Compassionate USA

02/19/2026

In partnership with CompassionateUSA, the Alamo Colleges District celebrated its 5th Annual National Day of Collective Healing on January 29, 2026.

This inspiring gathering has become a sanctuary for compassion, bringing together voices that awaken reflection, and shared humanity. Past speakers include Mee Moua (2022), Dr. Cornel West (2023), Nikki Giovanni (2024), and Leslie Odom Jr. (2025).

This year, 23rd U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo and 24th U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón brought the evening to life, weaving stories of resilience, hope, and compassion that reminded over 500 attendees that true compassion begins with listening and presence.

The night was further illuminated by Palo Alto College Ballet Folklórico, Destiny Hernández, and Lachuné Boyd, whose movement, storytelling, and artistry created a collective celebration of shared humanity.

We can’t wait for the 6th Annual National Day of Collective Healing in 2027, where we’ll continue to gather in gratitude, deepen compassion, and build a more connected community, . ❤️

To watch the event, please visit: https://bit.ly/ndch2026

01/23/2026

Important update: Due to inclement weather this weekend, the Blessing of the Peacemaker 2026 has been rescheduled to Sunday, March 1, 2026.

01/16/2026

Important update: Due to inclement weather this weekend, the Blessing of the Peacemaker 2026 has been rescheduled to Sunday, March 1, 2026.

The Blessing of the Peacemakers. 💜

Join us for a sacred gathering honoring the quiet strength, compassion, and resilience of those who work to heal and uplift our community. Together, we’ll bless the peacemakers and renew our shared commitment to building a more compassionate city.

Held during the International Season for Nonviolence (Jan 30–Apr 4), this ceremony carries forward the legacy of Gandhi and Dr. King—reminding us that lasting change is born through collective, nonviolent action.

2025 San Antonio Peace Laureates:
• Corazon Ministries
• Shokare Nakpoida
• Nurturing Hope Initiative
• Judge Nelson Wolff

Come gather, honor, and reconnect with the extraordinary spirit of our city. 💜

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blessing-of-the-san-antonio-peace-makers-tickets-1849285495699

01/15/2026

Experience the transformative power of words.

Thursday, January 29 | 7pm | San Antonio, TX – Carver Community Cultural Center

Join U.S. Poet Laureates Joy Harjo and Ada Limón for Finding Our Center: Healing & Wholeness through Storytelling ,an intimate and inspiring evening where poetry becomes a pathway to connection.

In a time of uncertainty and division, these two extraordinary voices invite us to slow down, listen deeply, and return to what grounds us. Through poetry, reflection, and conversation, we’ll explore how language can restore balance, nurture resilience, and remind us of our shared humanity.

This gathering creates space for reflection, connection, and collective renewal. Whether you come rooted in poetry or simply seeking meaning and balance, you’ll witness how language can gently guide us toward healing.

You are invited to join us for an evening that honors the sacred power of storytelling and discover how poetry can bring us home to ourselves.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-national-day-of-collective-healing-with-alamo-colleges-district-tickets-1835629209379?aff=oddtdtcreator

11/25/2025

During this season of reflection, gratitude has a unique power to bring people closer together. When individuals pause to appreciate shared moments, supportive communities, and the simple act of being together, they help create a culture of empathy and connection.

Gratitude encourages people to see one another with greater compassion, inspiring kindness and understanding in everyday interactions. In a time when many communities seek healing and unity, these small expressions of appreciation can spark meaningful change.

This season invites everyone to slow down, notice the good around them, and uplift one another through intentional acts of gratefulness. ❤️

For resources on gratitude and interdependence please visit: https://compassionateusa.org/be-grateful/

Celebrate our differences and recognize our deep interconnectedness.

11/18/2025

You are invited to a webinar on the The Power of Gratitude: A tool for connection and well-being where we’ll reflect on the science and practice of gratitude as a tool to nurture connection and collective resilience.

This session, taking place this Thursday, November 20th, 2025, will explore how gratitude and compassion foster essential human connections, boosting resilience and well-being in individuals and communities. We use the global impact of Compeer International to show how supportive relationships drive lasting change for people facing mental health challenges.

