Templeton World Charity Foundation
@templetonworld.bsky.social
Templeton World Charity Foundation catalyzes discovery and accelerates progress in the spiritual search for meaning, purpose, and truth.
Visit our website: https://www.templetonworldcharity.org/
Visit our website: https://www.templetonworldcharity.org/
A recent article on @greatergoodedu.bsky.social explores why family estrangement is becoming more common and why it’s often the result of accumulated hurt, miscommunication, and unmet expectations.
🔗 Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4q73gsr
🔗 Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4q73gsr
How Estranged Parents and Adult Children Can Heal
Therapists can help estranged families understand the past, work on making amends, and potentially rebuild their relationships.
greatergood.berkeley.edu
January 30, 2026 at 9:53 PM
A recent article on @greatergoodedu.bsky.social explores why family estrangement is becoming more common and why it’s often the result of accumulated hurt, miscommunication, and unmet expectations.
🔗 Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4q73gsr
🔗 Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4q73gsr
For decades, scientists have struggled to identify and measure joy.
@wileyprof.bsky.social's TWCF-funded project aims to demonstrate that joy is an aspect of intelligence.
Read his latest publication below.
Learn more about the project here: www.templetonworldcharity.org/projects-res...
@wileyprof.bsky.social's TWCF-funded project aims to demonstrate that joy is an aspect of intelligence.
Read his latest publication below.
Learn more about the project here: www.templetonworldcharity.org/projects-res...
January 29, 2026 at 10:40 AM
For decades, scientists have struggled to identify and measure joy.
@wileyprof.bsky.social's TWCF-funded project aims to demonstrate that joy is an aspect of intelligence.
Read his latest publication below.
Learn more about the project here: www.templetonworldcharity.org/projects-res...
@wileyprof.bsky.social's TWCF-funded project aims to demonstrate that joy is an aspect of intelligence.
Read his latest publication below.
Learn more about the project here: www.templetonworldcharity.org/projects-res...
An article written in honor of TWCF’s founder, Sir John, stresses that collaboration between science and religion can optimize human development and enhance equity and social justice.
🔗 Article: https://bit.ly/4bkFju5
👉 Sir John's vision: https://bit.ly/4rdW3aT
🔗 Article: https://bit.ly/4bkFju5
👉 Sir John's vision: https://bit.ly/4rdW3aT
Revisiting the Rocks of Ages: The Ontology of Human Development as a Sample Case of Meaningful Collaborations Between the Magisteriums of Science and Religion
We argue for the possibility of creating a mutually-meaningful and mutually-consequential collaboration between the Magisteriums of Religion and Science by providing a sample case about how fundamental issues in understanding the ontology of being human...
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January 28, 2026 at 5:53 PM
An article written in honor of TWCF’s founder, Sir John, stresses that collaboration between science and religion can optimize human development and enhance equity and social justice.
🔗 Article: https://bit.ly/4bkFju5
👉 Sir John's vision: https://bit.ly/4rdW3aT
🔗 Article: https://bit.ly/4bkFju5
👉 Sir John's vision: https://bit.ly/4rdW3aT
Published at the end of last year by the Fundación Libertad y Progreso and funded by TWCF, the new Educational Freedom Index highlights significant differences across the region.
👉 https://www.memo.com.ar/cultura/indice-libertad-educativa/
👉 https://www.memo.com.ar/cultura/indice-libertad-educativa/
Qui�n es qui�n en el �ndice de Libertad Educativa 2025
Chile lidera el �ndice de Libertad Educativa 2025 y Cuba queda �ltima: nuevo estudio alerta fuertes diferencias en la regi�n.
www.memo.com.ar
January 26, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Published at the end of last year by the Fundación Libertad y Progreso and funded by TWCF, the new Educational Freedom Index highlights significant differences across the region.
👉 https://www.memo.com.ar/cultura/indice-libertad-educativa/
👉 https://www.memo.com.ar/cultura/indice-libertad-educativa/
“Educating for peace should be informed by lessons learned from the past.”
In a new paper, the Aegis Trust in Rwanda presents its storytelling approach to educating for peace.
👉 https://www.emerald.com/jced/article/20/2/43/1323766/Shaping-a-Peaceful-Future-by-Learning-Lessons-From
In a new paper, the Aegis Trust in Rwanda presents its storytelling approach to educating for peace.
