Supporting children and educators to explore compassion, values and secular ethics
Compassion Matters aims to create a kinder and happier society by inspiring children and young people to lead compassionate lives.
We provide learning resources and training for educators to help children discover secular ethics and ideas about compassion. At the heart of the project, children explore ideas that are universal to all human beings, such as; Where does happiness come from? What is true courage? What is a just society? What is compassion for self and others?
Our versatile resources, which include four engaging micro-documentary films, lesson plans, and educator guides, can be seamlessly integrated into various educational settings and activities, from PSHE assemblies to extracurricular activities.
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Compassion
Our first module Compassion tells the inspirational story of Richard Moore, a charity leader whose life was changed when he was blinded as a child.
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Courage
Our second module explores the concept of Courage through the story of Clare who had to overcome challenges throughout her life to find meaning and happiness.
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Happiness
What is true happiness? How do we identify it? Where does it come from? We share the story of Emma who had to go through a life changing experience to understand what happiness truly meant.
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Wisdom
What is the difference between being wise and clever? Does education make us wise? We explore Maggie's story of how we learn and grow towards greater wisdom.
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Project Guide
A guide to how to use Compassion Matters in your school or organisation.
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What is Compassion Matters?
View our film showing the impact of our Compassion Matters project
Our Compassion Matters Films
Compassion Film
Happiness Film
Courage Film
Wisdom Film