Celebrating communities that care
World Compassionate Communities Day is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the people, organisations and communities helping create more compassionate responses to caring, ageing, serious illness, dying and grief.
Each year, communities across Australia and around the world come together to share ideas, celebrate local initiatives and inspire action that strengthens community capability and connection.
ABOUT THE DAY
A global movement for stronger communities
World Compassionate Communities Day celebrates the growing international movement that recognises caring, dying, grieving and supporting one another as a shared community responsibility.
It highlights the important role that families, friends, neighbours, workplaces, schools, community organisations and health services all play in creating compassionate communities.
The day provides an opportunity to learn, connect and celebrate the many ways communities are supporting one another.
2024 HIGHLIGHTS
Celebrating our inaugural event
In 2024, Compassionate Communities Australia proudly recognised World Compassionate Communities Day by bringing together communities, partners and supporters to celebrate local action and community-led approaches across Australia.
When we share our skills and kindness, neighbourhoods can become connected, confident and compassionate.
GET INVOLVED
Be part of World Compassionate Communities Day
Whether you’re an individual, community group, workplace, local government, health service or organisation, everyone can play a role in building stronger communities.
There are many ways to get involved, from hosting local events and sharing stories to encouraging conversations and supporting community-led initiatives.
Together, we can help grow a more compassionate Australia.
Compassionate Communities Australia is the national organisation building community capability through advocacy, practical resources, partnerships and community-led action.
