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Compassionate Action

At ISG, compassionate action lies at the core of who we are, reflect-
ing our mission to "inspire innovation and compassionate action."
This principle goes beyond recognition—it drives us to act. Com-
passionate action is central to our Graduate Profile, bringing to life
traits like leadership, as students learn to take initiative in supporting
others; collaboration, as they join forces to address real-world chal-
lenges; and open-mindedness, as they explore and respect diverse
perspectives and needs. It also fosters integrity, critical thinking and
ASD students practiced compassionate action
a growth mindset, encouraging students to engage ethically and
on their WOW trip to Sri Lanka by helping at
learn continually from their experiences in helping others.
a local school for the visually impaired and
Through this integration of traits, compassionate action not only deaf community. Students painted the new
aligns with our mission but actively equips students to become dorm and then played games, painted nails
thoughtful, innovative leaders in a global society. This approach en- and practiced their sign language with the
sures that every student thrives not only in academics but also in students. They were also able to donate
developing a well-rounded character, ready to make a meaningful, clothes and toys to each child.
positive impact on the world.

Compassionate Action Across the ISG Schools Actions Taken to Increase
Compassionate Action

Across ISG, all schools have integrated 'compassionate action' into
their curricula and extracurricular activities, focusing on a wide
» During ISG’s Compassion Conference,
range of initiatives highlighting the significance of empathy and
students from each ISG school worked
compassion.
closely with Ivy Yan, a member of the
» ASD continued its global award-winning efforts with the Best
group Inspire Citizens, to create action
Buddies program and the energy-saving Flipping the Switch for
plans that refocus and reimagine the
a Better World campaign.
school experience. Their projects were
» BSD empowered student leadership through peer mentoring
implemented under the leadership of
and the Change Your Mind initiative focused on personal and
the school compassion leads.
peer improvement.
» ISG Dammam was highlighted locally for its community tree- » The Professional Development (PD)
committee and other relevant teams
planting and beach clean-up efforts, as well as its Empathy to
Impact projects. reviewed survey data across ISG to
» ISG Jubail empowered their compassion clubs to symbolize the pinpoint areas needing improvement
for the upcoming school year. Based
strength of the community through a mural of green harmony
as well as unity days. on feedback from student surveys in
» Sara Village School engaged in meaningful compassion by both the 2022-23 and 2023-24 school
years and faculty interest in dedicat-
donating surplus funds from their farmer's markets to charity
and became members of Eco-Schools and formed a Student ing more time to this initiative, the PD
Eco-Council. committee decided to extend its focus
on acceptance, inclusion and respect
These initiatives demonstrate a deep commitment to nurturing
compassion and empathy within their communities. (AIR) into the 2024-25 school year.

Indicators of Increased Compassionate Action

74% Students in ISG’s annual student survey indicated that

friends support them in challenging times

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