Partner & Community Events
To further Compassionate Houston's collaboration with local partner organizations, the Charter for Compassion, and our larger friend network of compassionate artists and organizations, we are sharing a variety of events highlighting our commitment to creating a compassionate city through education, innovation, collaboration, and advocacy. Enjoy inspiring virtual programs and in-person events. Scroll down to the bottom of the page for a multitude of ongoing practice groups. You can also check the Charter for Compassion and our Partners’ websites for more happenings.
The Power of Healing Together
unity of houston
March 16, 2025, 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Gender Equity and Reconciliation International (GERI) workshops apply principles of Truth and Reconciliation to open new pathways to healing, respect, compassion, and genuine collaboration between women and men, and across the genders. Developed over 33 years and conducted with thousands of participants across six continents, GERI was formally endorsed by Archbishop Desmond Tutu in 2013. This experiential session creates a safe space where participants are invited into a deeper understanding and appreciation of their own and others’ life experiences in relation to gender. Together, women, men, and people of all genders and sexual orientations are guided skillfully through a group process that awakens greater compassion, empathy, understanding, and higher reverence across the genders.
> Learn more and register here.
Why Love is the Missing Piece in Education - TEDXBrewster Park ED
Irene Greaves of lovescaping
March 18, 2024
We recently shared Irene Greave's TEdTalk at Brewster Park, and now we are pleased to provide you with a link to enjoy the talk and message from the comfort of your home. Irene shares a transformative story of a student whose life was changed by learning to love through the practice of Lovescaping. This illustrates the power of teaching love intentionally in education, emphasizing how love can reshape a student's academic and personal growth. Irene reflects on her own global journey in education and community development, unveiling the simple yet profound idea that love can be taught and introducing the 15 pillars of love in action as a framework for fostering compassionate, connected learning communities. > Enjoy a video of her talk here.
Diversity
Apollo chamber players and islamic arts society
March 21, 7 PM
Apollo Chamber Players, Chamber Music America’s 2025 Ensemble of the Year, in collaboration with the Islamic Arts Society, invites you to a transformative evening that transcends borders and embraces the power of artistic expression. Witness the WORLD PREMIERE of Bandari by Reza Vali, a captivating new work that blends tradition and innovation in a powerful musical statement. The third concert in our 17th Season, We The People, DIVERSITY is more than a performance—it is a bold statement about the world we live in today. Inspired by Houston’s unparalleled multicultural landscape—the most ethnically diverse city in America—this program is a tribute to the voices, traditions, and rhythms that shape our global identity. In concert with the Persian New Year of Nowruz, we honor the richness of global traditions while reflecting on a fundamental question: Can a nation truly uphold the promise of freedom of speech, religion, and diversity of thought—the very principles that define its democratic DNA?
> Learn more and get tickets here.
World Colonization Memorial
center for the healing of racism
March 25, 10 AM - 2 PM
Service of Remembrance in honor of the victims of Sugar Land 95. By collecting soil from bondage sites nationwide this historic initiative honors enslaved individuals whose death went unrecognized. The preserved soil will be placed in the Transatlantic Tomb of the Unknown Slave at the World Colonization Memorial in Fort Bend and commemorated annually with a wreath-laying tribute.
> Learn more and register here.
Night of Ideas
Rothko chapel
March 28, 5:00 PM
Join the Rothko Chapel for a “Night of Ideas,” part of Villa Albertine’s signature arts and culture marathon. The event will take place March 27-April 6 across 20 US cities and invites thought leaders, activists, performers, authors, and academics to engage the public in late-night discussions. This year’s theme is “Common Ground," prompting participants to consider how we can commit to and protect what we have in common and foster authentic interpersonal connection in an increasingly digital and polarized world.
> Learn more about this year's festival of events at the Rothko Chapel and register here.
So You Love Someone with a Mental Illness?
NAMI Greater Houston
April 1, Noon, via Zoom
Do you love someone with a mental illness? NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) envisions a healing community where all persons affected by mental illness can experience resiliency on the road to wellness. They provide support for those living with a mental illness and their family members. Our speaker is NAMI Greater Houston Executive Director Angelina Hudson. She believes that we can only make decisions with the information available. During this discussion, you will hear her personal story of parenting a son diagnosed with a brain disorder at age 4 and her expert advice about building a better life while living with a loved one with a mental illness. Join this webinar to learn about the many supports, services, and treatment options available through NAMI. This webinar is held in partnership with Conroe ISD.
> Lear more and register here.
Connect for Change: Networking for a Peaceful Revolution
Houston Peace & Justice Center
April 5, 11 AM - 2:30 PM
Spring Networking Mixer at the The Dominican Center for Spirituality. This event is for Activists and Non-Profit Organizations who use the tools of nonviolence to advocate for justice in all areas of our community in order to bring about a more peaceful world. This event is free and lunch is provided.
> Learn more and register here.
Walking the Path of Peace
eternal gandhi museum of houston
April 13, 2 - 4 PM
Step into the timeless wisdom of Mahatma Gandhi in this immersive experience. Through a guided tour, reflective storytelling, and a deeply meditative sound immersion, participants will connect with Gandhi’s teaching on Peace, Love, and Nonviolence. The journey culminates in a guided meditation and sound experience, fostering inner stillness and collective harmony while reflecting on Gandhi’s philosophy.
> Learn more and register here.
2025 Tagore Talk with Sanjeev Sanyal
The Tagore Society
April 19, 4-8 PM
The Annual Tagore Talks is an important initiative and gala event where eminent speakers are invited to provide their perspectives on important issues of global relevance, in the spirit of Tagore’s universalism. The 2025 Tagore Talk, “Bharat as a Civilization - Government Reforms, the Road to a Developed India,” features Sanjeev Sanyal, Secretary, Government of India, and member of the Prime Minister’s Economic Advisory Council, is sure to be illuminating to diverse groups of Houstonians. This event is sponsored by the Indo American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston and presented in partnership with Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston, Asia Society Houston, and Foundation for India Studies. > Learn more and register here.
Compassionate Action: Transforming the World Together
The Charter for Compassion
May 4-5
This virtual conference is a groundbreaking event organized by the Charter for Compassion Community, designed to unite diverse sectors, including Arts, Business, Education, Environment, Gender Partnerships, Health, Peace, Restorative Justice, Interfaith Spirituality, Science and Research, Social Justice, and Social Services. This conference aims to serve as a vibrant platform for sharing missions, insights, and actionable ideas to foster a more compassionate and equitable world. Over two days, participants will engage in a rich assortment of online sessions, workshops, and panel discussions, each carefully curated to inspire, educate, and galvanize meaningful change. The event is more than just a conference—it is a collective call to action, inviting thought leaders, change-makers, and community members of all ages to contribute their voices, expertise, and passions toward a shared vision of global transformation.
> Learn more and register here.
Ongoing Partner Practice Groups
Join us as we collaborate with our partners to explore a variety of compassion-based practices, develop community, and share the challenges and celebrations that occur when we apply the practice in our daily lives. Please click on any image below for details on the applicable program. Check our partner’s websites for updates on in-person versus virtual attendance.
