The Compassion Shift in Education

Join us for a transformative workshop with Ryder Delaloye and Marius Luca from Emory University, Atlanta, USA. This unique event offers an introduction to CBCT (Cognitively-Based Compassion Training) and SEE Learning, focusing on nurturing compassion as a core skill for inner development.

Participants will engage in research-backed practices that align with the Inner Development Goals (IDGs), exploring both the science and application of compassion and well-being. Through practical exercises and insights, educators will gain tools to enhance resilience and compassion, benefiting both their personal and professional lives. This hands-on session promises to equip you with actionable strategies to foster a compassionate and supportive learning environment.

What is the Compassion Shift?

The Compassion Shift is an initiative from Emory University’s Center for Contemplative Science and Compassion-based Ethics. It aims to advance a global culture of compassion through two educational programs – CBCT® (Cognitively-based Compassion Training) for adults and SEE Learning® (Social, Emotional, and Ethical Learning) for children. These programs help cultivate the skills contained within the Inner Development Goals (IDGs).

What is CBCT and SEE Learning?

• CBCT (Cognitively-based Compassion Training): A research-based program tailored for fields such as education, healthcare, business leadership, and mental health services. It helps individuals cultivate tools to strengthen connection, resilience, and compassion.

• SEE Learning (Social, Emotional, and Ethical Learning): A framework and curriculum for Pre-K through 12th grade that promotes whole child development through social, emotional, and ethical competencies.

Workshop Highlights

• Examine the Science and Benefits of Compassion: Understand how compassion training reduces stress, depression, loneliness, and PTSD symptoms while increasing hopefulness, empathy, and self-compassion.

• Explore the Linkages Between IDGs and Compassion Training: Gain insights on how these programs align with and support the Inner Development Goals.

• Experience CBCT Practices: Engage in hands-on activities and practices from the most researched compassion training programs.

• Cultivate Skills for Professional and Personal Growth: Learn practices to enhance inner development, resilience, and compassion.

Workshop Structure

Morning Session – Introduction to CBCT and SEE Learning

• Learn the foundations of Compassion Science and explore the CBCT and SEE Learning frameworks, both research-based approaches for cultivating well-being and compassion.

• Experience an overview of CBCT and SEE Learning Modules, engaging in various Insight Activities and practices designed to build compassion.

Optional Lunch + Afternoon Session – Pathways for Collaboration and Integration

• Discuss strategic collaboration opportunities and program alignment across institutions.

• Examine current compassion training models and how they’re applied in different programming contexts.

• Explore actionable pathways to introduce compassion training in European institutions, with alignment to the Inner Development Goals (IDGs).

• Discuss integration of compassion practices and Insight Activities within diverse models and educational approaches.

Financial Contribution

We ask all participants for a financial contribution (donation) that helps us cover the basic expenses. For those who have already participated in the IDG Switzerland events, we recommend CHF 15, and for new participants, CHF 30. These are only price recommendations and not requirements. You can also pay an amount on-site that is appropriate for you.