👉 https://www.emerald.com/jced/article/20/2/43/1323766/Shaping-a-Peaceful-Future-by-Learning-Lessons-From
Shaping a Peaceful Future by Learning Lessons From the Past: The Peace And Values Education Programs of Aegis Trust in Rwanda1
Educating for peace should be informed by lessons learned from the past. The Peace and Values Education programs of Aegis Trust in Rwanda apply lessons learned from the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi...
www.emerald.com
January 23, 2026 at 9:54 PM
“Educating for peace should be informed by lessons learned from the past.”
In a new paper, the Aegis Trust in Rwanda presents its storytelling approach to educating for peace.
👉 https://www.emerald.com/jced/article/20/2/43/1323766/Shaping-a-Peaceful-Future-by-Learning-Lessons-From
In a new paper, the Aegis Trust in Rwanda presents its storytelling approach to educating for peace.
👉 https://www.emerald.com/jced/article/20/2/43/1323766/Shaping-a-Peaceful-Future-by-Learning-Lessons-From
Researchers have recently proposed a new framework to facilitate rigorous science in the biocultural approaches to intergenerational trauma, survival, and resilience.
Rana Dajani, one of the leading authors, recently took part in the TWCF Academic Writing Course.
👉 https://bit.ly/49tAflM
Rana Dajani, one of the leading authors, recently took part in the TWCF Academic Writing Course.
👉 https://bit.ly/49tAflM
TWCF Academic Writing Course - HigherEd+
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January 21, 2026 at 6:41 PM
Researchers have recently proposed a new framework to facilitate rigorous science in the biocultural approaches to intergenerational trauma, survival, and resilience.
Rana Dajani, one of the leading authors, recently took part in the TWCF Academic Writing Course.
👉 https://bit.ly/49tAflM
Rana Dajani, one of the leading authors, recently took part in the TWCF Academic Writing Course.
👉 https://bit.ly/49tAflM
A new article in @nature.com examines how theoretical frameworks shape progress in the scientific study of consciousness.
👉 The article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s44271-025-00361-z
👉 The project: https://www.templetonworldcharity.org/projects-resources/project-database/30264
👉 The article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s44271-025-00361-z
👉 The project: https://www.templetonworldcharity.org/projects-resources/project-database/30264
January 19, 2026 at 8:50 PM
A new article in @nature.com examines how theoretical frameworks shape progress in the scientific study of consciousness.
👉 The article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s44271-025-00361-z
👉 The project: https://www.templetonworldcharity.org/projects-resources/project-database/30264
👉 The article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s44271-025-00361-z
👉 The project: https://www.templetonworldcharity.org/projects-resources/project-database/30264
📢 Global Request for Planning grants for Listening & Learning in a Polarized World.
We’re awarding up to USD $100,000 to support the planning of research dedicated to understanding and mapping the phenomenon of polarization or depolarization globally.
Apply by March 6, 2026: https://bit.ly/49F3ocy
We’re awarding up to USD $100,000 to support the planning of research dedicated to understanding and mapping the phenomenon of polarization or depolarization globally.
Apply by March 6, 2026: https://bit.ly/49F3ocy
Listening and Learning in a Polarized World Global Request for Planning Grants
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Listening and Learning in a Polarized World Global Request for Planning Grants Templeton World Charity Foundation (TWCF) is pleased…
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January 16, 2026 at 3:00 PM
📢 Global Request for Planning grants for Listening & Learning in a Polarized World.
We’re awarding up to USD $100,000 to support the planning of research dedicated to understanding and mapping the phenomenon of polarization or depolarization globally.
Apply by March 6, 2026: https://bit.ly/49F3ocy
We’re awarding up to USD $100,000 to support the planning of research dedicated to understanding and mapping the phenomenon of polarization or depolarization globally.
Apply by March 6, 2026: https://bit.ly/49F3ocy
A new study examined whether locally developed instruments can complement Western tools in understanding adolescent mental health among Kenyan youth.
👉 https://bit.ly/3Yyv0el
Tom Osborn, the corresponding author, recently took part in the TWCF Academic Writing Course.
👉 https://bit.ly/3Yyv0el
Tom Osborn, the corresponding author, recently took part in the TWCF Academic Writing Course.
Long-term Health Outcomes and Dissemination Strategies for Adolescent Character Strength…
The Shamiri Institute will study the long-term benefits of the Shamiri Intervention, a character-strength program for Kenyan adolescents in low-income…
www.templetonworldcharity.org
January 14, 2026 at 6:08 PM
A new study examined whether locally developed instruments can complement Western tools in understanding adolescent mental health among Kenyan youth.
👉 https://bit.ly/3Yyv0el
Tom Osborn, the corresponding author, recently took part in the TWCF Academic Writing Course.
