Today a huge amount of global challenges and social issues need to be solves. Empathy is a core ability needed for this. Empathizing with the feelings and perspectives of others is the foundation for good communication, teamwork, and strong leadership. In a time characterized by connectivity and change, students who learn to forge and navigate relationships in the classroom will thrive in tomorrow’s workroom and boardroom. Ashoka sets out to discover the key principles and how-to practices needed to cultivate empathy. They interviewed more than 60 educators and leading social entrepreneurs, and asked “What works?” and "What would it take to create a classroom where kids’ social and emotional needs are met and how to cultivate the kinds of skills that are critical for success in today’s (and tomorrow’s) world?" The result is not a prescription or a formula. The Start Empathy Toolkit is a living set of tools that will grow and evolve over time, as each of us adds our own.