Compassion
The act of showing kindness and empathy to others
Beliefs
Our required mindset about this value
We believe that showing genuine concern about the needs of others through our actions fosters appreciation and tolerance, leading to a sense of safety in the workplace and opportunity for seeing new possibilities.
Words
Examples of how we would express this value
Appreciating and being sensitive to the difficulty of others and what they may be experiencing through our expressions of kindness, caring and helpfulness, which creates greater trust and learning for all involved.
Actions
Examples of our everyday behaviours that demonstrate how we actively live the value
- Listening, connecting and acknowledging a challenging situation facing an individual with kindness and taking action to help that person address the challenge.
- Listening and talking in a genuine and interested manner that reflects your full attention in your interaction with others.
- Taking the time to listen and see the world as the other person sees it without judgment.
Share your Story
We want to hear from you. Every day faculty, staff, students and learners around the province are bringing our vision and values to life. Nominate a colleague to profile or share your story by email at communications.med@ubc.ca
Compassion In Action
Peer mentorship programs vital for supporting women leaving prison
New Faculty of Medicine research underscores the value of peer mentorship programs in navigating the transition from prison back into the community.
Deborah Money awarded Red Ribbon Award from AIDS Vancouver
The award is in recognition of her years of work and dedication to help support people living with HIV/AIDS.
Helping medical residents achieve their best state of wellness
UBC office empowers residents to engage in taking care of their mental, emotional, spiritual and physical well-being.
Healthy aging through education
Dr. Roger Wong is dedicated to training and mentoring medical students, residents and students in health professions programs to join him in a career providing care for seniors.
Robot an effective pain management tool for premature babies
A therapeutic robot that simulates human skin-to-skin contact is helping to reduce pain for babies.