Events Register for an upcoming event or browse past events here. Upcoming Events Healing Anxiety, Shame, and Anger Saturday, 24th May 2025 Welcome to "Healing Anxiety, Shame, and Anger," a transformative masterclass aimed at individuals seeking to navigate and manage their emotions... Ask Me Anything – Emergent Leadership Training Saturday, 31st May 2025 Curious about our Emergent Global Leadership Training? Wondering if it’s the right fit for you? Join one of our live... Ask Me Anything – Emergent Leadership Training Wednesday, 11th June 2025 Curious about our Emergent Global Leadership Training? Wondering if it’s the right fit for you? Join one of our live... Mapping Ourselves Thursday, 19th June 2025 Whether at work, at home or in the community, camaraderie is key to our personal wellbeing, the health of global... External Events Awe and Sympathetic Joy: An online Donation Event with Frits Koster Tuesday, 30th September 2025 The Mindfulness Network Donation Event: Compassion and Joy. Two pathways to wellbeing: A Silent Retreat Day with Frits Koster Sunday, 23rd November 2025 The Mindfulness Network Mindfulness-Based Compassionate Living (MBCL) Teacher Training – International Online Programme Monday, 23rd February 2026 The Mindfulness Network Past Events The Five Keys to Finding Hope in Challenging Times Thursday, 15th May 2025 Join Kathryn Goetzke for a 90-minute workshop where you’ll learn the five “Shine Hope” keys, how to measure hope, and... Hungry Beautiful Animals Thursday, 8th May 2025 Matthew Halteman thinks it’s time to give the “v-word” a refresh. While the environmental, health, and ethical implications of meat... Compassion Champions Wednesday, 7th May 2025 Compassion Champions are fortnightly, informal meet-ups for the whole, global GCC family to come together. In a warm and welcoming... Compassion Corps 2025 Launch Thursday, 24th April 2025 Do you believe in the power of compassion to heal and transform the world? So do we—and that’s why we... Compassion Champions Wednesday, 23rd April 2025 Compassion Champions are fortnightly, informal meet-ups for the whole, global GCC family to come together. In a warm and welcoming... Mindfulness-Based Training in Forgiveness Saturday, 12th April 2025 Join Joyce Cordus and Frits Koster for an online weekend retreat exploring Mindfulness-Based Training in Forgiveness (MBTF), designed for those... Should compassion have borders? Thursday, 3rd April 2025 With more and more people being forced from their homes due to conflict and climate change, it's more important than... Growing Compassion for Men & Boys Wednesday, 12th March 2025 You are invited to a thoughtful, powerful, and important conversation on the transformative power of compassion and self-compassion for boys... Building Wisdom & Resilience For Women’s Leadership Saturday, 8th March 2025 This International Women’s Day, join us for an empowering and interactive event inspired by the 2025 theme: ‘Accelerate Action.’ Hosted... Bridging Divides Thursday, 6th March 2025 What can we do in the face of so much deep societal polarization and unrest? Learning to communicate with one... Cultivando tu Yo Compasivo Thursday, 6th March 2025 Con Maria Paula Jimenez y Maria Fernanda Jaramillo Te invitamos a un encuentro inspirador con nuestra invitada especial Maria Fernanda... Can social media be healthy for young people? Thursday, 27th February 2025 Despite the many benefits of social media, it’s widely recognised that its use can have a negative impact on our... Strength Circles Sunday, 23rd February 2025 Experience the Power of Compassion: Discover the strength that comes from being truly heard. Our Strength Circles provide a safe... All Members’ Meeting Thursday, 13th February 2025 Our future rests on more people coming together and taking action through shared values like hope, courage, and compassion. That’s... 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... The unlikely key to compassion Thursday, 16th January 2025 In a world marked by division, pain, and challenges, it's easy to find our hearts hardening and our compassion waning.... Be the change Thursday, 2nd January 2025 Let’s begin the New Year with intention! Through meaningful commitments, we can create ripples of positive change in our own... Resiliencia y Crecimiento Monday, 16th December 2024 Te invitamos a un encuentro inspirador con nuestra invitada especial Silvia Fernández Campos donde exploraremos cómo la resiliencia no es... 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... Relationships that save the world Thursday, 12th December 2024 At heart, a great deal of the problems we face in the world come down to one thing: we have... 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... 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... 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...
