ABSTRACT

This conclusion aims to draw together many of the themes from places featured in this book, starting by outlining areas of shared practice then discussing similar challenges and finally commenting on three practice-based tools, that are utilised in compassionate city and compassionate community initiatives.

Whilst each community is unique, there are similarities in approaches, challenges and lessons learnt that can be helpful to places looking to develop or start a compassionate city or community initiative. The most common approaches within the chapters are practical ingredients needed in developing compassionate cities/communities.