Affiliate Network

At Human Growth Compass, we believe in the transformative power of human connection. True change happens through collaboration — when people and organizations come together around shared values and a common vision.

We work alongside an international network of educators, researchers, organizations, and professionals driving innovation in education, mental health, and social change. Together, we design initiatives, share knowledge, and develop practices that foster human growth at every level.

Our network includes:
Educational and research institutions advancing educational transformation and deeper learning
Experts and organizations specializing in Compassion and Compassionate Mind Training
Visionary educators and pioneers in education reform
Psychologists
We welcome new collaborations. If you share our vision for a more humane,
 just and mindful world, we would love to connect!

Balanced Minds

Balanced Minds is a leading UK-based organization dedicated to promoting mental health through Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). Founded in 2012 by Dr. Chris Irons, Dr. Corina Ioannou, and Dr. Charlie Heriot-Maitland - three experienced clinical psychologists united by a vision to provide high-quality psychological support grounded in the science and power of compassion.
From a small collaborative team, Balanced Minds has grown into the world’s largest specialized provider of CFT, with a multidisciplinary and experienced core team of psychologists and therapists who work with professionalism, empathy, and a human-centered approach.
Dr. Charlie Heriot-Maitland: Clinical psychologist, researcher, and trainer specializing in trauma and psychosis from a compassion-focused perspective. He contributes to the development and adaptation of CFT for psychotic symptoms.
Dr. Chris Irons: Clinical psychologist, international CFT trainer and supervisor, collaborator with CFT founder Professor Paul Gilbert, with extensive NHS experience and global training delivery.
Dr. Corina Ioannou: Specialist in Compassion Focused Therapy and Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), integrating CBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic approaches, providing therapy for individuals and couples.
Together, they form the core of Balanced Minds, leading the global dissemination of compassion-based therapy and training.

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High Tech High (HTH) is an innovative educational organization based in California, USA, comprising 16 public schools ranging from kindergarten to secondary education, as well as a renowned Graduate School of Education. With over 20 years of experience, HTH is recognized as a leader in deeper learning, project-based learning, and education rooted in inclusion, creativity, and meaningful action.
A central pillar of the High Tech High Graduate School of Education is the Center for Love & Justice, a dynamic initiative dedicated to designing schools grounded in love, justice and equity. Through research activities, participatory workshops and educational programs, the Center collaborates with students, educators and communities to transform schools into spaces of creativity, innovation, critical thinking and social responsibility. High Tech High and its pedagogical framework form a vibrant ecosystem of learning and educational innovation that bridges theory and practice, inspiring educational networks worldwide.
Leading the collaboration team is Dr. Kaleb Rashad - frm CEO of the High Tech High educational group and Founding Creative Director of the Center for Love & Justice. A pioneering educator and visionary, Dr. Rashad brings extensive experience in organizational transformation and in creating innovative, inclusive schools with open, participatory cultures that activate communities and foster deeper learning.

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Compassion It

Compassion It is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring everyday acts and attitudes of compassion. Its vision is a world where every person practices compassion — toward themselves and others — every day. Through experiential educational programs and tangible tools, such as the reversible Compassion It wristbands, the organization promotes compassion as a daily practice with a positive social impact.
The founder and director is Sara Schairer, a TEDx speaker and compassion trainer with extensive experience in Stanford University’s Compassion Cultivation Training® program. Sara teaches compassion and mindfulness courses at San Diego State University and the UCSD Center for Mindfulness, having trained thousands from diverse social and professional backgrounds — from executives at leading tech companies to inmates in maximum-security prisons.
Partnering in this mission is Burrell Poe, a U.S. military veteran and certified compassion trainer based in Chicago. Burrell is active in social justice and nonviolent action, developing tools that foster peace, forgiveness, and reconciliation in communities worldwide.
Through their work, the Compassion It team creates the foundation for a more compassionate, just, and connected world — a world where compassion is not just an ideal, but a daily act of change.

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Life is For All

Life is for All is a non-profit civil society organization founded by a group of citizens united by a shared vision: a society without exclusion. Grounded in the belief that inclusion is a fundamental human right, the organization promotes the equal participation of people with physical disabilities and neurodevelopmental differences in all aspects of communal life.
A central focus of its work is raising awareness and educating society about neurodevelopmental disorders, aiming to eliminate prejudice and combat stigma. Through this process, Life is for All encourages social acceptance and inclusion in everyday life.
The organization places special emphasis on education and employment, recognizing that experiences of exclusion often begin in school and intensify in the workplace. Without meaningful inclusion in these two areas, people with disabilities remain marginalized. Life is for All seeks deep, structural changes that pave the way for a truly inclusive society.
Through active presence and ongoing initiatives, Life is for All strives to build bridges of understanding, amplify the voices of the invisible, and forge alliances with organizations that share its vision: a society where diversity is not a barrier, but a source of strength and coexistence.

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The Power of A Flower

Power of a Flower is a unique social initiative that breathes new life into the concepts of inclusion and empowerment through meaningful work. Behind every bouquet lies a dynamic team of individuals who were once categorized as People with Disabilities (PWD) — and who today claim their place in society not through labels, but through their skills, talents, and creativity.
At the heart of the organization’s mission is work as a catalyst for change: a means to foster confidence, social connection, independence, and dignity. Members of Power of a Flower passionately engage in floriculture, flower arranging, estate management, bouquet delivery to subscribers, communication, and sales. Experienced members support newcomers, cultivating a culture of collaboration and solidarity. This team stands as a living example of what can be achieved when everyone is given space to flourish. Each member not only works but also sets goals, builds friendships, and develops autonomy — achieving small yet meaningful victories every day.
Power of a Flower aims to challenge outdated perceptions about disability and work. It advocates for every person’s right to participate fully in social and professional life, with respect and equality. Its work serves as both a “passport” for its members and a powerful message to society: diversity is not a weakness; it is a strength. With a vision of a fairer tomorrow, where every flower in the garden has room to bloom, Power of a Flower builds bridges instead of walls. It informs, inspires, and opens public dialogue for an inclusive society.

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The Greek Center for Compassion Focused Therapy is the official partner of the Compassionate Mind Foundation in Greece, dedicated to promoting mental health and well-being for individuals, groups, and organizations through the cultivation of compassion. 
Based on the principles of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Compassionate Mind Training (CMT), the Center offers therapeutic services for individuals and groups, supervision and training for mental health professionals, self-help tools, and compassion-building programs for the wider public. Additionally, it is active in research, contributing to the scientific evidence of compassion as a key driver of psychological resilience and sustainable change.
The founder and scientific director of the Center is Elli Tholouli, M.Sc., a psychologist with extensive experience and specialization in CFT through the Compassionate Mind Foundation. She has worked for over two decades with adults, parents and adolescents, and also serves as a trainer and supervisor for mental health professionals in Greece. The Center is a vibrant space of learning, empathy and support, aspiring to contribute to the creation of a society centered on people and compassion as a way of life.

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