Marilyn Turkovich - The Charter for Compassion

The Charter for Compassion, initiated by Karen Armstrong in 2008, aims to promote compassion globally. It was developed with input from thousands and launched at the UN in 2009. The Charter has inspired events like Seeds of Compassion and is active in 54 countries, fostering community initiatives in education, healthcare, and social justice. It emphasizes compassion as a vital skill, encouraging empathy and action.

Who was the first recipient of the TED monetary award that led to the creation of the Charter for Compassion?

• Desmond Tutu

• Karen Armstrong

• Dalai Lama

• Goldie Hawn

What was Karen Armstrong's wish when she received the TED award?

• To organize a global conference

• To create a documentary

• To start a Charter for Compassion

• To write a new book

Which notable figures were involved in crafting the Charter for Compassion?

• Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela

• Desmond Tutu and Rabbi Sothenthorp

• Albert Einstein and Marie Curie

• Oprah Winfrey and Bill Gates

Where was the Charter for Compassion launched?

• The World Bank

• The White House

• The United Nations

• The European Parliament

What event in Chicago was associated with the Charter for Compassion?

• Compassionate Cities Initiative

• Global Compassion Conference

• World Peace Summit

• Seeds of Compassion

According to neuroscience, what is one benefit of compassion?

• Enhances creativity

• Reduces stress

• Improves memory

• Increases intelligence

What aspect of the narrator's upbringing influenced their understanding of community?

• Growing up in a multicultural environment

• Living in a rural area

• Attending a prestigious school

• Traveling extensively

How does the Charter for Compassion aim to address community concerns?

• Through social media campaigns

• By lobbying governments

• By organizing protests

• Through grassroots initiatives

In how many countries is the Charter for Compassion currently active?

• 100

• 54

• 25

• 10

What is the focus of the 'Think Equal' program mentioned in the Charter?

• Physical education

• Environmental education

• Social and emotional learning

• Mathematics and science