PassageWorks Institute

The PassageWorks Institute, "founded by Rachael Kessler, is dedicated to transforming the culture of classrooms, schools and districts so that the inner life of students and teachers is safe, nurtured and welcomed. By “inner life” we refer to that essential aspect of human nature that yearns for deep connection, grapples with difficult questions about meaning, and seeks a sense of purpose and genuine self-expression. For twenty years, our model for supporting these yearnings in young people has fostered the development of compassion and character, humility and excellence, and skills for collaboration and dialogue that are essential for a just democracy and a sustainable world."

Directors
Accessed October 2009:


 * David Brand, Co-Chair - Principal, Soulstice Consulting; Managing Partner, Gold Lake Resort
 * Gordon Dveirin - Organizational Development Consultant, President Dveirin & Associates
 * Shawna Friedman, Treasurer - Development Director, Rose Community Foundation
 * Rachael Kessler, Founder and President
 * John Lainson, Co-Chair - Financial Manager, RBC Wealth Management
 * KJ McCorry - Founder & CEO, Officiency Enterprises, Inc.
 * Erica Shafroth - Therapist, Educator, Artist, Mother of Three
 * Jennifer Walton - Consultant, Imagine Global Wellness

Advisory Board
Accessed October 2009:


 * Angeles Arrien
 * Alexander W. Astin
 * Joan Borysenko
 * Peter Cobb
 * Dee Dickinson
 * Maurice Elias
 * Jeannette Gerzon
 * Julie Glover
 * Mark T. Greenberg
 * Tobin Hart
 * Mutima Imani
 * Janice Jackson
 * Susan Keister
 * Linda Lantieri
 * Michael Lerner
 * Thomas Lickona
 * Lynnaea Lumbard
 * Ron Miller
 * Pamela Seigle
 * David Sluyter
 * Dan Spinner
 * John Steiner
 * Peggy Taylor
 * Roger P. Weissberg

Contact

 * Web: http://passageworks.org