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SMGC is a global movement to ignite ‘Compassion in Action’ in the world. It is born out of four decades of Nobel Peace Laureate Kailash Satyarthi’s revolutionary life and path-breaking endeavors as a social reformer.
Embracing compassion as a way of life, he has inspired millions of people across 140 countries to take compassionate action and fight for the freedom, equality and justice for the voiceless and the most marginalized.
This has resulted in unprecedented structural and systemic changes across the globe, including the development of high-level policies and direct frontline action.
In spite of significant advancements in technology, global inequalities, extremism, war and conflict, climate crises are all on the rise leading to profound human suffering. There is an alarming increase in feelings of disconnectedness, loneliness, apathy and fear. The effects of the pandemic have intensified social exclusion. The numbers are staggering.
Wars, armed conflicts, inequalities, injustices, extremism, and the climate crisis are all on the rise, leading to profound human suffering. There is an alarming increase in feelings of disconnectedness, loneliness, apathy and fear.
We need to seriously rethink, redefine, and reconstruct our approach to life and society. Compassion is the most powerful way to enable
peaceful co-existence, human fraternity and a sustainable future for all.
To globalise compassion to restore justice, peace, equity and sustainability in the world.
To define, evaluate and enhance Compassion Quotient in individuals, institutions and communities.
There is no easy solution to these issues. We need to seriously rethink, redefine, and reconstruct our approach to life and society, as well as our understanding of success. Compassion is key to enable peaceful co-existence, human fraternity and a sustainable future for all.
All humans are born with an inherent capacity for Compassion. A compassionate person’s response to the suffering of self and others is instantaneous and instinctive. Compassion is the driving force that steers us from cognizance to compassion in action.
compassion in action and compassionate leadership across sectors including business, civil society, academia, politics, faith, healthcare, judiciary, law enforcement to foster systemic change.
the most marginalised transcending gender, race, caste, religion and other barriers, end discrimination and create a compassionate society to ensure social inclusion for all.
and create knowledge rooted in experience and research, delivering evidence-based insights and real-life examples of compassion in action and compassionate leadership for transformative impact.
young change-makers through targeted programs, to promote and amplify compassion in action and expand circles of compassion.
the power of self-compassion and compassion in action to combat loneliness, isolation and depression.
Compassion is the feeling of the suffering of others as our own suffering with a strong drive to take action to alleviate that suffering.
In simple words, compassion is mindful and selfless problem-solving.
Compassion Quotient (CQ) is the measure of an individual’s ability for Compassion. CQ can be evaluated and its level can be increased.
Compassion Quotient (CQ) is the measure of an individual’s ability for Compassion. In other words, their capacity to notice, feel, connect with, respond and act to solve one’s own as well as others’ problems. As is the case with Intelligence Quotient (IQ) and Emotional Quotient (EQ), the level of CQ can differ significantly between individuals, depending on a range of factors such as:
CQ can be evaluated and its level can be increased. We are developing a comprehensive framework to measure and increase CQ using a multidisciplinary approach.
Compassionate Leadership is the ability to make tough decisions and impact change while ensuring a culture of collaboration, engagement and growth. In order for this culture to be sustainable, ‘Compassionate Leadership’ must permeate across all levels within an organization.
Data collected by Gallup shows USD 322 billion are lost in turnover and productivity costs on account of employee burnout. Leadership with a higher CQ plays a significant role in reducing stress levels and facilitating employee motivation and professional growth.
Clarity of thought empowers effective decision-making and precise understanding, cutting through complexity.
Higher productivity leads to achieving increased output and value in a given timeframe, driving overall success.
The spirit of collaboration ignites collective synergy, propelling shared endeavors to new heights.
Cultivating a solution-oriented approach nurtures a mindset geared towards finding effective answers to challenges.
Investing in employee satisfaction cultivates increased retention and a more stable workforce.
Through systemic problem solving, we tackle core issues, fostering comprehensive and holistic solutions.
We need to seriously rethink, redefine, and reconstruct our approach to life and society. Compassion is the most powerful way to enable peaceful co-existence, human fraternity and a sustainable future for all. We believe that Compassion is awakened by building chains of trust among people and groups, mobilizing conscientious leaders, connecting ideas and initiatives to form an active ecosystem of solutions, leading to transformative global impact.
Chronicling the legacy and history of the formation of the Satyarthi Movement for Global Compassion.
The photographs are a testimony to the relentless struggle, courage and sacrifice of millions of people around the world who fought for the freedom and fundamental rights of the most marginalised and invisible people.
The rescue of 15-year-old Sabo and 35 other bonded labourers from a brick kiln in Sirhind, Punjab, by Kailash Satyarthi in 1981 is the first ever documented civil society led rescue initiative in India.
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