Through education, advising, and consulting, the empathy institute connects PEOPLE TO THEMSELVES, EACH OTHER, AND THE ISSUES THEY CARE ABOUT.
our story.
We’ve been committed to helping create a better world since our inception in January 2017. Originally “Growth Myndset”, The Empathy Institute is continually revolutionizing the way people and organizations approach sexual violence, consent, mental health, gender, and leadership. We’re innovators, story-tellers, and connectors, driven by passion and guided by empathy.
Our services
The Empathy Institute offers a wide-range of professional services for clients in both the public & private sectors. We specialize in driving individual and organizational growth via deeply personalized, tailored solutions. Whether you’re looking to inspire your team, transform your organization’s culture, or develop expertise on a particular social issue, The Empathy Institute is here to help.
training/facilitation
Evidence-based training programs, custom-built workshops, and dynamic facilitation services (focus groups, strategic discussions, and beyond). We make learning less elusive, more immersive, and always compassionate.
expert consulting
From monthly retainers to one-off projects, we are collaborative, flexible, and committed to maximizing our value to each and every client. Many companies don’t have equity & diversity expertise in-house - we’ve got you covered.
public speaking
We specialize in developing custom-built, ultra-relevant presentations on different topics. We promise to make you laugh, help you make sense of the world in plain language, and leave you itching to move mountains.
what our clients have to say
march 2018
“As the Chief of a women’s health department (Obstetrics, Gynecology & Newborn Care) that prides itself on the provision of patient-centred care, educating our physicians, fellows, and resident doctors on the importance of gender-diverse care is integral to our mission.
A colleague suggested Mike would be a good fit to speak to our department at a Grand Rounds presentation. From the moment I spoke with Mike on the phone, I knew he would deliver a well-informed talk. Planning the talk was easy—Mike is a great communicator and is knowledgeable on this topic.
His session was one of the most highly attended Grand Rounds I’ve seen in a while. Mike spoke eloquently and freely, helped unpack several key terminologies, and brought to light many things we traditionally take for granted, such as an inclusive use of pronouns. He entertained questions at the end of his talk and provided several resources to our physicians.
I would highly recommend Mike!”
Dr. Mark Walker, Department Head of Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Newborn Care
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our incredible clients, past & present
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