Healing Anxiety, Shame, and Anger Saturday, 24th May 2025 Welcome to "Healing Anxiety, Shame, and Anger," a transformative masterclass aimed at individuals seeking to navigate and manage their emotions...
Ask Me Anything – Emergent Leadership Training Saturday, 31st May 2025 Curious about our Emergent Global Leadership Training? Wondering if it’s the right fit for you? Join one of our live...
Ask Me Anything – Emergent Leadership Training Wednesday, 11th June 2025 Curious about our Emergent Global Leadership Training? Wondering if it’s the right fit for you? Join one of our live...
Mapping Ourselves Thursday, 19th June 2025 Whether at work, at home or in the community, camaraderie is key to our personal wellbeing, the health of global...
Awe and Sympathetic Joy: An online Donation Event with Frits Koster Tuesday, 30th September 2025 The Mindfulness Network
Donation Event: Compassion and Joy. Two pathways to wellbeing: A Silent Retreat Day with Frits Koster Sunday, 23rd November 2025 The Mindfulness Network
Mindfulness-Based Compassionate Living (MBCL) Teacher Training – International Online Programme Monday, 23rd February 2026 The Mindfulness Network
The Five Keys to Finding Hope in Challenging Times Thursday, 15th May 2025 Join Kathryn Goetzke for a 90-minute workshop where you’ll learn the five “Shine Hope” keys, how to measure hope, and...
Hungry Beautiful Animals Thursday, 8th May 2025 Matthew Halteman thinks it’s time to give the “v-word” a refresh. While the environmental, health, and ethical implications of meat...
Compassion Champions Wednesday, 7th May 2025 Compassion Champions are fortnightly, informal meet-ups for the whole, global GCC family to come together. In a warm and welcoming...
Compassion Corps 2025 Launch Thursday, 24th April 2025 Do you believe in the power of compassion to heal and transform the world? So do we—and that’s why we...
Compassion Champions Wednesday, 23rd April 2025 Compassion Champions are fortnightly, informal meet-ups for the whole, global GCC family to come together. In a warm and welcoming...
Mindfulness-Based Training in Forgiveness Saturday, 12th April 2025 Join Joyce Cordus and Frits Koster for an online weekend retreat exploring Mindfulness-Based Training in Forgiveness (MBTF), designed for those...
Should compassion have borders? Thursday, 3rd April 2025 With more and more people being forced from their homes due to conflict and climate change, it's more important than...
Growing Compassion for Men & Boys Wednesday, 12th March 2025 You are invited to a thoughtful, powerful, and important conversation on the transformative power of compassion and self-compassion for boys...
Building Wisdom & Resilience For Women’s Leadership Saturday, 8th March 2025 This International Women’s Day, join us for an empowering and interactive event inspired by the 2025 theme: ‘Accelerate Action.’ Hosted...
Bridging Divides Thursday, 6th March 2025 What can we do in the face of so much deep societal polarization and unrest? Learning to communicate with one...
Cultivando tu Yo Compasivo Thursday, 6th March 2025 Con Maria Paula Jimenez y Maria Fernanda Jaramillo Te invitamos a un encuentro inspirador con nuestra invitada especial Maria Fernanda...
Can social media be healthy for young people? Thursday, 27th February 2025 Despite the many benefits of social media, it’s widely recognised that its use can have a negative impact on our...
Strength Circles Sunday, 23rd February 2025 Experience the Power of Compassion: Discover the strength that comes from being truly heard. Our Strength Circles provide a safe...
All Members’ Meeting Thursday, 13th February 2025 Our future rests on more people coming together and taking action through shared values like hope, courage, and compassion. That’s...
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...
The unlikely key to compassion Thursday, 16th January 2025 In a world marked by division, pain, and challenges, it's easy to find our hearts hardening and our compassion waning....
Be the change Thursday, 2nd January 2025 Let’s begin the New Year with intention! Through meaningful commitments, we can create ripples of positive change in our own...
Resiliencia y Crecimiento Monday, 16th December 2024 Te invitamos a un encuentro inspirador con nuestra invitada especial Silvia Fernández Campos donde exploraremos cómo la resiliencia no es...
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...
Relationships that save the world Thursday, 12th December 2024 At heart, a great deal of the problems we face in the world come down to one thing: we have...
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...
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...
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...
