Listen "Think Equal: Leslee Udwin on Transforming Education Through Empathy"
Episode Synopsis
What if teaching empathy from an early age could transform societies and prevent deep-rooted challenges?In this episode, Leslee Udwin, founder of Think Equal, a global charity revolutionising education, shares her remarkable journey. From discovering her purpose in Indian prison cells to designing programmes that instil social-emotional skills in young children, Leslee’s mission is to foster kinder, more equitable communities worldwide.What You'll Learn- Early Intervention: Why embedding social-emotional learning at ages 3–6 builds lifelong foundations for empathy, compassion, and self-regulation.- Global Impact: How Think Equal tailors its programs for diverse cultures - from Australia to Nigeria - ensuring universal resonance and reach.- Evidence-Based Change: Discover how rigorous randomised trials validate the effectiveness of empathy-focused curricula and drive government adoption worldwide.We explore Think Equal’s transformative 30-lesson curriculum, packed with engaging books, films, and activities, and celebrate its proven success in countries like Lithuania and Spain.Leslee’s mission is for a world where we prioritise holistic child development over traditional rote learning.Lou Brown Talks is produced by Urban Podcasts.
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