Compassionate Systems
In Action
Supporting System Transformation Across Sectors
To date, the BC Network has engaged primarily with the public education system. With the support of the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care, the Network has offered training sessions in most school districts and many independent schools. Additionally, the Network has worked over the last three years with the provincial Strengthening Early Years to Kindergarten initiative; this initiative is designed to nurture systemic connections between the early childhood and K-12 sectors. While the work with other sectors is just beginning, the Compassionate Systems BC framework has relevance for all systems: community based and across other government ministries. We anticipate this segment of the work to grow, creating opportunities within and across all child and family serving sectors.
Compassionate Systems in Education
A partnership between the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care and HELP has facilitated the offering of Compassionate Systems sessions in schools and districts across the province. The partnership has developed a consistent approach to Compassionate Systems training in education through BC-specific content development and standardization. We have also been intentional in aligning the Compassionate Systems framework with related initiatives for leadership development, equity enhancement and mental health in schools.
The Network works with school districts and schools to tailor the content of Compassionate Systems sessions to local needs and interests. Training options include:
- Introduction to Compassionate Systems Leadership
- Using Compassionate Systems as a lens for District planning
- School-Based Compassionate Systems
- Compassionate Systems in Early Learning
- Practicing with Compassionate Systems (coaching support)
Training is offered on a fee-for-service basis.