The Hearts of Kindness Campaign has been an extraordinary journey of empathy, connection, and action. Through this international initiative, WorldEd Foundation brought together students, educators, and coordinators from across the globe to foster a culture of kindness and inspire meaningful change. Today, we extend our deepest gratitude to Ms. Ecem Şener from Etimesgut District Directorate of National Education, every school, coordinator, and student who participated in this transformative campaign.
Each act of kindness, every thoughtful interaction, and all the collaborative efforts made have created a ripple effect, impacting communities worldwide. Below, we highlight some of the incredible schools and their coordinators who embodied the campaign’s mission and values.
Featured Schools and Their Coordinators
Mission Statement: The goal is to raise individuals who are professionally competent, exemplary and pioneering in society, prioritize quality, adhere to national and moral values, are open to innovation, cultured, and responsible.
Coordinator: Tuğba Gökçe
Review:" Thanks to this campaign, especially my students' in the group and the other students' awareness toward environment and kindness is raised. We have learned and be awarded what kindness is and its effects. Beside that, my students got an opportunity to communicate with people from other countries. Thanks a lot for everything you have done so far!!"
Mission Statement: Our school mission is Towards a modern tomorrow with humane generations who ask, question, produce, respect ideas, rights and freedoms, and have national values.
Coordinator: Nagehan Sunay
Review: " I did not have much information about this campaign when I joined. I joined to help my students improve their foreign languages. This campaign helped my students improve their foreign languages and also helped them learn new information about kindness. It was great that the meetings were interactive. It was great that the presenter kept the students active by constantly asking questions. It also contributed to us to do an application about kindness. I am very happy to be a part of this campaign. I would like to thank everyone who contributed."
Mission Statement: We Are the Future in Science, Art, and Sports! Since our founding in 1984, we have been striving to lead education in Turkey at world-class standards, illuminating the future in the light of the Republic and following Atatürk's path! With our motto, "7 Cities, 11 Campuses, One School!" We take pride in nurturing creative and responsible individuals who learn by doing and experiencing, embracing universal values!
Coordinator: Selen Ertunç
Review:"The campaign to encourage kindness at Özel Nesibe Aydın Yıldızlar Middle School had a big impact on the students and the whole school. Through different activities like teamwork projects and interesting talks, students learned to value empathy and respect. During the campaign, one memorable event was the students' kind effort to help a school that needed support, as part of the Sustainable Development Goal of Quality Education. They held a book donation campaign, gathering lots of educational books and storybooks to make the other school's library better. They didn't stop there; they went to the school and taught English in a fun way. They played games, told stories, and worked together, making learning exciting and helping the students feel connected. This trip was really important because it showed the students how their actions can make a big difference right away. It helped them feel more connected to others and understand the problems they face. It showed how interaction and collaboration can create better learning chances for everyone and how education is key to building stronger, more welcoming communities."
Mission Statement: Acting on the principle that Turkey should be the center of producing alternative energy technologies, our mission is to educate students in order to be conscious and aware of efficient energy consumption.
Coordinator: Serpil Faiz
Review: “The idea of being a part of this ''Hearts of Kindness'' project seemed so exciting to us. My students firstly shot a video introducing themselves and talking about how we can spread the virtual importance of kindness online. They enjoyed the idea very much and they are so excited for the final presentation and happy for being an important part of this project. We as Cezeri Green Technology High School are proud of taking action in that project, as we believe we can change the world by even a little movement.”
Mission Statement: In a safe environment; using modern and scientific education teaching methods; knowing the ways to access information and technology that protect their national and moral values, applying them, setting realistic goals, sensitive to the environment, protecting the environmental culture, self-confident, participant; successful in social, artistic and sports fields; we exist to raise entrepreneurial and self-confident individuals with increased democracy awareness.
Coordinator: Şirin Atilgan
Review: " This project taught us how beautiful unity and solidarity are and that we can overcome anything when we are good and kind to each other. We understood more clearly that communication is a light for every living being, no matter with whom or when, and kindness is a light for every darkness. Kindness is a powerful key to communication. All of this became more certain for us thanks to the project."
Mission Statement: “Within the framework of duties set by the Ministry of National Education, Republic of Turkey, to raise citizens who are attached to the principles and reforms of Atatürk, who love their country and nation, have adopted the principles and values of society, and are healthy, happy, contemporary, and productive.”
Coordinator: Fulya Demirtaş
Review: "As for my comment about this project, it was an amazing experience for my students. We enjoyed it. The best side of the project was that my students tried to integrate this kindness into every field of their lives. I observed that even at school. For instance, while we were conducting that project, one of my students had family problems. The way my students approached this student made me happy. They did not insist on my student who was upset to share her problems, instead, they told her they were with her and could listen to her whenever she needed. The language they used was so kind. They gave a space for her to live her sorrow which is also a good way to show you understand that person. That was too kind. However, we would have been more pleased if there had been more interaction and if the students had talked more instead of writing their messages to the chatbox. Nevertheless, it was amazing having teachers and students from different countries”.
Mission Statement: Arete International Academy, we inspire excellence by unlocking potential, fostering creativity, and nurturing compassionate global citizens ready to lead and thrive in a dynamic world.
Coordinators: Renee Thomas & Uchenna Pompey
Coordinator: Zuhal Beyret
A Global Movement of Kindness
The Hearts of Kindness Campaign proved that when we come together for a shared purpose, our actions can transcend borders and create meaningful change. Coordinators and students alike became advocates for kindness, showing how compassion can shape not only individual lives but entire communities.
To all who joined us on this journey, thank you for being pioneers of kindness. You have not only inspired others but also shown that even the smallest acts can lead to extraordinary outcomes. Together, we are building a brighter, more compassionate world.
Let’s continue spreading kindness and making a difference.
Stay kind, stay connected, and keep inspiring!