Roots of Empathy Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsOntario, Canada51-200 Employees
Roots of Empathy is a mid-sized non-profit based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, dedicated to developing empathy as a basis for caring, peaceful, and civil societies. The organization delivers evidence-based programs for children and adults, primarily through classroom settings, and operates a sibling initiative called Seeds of Empathy. Its work centers on fostering social-emotional development with the aim of changing the world—one child at a time. The target audience includes schools, educators, and students seeking to enhance empathy and emotional intelligence through structured programs. In January 2025, Roots of Empathy was recognized by HundrED as a Spotlight on Wellbeing in Schools, reflecting its standing in the field of student wellbeing.