednesday, 6th November 2024 Acompáñanos a conversar con las fundadoras de Aquietar, un centro creado por cuatro amigas para aprender a vivir en el...
How do we get the leaders we want? Wednesday, 16th October 2024 Worldwide, democracy and political leadership is at a crossroads. Faced with rises like climate change, inequality, and war, some nations...
US Elections: Can We Talk? Thursday, 3rd October 2024 Emotions are high, language is divisive. Everyone is talking about the elections - but can we have a calm, open...
Unmasking Trauma Tuesday, 24th September 2024 So many of us are carrying trauma - whether caused by a severe, one-off event or chronic experiences we’ve been...
The importance of creative expression Thursday, 19th September 2024 Recent statistics reveal that men are less likely to seek help for mental health issues, and suicide rates among men...
The healthy side effects of kindness Thursday, 12th September 2024 Join Dr. David R. Hamilton for a talk on how experiences of kindness impact mental and physical health. You'll learn...
Training Launch: 7 Steps To Compassionate Living Wednesday, 11th September 2024 Join our Head of Training Maria Paula Jimenez and guests for a very special event - the launch of our...
A Personalized Approach to Self-Compassion Thursday, 29th August 2024 The research literature suggests that self-compassion is virtually always helpful in fostering well-being, compassion toward others, and other positive results....
I wish I had learnt this at school… Sunday, 25th August 2024 If we wish to pass on a story of hope and resilience, rather than one of despair and catastrophe, we...
Humanity’s greatest hope Thursday, 22nd August 2024 The challenges facing humanity cannot be solved by one group or nation alone. They require cooperation and collaboration across borders,...
Meditadores Nómadas Tuesday, 20th August 2024 Acompáñanos en esta charla con nuestro invitado especial Miguel Riutort, quien nos compartirá sobre su iniciativa Meditadores Nómadas enfocada a...
Helping kids be smart about smartphones & social media Thursday, 25th July 2024 Nearly every parent and teacher will tell you that one of their biggest anxieties is about how to manage their...
Why equality matters for social cohesion Thursday, 18th July 2024 In this presentation Richard Wilkinson, Professor Emeritus of Social Epidemiology at the University of Nottingham Medical School, will explore the...
Self-Compassion for Shame Thursday, 27th June 2024 Join Mindful Self-Compassion teachers Jorge Armesto and Maria Paula Jimenez in this very unique offering. This practice of self-compassion for...
Can business be humane? Thursday, 20th June 2024 In this talk, university professor, business consultant, and author of the book "The Art of Compassionate Business", Bruno Cignacco, and...
The Power of Forgiveness Thursday, 13th June 2024 Forgiveness has massive transformative potential. Join us for an insightful exploration led by Neelama Eyres, Co-Founder of Applied Compassion Training...
The Transformational Power of Male Compassion Wednesday, 12th June 2024 Join the Men and Boys Compassion Initiative (MBCI) as we co-create an international movement to help men and boys cultivate...
Cómo Abrazar una Nueva Vida Thursday, 6th June 2024 Acompáñanos en esta charla con nuestra invitada Eva del Águila, a conocer sobre su experiencia liderando el Centro día para...
What is Compassionate Education? Thursday, 30th May 2024 Across the world a new framework for education is emerging based on the principals of compassion. Seen as a shift...
Practical Mindfulness Thursday, 16th May 2024 Practical Mindfulness is a straightforward guide to making mindfulness a natural and beneficial part of your day. In this session,...
Is there a path to peace for Israel-Palestine? Tuesday, 14th May 2024 We are joined by best-selling author and award-winning journalist Sandy Tolan and award-winning leadership consultant and best-selling author Kawtar El...
Resiliencia Poética Thursday, 25th April 2024 Acompáñanos en este mini taller con la autora, psicóloga clínica y facilitadora en compasión Berta Fernández Méndez. Este evento extraordinario...
Eco-affinity Tuesday, 23rd April 2024 We are Mother Earth and Mother Earth is us. When we are disconnected from this relationship and out of balance...
Cultivating Compassion Monday, 22nd April 2024 Join us to explore the meaning, cultivation and practical application of compassion from both Buddhist and Christian perspectives. In this...
Empathy, Polarization & Artificial Intelligence Thursday, 18th April 2024 Join us for a rich conversation between two experts in artificial intelligence and ethics. They'll examine the intricate connections between...