To register and for more info, please visit:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctBkl6q7mG0ZxeI2CjxGiugpSutUD9hvdvqFAJrUaMSiNOPw/viewform

11/04/2025

to late September, CompassionateUSA had the privilege of attending the Seventeenth Encuentro Mundial de Valores, where the Monterrey government led by Adrián de la Garza Santos received the "Certification for Compassion." This recognition celebrated Monterrey’s dedication to compassion and community-centered policies that truly put people first. Experiencing this moment reminded us that compassion is more than a value—it’s a powerful force for change. Across the U.S., efforts like CompassionateUSA, championed by former San Antonio Mayor, Ron Nirenberg and in partnership with other cities across the world, are showing how compassion can guide public service and civic engagement.

As we enter into election day, let’s bring that same spirit to the ballot box. Voting compassionately means choosing leaders and policies that reflect empathy, fairness, and a genuine care for one another.

Together, we can shape communities that heal, grow, and thrive because compassion connects us all.

10/28/2025

Join global change makers at the Charter for Compassion's Global Youth Conference featuring KidsRights on October 28–30, 2025. 📅

This inspiring global gathering will bring together passionate young changemakers from across the world committed to leading with compassion. Through powerful sessions, purpose-driven dialogue, and collaborative leadership, the conference aims to transform compassion into meaningful action at both local and global levels. 🌎

Register for the conference at this link: https://events.ringcentral.com/events/cfc-global-youth-conference-2025/registration

10/09/2025

“You yourself as much as anybody in the entire universe deserve love and affection.” — Mahatma Gandhi

This week’s quote is a gentle but powerful reminder that self-compassion is not an afterthought, but a necessity. In a world filled with tragedy and uncertainty, it is compassion that helps us stay grounded. It lifts our spirits and eases suffering both our own and that of others.

When we treat ourselves with love and kindness, we nurture our own well-being and inner strength. This self-compassion allows us to be more patient and understanding not only with ourselves but with those around us. It opens the door to deeper connections, greater resilience, and a more compassionate world.

Self-compassion isn't selfish, It's essential. It's the starting point for a more compassionate world. 💛

What is one small way you have given yourself love and compassion this week?

09/18/2025

International Day of Peace 2025 is this Sunday, September 21st, 2025! 🕊️🌍

Peace begins with us and with compassion. As the world honors Peace Day, we’re reminded that true peace isn’t just the absence of conflict, but the presence of compassion.

In response to a local tragedy, The Alamo Community Colleges District, the San Antonio PeaceCENTER and the City of San Antonio joined together to launch CompassionateUSA. Today, hundreds of communities are working together to build a more compassionate future.

Together, we can create stronger, more united communities one act of compassion at a time.

To discover more, please visit: https://compassionateusa.org/

09/04/2025

“Life is beautiful in all its colors, even the darker ones, they’re here for a reason.” — Chris Martin

Imagine a world where systems like families, friendships, workplaces, schools, and communities are deeply rooted in compassion, embracing every experience as part of life’s full spectrum of colors. 🎆

Just as this week's quote reminds us that even the darker moments have meaning. Compassion allows these systems to hold space for struggles and imperfections without judgment. In such a world, challenges are not just obstacles but essential parts of a shared human journey, strengthening connections and fostering growth.

Compassion becomes the thread that weaves everything together, making life’s complex, sometimes painful, colors beautiful and purposeful within the larger tapestry.

To learn more about compassion in systems, please visit: https://compassionateusa.org/be-connected/

08/27/2025

“Deal with yourself as an individual, worthy of respect and make everyone else deal with you the same way.” — Nikki Giovanni

This powerful quote by Nikki Giovanni, teaches us that when you recognize your own value, it becomes natural to honor the dignity in those around you. Compassion isn’t weakness; it’s a powerful acknowledgment that everyone, including yourself, is deserving of understanding, patience, and respect. By holding yourself to this standard, you invite others to treat you and each other the same respectful way.

How would our relationships and communities change if we treated ourselves with equal measures of respect and compassion?

To learn more about self-compassion, please visit: https://compassionateusa.org/be-good-to-yourself/