Weaving the fabric of understanding, one conversation at a time.

This week's blog offers a thoughtful reflection from Camilla at Atelier 21 on how Empathy Week 2025 shaped learning across their school community. Her piece highlights the impact of students engaging with real stories, exploring new perspectives, and discovering empathy as a practical, teachable skill. It’s inspiring to see how Atelier 21 has woven empathy into their curriculum and culture, and we simply love seeing the thoughtful ways schools are integrating empathy into lea

When the world feels heavy and conversations grow tense, empathy can be the skill that changes everything. It’s not about excusing harm or agreeing with every perspective, but about recognising the human experience behind words and actions. By pausing before reacting, reframing anger into curiosity, and refusing to reduce people to stereotypes, we open the door to connection even when we don’t see eye-to-eye. In moments of conflict, empathy helps us imagine a different way fo

A.I systems often amplify human bias, with real‑world consequences. From Cephas Williams’ disturbing A.I experience to Geoffrey Hinton’s warnings, this piece explores why empathy and diverse perspectives are vital to creating technology that genuinely represents and serves everyone.