Comunicación No Violenta: Monday, 1st April 2024 ¿SABIAS QUE LA VIOLENCIA QUE HACE MÁS DAÑO SUELE SER INVISIBLE A NUESTROS OJOS? Acompáñanos a aprender más sobre el...
What makes a thriving community? Thursday, 21st March 2024 All the evidence tells us that having a welcoming, inclusive, and connected community is vital to our wellbeing and happiness....
Cultivating Aliveness Saturday, 16th March 2024 Learn the fundamentals of living with vitality with storyteller, teacher, and spiritual activist, Fabiana Fondevila. During this 90-minute workshop, we...
Leaders eat last but breathe first Thursday, 14th March 2024 Who is taking care of our caretakers? As mindfulness and self-care practices are finding their place in education, educators need...
Women Peace & Politics Friday, 8th March 2024 In celebration of International Women's Day, we'll be hosting a conversation with four incredible women who have been on the...
Target 1.5 degrees: What are the barriers? Wednesday, 28th February 2024 In early February, scientists at the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service released findings which showed that temperatures across the...
Encontrando la Luz en los Momentos más Difíciles Friday, 23rd February 2024 Acompáñanos a conversar con María Fernanda Porcelli, terapeuta de pacientes con cáncer, instructora de compasión y sobreviviente de cáncer. Tendremos...
Opening awareness Tuesday, 20th February 2024 With the avalanche of information coming at us every day, closing down our minds and hearts seems to be the...
Surfing not sinking at work Sunday, 18th February 2024 In this 3-hour workshop, we will explore what it takes to help shape our workplaces in ways that help us...
Surfing not sinking when living with pain and chronic health conditions Saturday, 17th February 2024 There is an epidemic of chronic health conditions plaguing modern society. Globally, as many as 1 in 5 experience chronic...
The Transformative Power of Self-Compassion Wednesday, 14th February 2024 Valentine's Day is widely celebrated as a day of love shared with others. This year, we invite you to consider...
Managing Pain & Illness with Compassion Wednesday, 31st January 2024 Navigating the complexities of chronic illness, which affects 1 in 3 adults globally, can be challenging. However, there is a...
Compassionate Politics Thursday, 11th January 2024 Across the world, democracy is in retreat. In many nations, far-right populist leaders are gaining ground while everywhere elections are...
Improving mental health for youth Wednesday, 10th January 2024 Globally, youth mental health is an urgent public health issue, with alarming upward trends in child and adolescent anxiety and...
Strong hearts for turbulent times Thursday, 28th December 2023 The New Year is the perfect time to focus on our values and goals. As many of us take a...
Living a life of vibrant aliveness Tuesday, 19th December 2023 Join Argentine author and activist Fabiana Fondevila as she discusses with GCC President Dr. Rick Hanson how living a life...
El Poder de los Vecindarios Compasivos Friday, 15th December 2023 Vecindarios Compasivo: Pequeños gestos, grandes ondas! Te invitamos a compartir con diferentes líderes creadores de Vecindarios Compasivos en España. Los...
Balancing energy and rest for the holidays Tuesday, 12th December 2023 Where can we find some rest during this busy holiday season, and how can use our energy more wisely from...
How can compassion change societies? Tuesday, 28th November 2023 We know that compassion can have a transformative impact on individuals. And increasingly we're seeing how compassion can be used...
Moving through climate anxiety using the seven homecomings Monday, 27th November 2023 During our time together, Zac will guide us through the 7 Homecomings – a meditation practice developed by Lama Rod...
The role of compassion in the climate crisis Wednesday, 22nd November 2023 Join the Global Compassion Coalition for an enlightening online discussion on the role of compassion in the climate crisis. In...
The strong heart: Compassion amidst grievances, vengeance, and war Thursday, 16th November 2023 Join us for an enlightening conversation between Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi and GCC President Rick Hanson. Throughout history and in the...
Compassionate leadership Wednesday, 8th November 2023 Join us for an inspiring conversation on the future of leadership. In this event our speaker, Marguerite Callaway, will share...
Compasión en medio del caos Wednesday, 8th November 2023 Los últimos eventos en Israel y Gaza ha desatado un mundo de dolor que puede ser muy difícil de presenciar....
A future we can love Thursday, 2nd November 2023 GCC President, Dr. Rick Hanson is joined by Susan Bauer-Wu, President of the Mind & Life Institute and author of...
Mindfulness for kids & teens Monday, 30th October 2023 GCC President Dr. Rick Hanson is joined by Teen mental health education advocate Adam Avin who created the Wuf Shanti...
