Roots of Empathy’s success stems from a collective effort built on the contributions and commitment of a number of community members. Join us and be part of the change!

Become a Supporter

• Donations contribute to the implementation and maintenance of Roots of Empathy, bringing the program to communities like yours.

Become a Roots of Empathy Family

• Local parents, together with their infants, volunteer their time as Roots of Empathy families, bringing the heart of the program to neighbourhood classrooms.  

Become a Certified Roots of Empathy Instructor 

• Local instructors offer their personal experience and professional expertise to Roots of Empathy students, coaching them to observe the relationship between baby and parent and to identify and reflect on feelings – the baby’s, their own and those of others.

Become a Roots of Empathy Advocate for Your Local School

• Local educators and administrators build awareness in their community, laying the groundork for successful classroom programs.

To learn more about us, please read Mary Gordon’s book, Roots of Empathy: Changing the World, Child by Child