Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom

The Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW) is a global charity based in London, established in 2005. It supports people in developing a warm heart and a wise mind, which it sees as the basis of a more meaningful life built on caring for others and a deeper happiness that can weather life's ups and downs.

At the centre of its work are the 16 Guidelines for Life, an ethical framework offering practical tools for cultivating compassion, wisdom and a sense of responsibility towards ourselves, others and the planet. FDCW's resources include the 16 Guidelines book, the Building Inner Strength course and the 16 Guidelines app, along with free videos, articles and meditations in audio and video form.

FDCW provides secular training, programmes and resources across many sectors of society, including schools, universities, hospices, workplaces, healthcare, youth groups and community centres. Its courses have reached thousands of people through a network of facilitators in more than 20 countries. Those facilitators use the 16 Guidelines to guide workshops, discussion groups and community projects.

FDCW is affiliated with the FPMT and is a registered charity in England and Wales.