Transforming Healthcare through Compassion Wednesday, 25th October 2023 The panel discussion will focus on how we can create hope for healthcare through compassion at a time when healthcare...
The protective power of compassion in turbulent times Tuesday, 24th October 2023 GCC Founder, Dr. Rick Hanson is joined by Dr. Marcela Matos, a clinical psychologist, and auxiliary researcher at the University...
Compassion amidst the chaos Friday, 20th October 2023 The latest escalation of hostilities in Gaza and Israel has unleashed a world of pain which can be very difficult...
Launch of Compassion Corps Wednesday, 18th October 2023 Compassion Corps program creator Margaret Cullen will be talking with Rick Hanson about this exciting initiative that is now part...
How we banned the bomb Thursday, 28th September 2023 On 7 July 2017 – following a decade of advocacy by the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) and...
Peace is an Inside Job Thursday, 21st September 2023 Join Reggie Hubbard for an entertaining and enlightening look at simple tools to cultivate peace of mind in these unsettling...
Día Internacional de Mindfulness con Eva Escolà Sala Tuesday, 12th September 2023 Práctica Las 5 Necesidades Básicas del Corazón Para cultivar la compasión, es preciso estar conectad@s con el corazón, algo que...
1.5 degrees of peace Tuesday, 5th September 2023 Join award-winning GenZ documentary filmmaker and founder of The Global Sunrise Project, Kasha Sequoia Slavner, in conversation with GCC President...
AI and mental health Tuesday, 22nd August 2023 Over 150 million teens have sent over 10 billion messages using Snapchats My AI companion. Over the next year we’re...
How to give and receive compassion Monday, 21st August 2023 Chris Germer, clinical psychologist and co-developer of the Mindful Self-Compassion program, shares with us a practice on giving and receiving...
Decolonizing mindfulness Wednesday, 9th August 2023 Dr. Michael Yellow Bird and GCC President Rick Hanson discuss the topic of decolonizing mindfulness and using neuroscience research to...
The healing power of compassion Thursday, 3rd August 2023 Join us as we bring together a neuroscientist, a professor and researcher, a monk, and a compassion trainer and author...
Overcoming the barriers to meditation Wednesday, 26th July 2023 Anyone who meditates – or has tried to – will be familiar with a commonly experienced problem: the distracted mind....
A Heart-Centered Life Tuesday, 25th July 2023 Join us for a transformative dialogue with renowned South African activist and global leader Mamphela Ramphele and Jim Doty, founder...
The best investment: Compassionate care for the youngest among us Monday, 17th July 2023 10,000 children die every day from hunger-related illnesses and globally more than 1 billion children live in poverty. This despite...
Tapping into our five sense for increased happiness Wednesday, 12th July 2023 Join best-selling author Gretchen Rubin and GCC President Rick Hanson in conversation about how we can tap into our five...
Cultivating curiosity Tuesday, 27th June 2023 Dr. Jud Brewer, New York Times best-selling author and thought leader in the field of habit change, shares the practice...
Cultivating compassion for and from men and boys Wednesday, 14th June 2023 Men and boys are struggling with loneliness, isolation, anxiety, depression, and meaninglessness more than ever.The situation is dire.With our culture’s...
The Trevor Project turns 25 Wednesday, 7th June 2023 Peggy Rajski (she/her) and Gina Muñoz (she/her) of The Trevor Project, and Rick Hanson (he/him), President of the Global Compassion...
Loving-kindness toward ourselves Monday, 22nd May 2023 Leading spiritual teacher, Sharon Salzberg, joined us to share the practice of Lovingkindness for Ourselves, which is featured in her...
Compassionate economics Wednesday, 17th May 2023 The 100 richest people on our planet have enough wealth to eradicate global poverty four times over. Something is wrong....
Taking in the good with Rick Hanson Tuesday, 25th April 2023 President and Founder of the Global Compassion Coalition, Rick Hanson, shares a practice focusing on taking in the good to...
Making the shift Saturday, 22nd April 2023 For Earth Day 2023 we bring together a panel of activists, politicians, and researchers to look at the role that...
#CompassionNow Saturday, 15th April 2023 Watch the recording of our launch event #CompassionNow. This half-day event explored how we can learn, practice, and organize to...
Come home to who we are Tuesday, 28th February 2023 Kaira Jewel Lingo is a mindfulness teacher, author, and mentor. In this practice she helps us to move through the...
