What Lonesome George Means to Us
Mourning the loss of an empathy mascot Read more...
June 28, 2012 | By Erin Barta
Erin Barta
Erin, a recent graduate from the University of North Dakota, is an avid reader, writer, and empathy-enthusiast who is interning at Ashoka prior to beginning her graduate studies this fall at Clark University.
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Karen Klein & the Tale of Two Wolves
Taking a cue from Peace First's Eric Dawson to understand the incidence of a bullying that shocked a nation. Read more...
June 26, 2012 | By Erin Barta
5 Programs Rodney King Would Have Applauded
A look at five organizations helping to build a world where King's wish that we all get along is a possibility. Read more...
June 19, 2012 | By Erin Barta
What You Didn't Know Technology was Doing to Your Kids
Mounting evidence suggests the relationship today's kids have with technology has negative effects on their character skills. Read more...
June 15, 2012 | By Erin Barta
Man's Best Friend: Mere Companion or Source of Compassion?
Recent science suggests that dogs may have more to contribute during difficult emotional times than previously thought. Read more...
June 14, 2012 | By Erin Barta
Empathy Twitter Chat - Live Now!
Got a few minutes to learn about empathy? Better yet, have a question that you've been waiting to ask? Join in our empathy twitter chat this minute! Read more...
June 11, 2012 | By Erin Barta