Roots of Empathy is an international, evidence-based classroom program that has shown significant effect in reducing levels of aggression among schoolchildren by raising social/emotional competence and increasing empathy. The program is designed for children ages 5 to 13. In Canada, the program is delivered in English and French and reaches rural, urban, and remote communities including Indigenous communities. The program is also in New Zealand, the United States, the Republic of Ireland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Norway, Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands, Costa Rica, and South Korea.
Children in Roots of Empathy classrooms
develop executive functioning skills
develop emotional literacy
develop emotional regulation
develop resilience
learn to challenge cruelty and injustice
learn to form consensus, contributing to a culture of caring in the classroom