The farther along we get with the Charter for Compassion, the more exposure we have to the amazing interfaith, humanitarian, business and other organizations doing compassionate work globally.  Global Tolerance has been working with TED to develop a robust partner network of these groups who are committed to the Charter.  We want to lift the voices of these organizations and share their work.

This article from Eureka Street reminds me of the inspiring stories I hear from our partners and why they are so dedicated to spreading compassion.  Peter Kirkwood, like many of us, is supportive of interfaith initiatives, but often skeptical about how it can make a significant difference: “Though I am also an advocate of interreligious dialogue, in the face of conflict around the globe generated or inflamed by religion, I must admit to often feeling pessimistic about dialogue helping to change things for the better. But thankfully people or events occasionally come along that challenge this pessimism…”  His interaction with the three leaders of the Interreligious Coordinating Council in Israel (ICCI) reminded him that there are many tools which will help improve world affairs, including dialogue and broader initiatives like the Charter for Compassion.

I hope you will follow the Charter as it is unveiled on November 12 and that you too will be inspired to elevate the voice of compassion and change the conversation.

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