👉 https://bit.ly/3Yyv0el
Tom Osborn, the corresponding author, recently took part in the TWCF Academic Writing Course.
A new study by researchers of North Carolina University at Chapel Hill found that high-quality listening behaviors are strongly linked to increased social connection between strangers.
👉 Read the article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s44271-025-00342-2
👉 Read the article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s44271-025-00342-2
Client Challenge
www.nature.com
January 13, 2026 at 5:51 PM
A new study by researchers of North Carolina University at Chapel Hill found that high-quality listening behaviors are strongly linked to increased social connection between strangers.
👉 Read the article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s44271-025-00342-2
👉 Read the article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s44271-025-00342-2
As we close out 2025, we're celebrating the spirit of curiosity that drives discovery.
The Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas remains open - inviting researchers and partners to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next chapter.
https://bit.ly/446P4rr
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
The Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas remains open - inviting researchers and partners to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next chapter.
https://bit.ly/446P4rr
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
December 31, 2025 at 5:47 PM
As we close out 2025, we're celebrating the spirit of curiosity that drives discovery.
The Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas remains open - inviting researchers and partners to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next chapter.
https://bit.ly/446P4rr
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
The Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas remains open - inviting researchers and partners to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next chapter.
https://bit.ly/446P4rr
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
As we close 2025, we celebrate the spirit of curiosity that drives discovery.
The Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas remains open - inviting researchers to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next chapter.
templetonworldcharity.org/global-call-...
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
The Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas remains open - inviting researchers to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next chapter.
templetonworldcharity.org/global-call-...
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
December 31, 2025 at 2:10 PM
As we close 2025, we celebrate the spirit of curiosity that drives discovery.
The Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas remains open - inviting researchers to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next chapter.
templetonworldcharity.org/global-call-...
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
The Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas remains open - inviting researchers to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next chapter.
templetonworldcharity.org/global-call-...
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
This year’s Teens and Screens Report from the @scholarsnstory.bsky.social at #UCLA found that media is still a “currency of connection” for Gen Z and Gen Alpha.
👉 Read the article: https://bit.ly/490H3G6
👉 Read the article: https://bit.ly/490H3G6
December 19, 2025 at 9:11 PM
This year’s Teens and Screens Report from the @scholarsnstory.bsky.social at #UCLA found that media is still a “currency of connection” for Gen Z and Gen Alpha.
👉 Read the article: https://bit.ly/490H3G6
👉 Read the article: https://bit.ly/490H3G6
1/ Using data from the first wave of the Global Flourishing Study, researchers set out to understand how childhood experiences affect adult community participation across societies.
🔗 Read the study: www.nature.com/articles/s41...
🔗 Read the study: www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Childhood experiences and adult community participation in secular and religious contexts in 22 countries - Scientific Reports
Scientific Reports - Childhood experiences and adult community participation in secular and religious contexts in 22 countries
www.nature.com
December 18, 2025 at 5:01 PM
1/ Using data from the first wave of the Global Flourishing Study, researchers set out to understand how childhood experiences affect adult community participation across societies.
🔗 Read the study: www.nature.com/articles/s41...
🔗 Read the study: www.nature.com/articles/s41...
A recent tree-ring dating @nature.com study revisited a 1990s analysis of two oak-panel portraits, pairing the original data with today’s improved imaging techniques and updated reference chronologies.
👉 Explore their findings: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-025-06066-2
👉 Explore their findings: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-025-06066-2
A replication study in dendrochronology—revisiting the panels of two portraits of Rembrandt - Humanities and Social Sciences Communications
Humanities and Social Sciences Communications - A replication study in dendrochronology—revisiting the panels of two portraits of Rembrandt
www.nature.com
December 18, 2025 at 3:48 PM
A recent tree-ring dating @nature.com study revisited a 1990s analysis of two oak-panel portraits, pairing the original data with today’s improved imaging techniques and updated reference chronologies.
👉 Explore their findings: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-025-06066-2
👉 Explore their findings: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-025-06066-2
The Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas is open - a global invitation to share bold ideas that could shape TWCF's next chapter.
Learn more: http://templetonworldcharity.org/global-call-for-ideas
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
Learn more: http://templetonworldcharity.org/global-call-for-ideas
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
December 16, 2025 at 6:36 PM
The Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas is open - a global invitation to share bold ideas that could shape TWCF's next chapter.
Learn more: http://templetonworldcharity.org/global-call-for-ideas
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
Learn more: http://templetonworldcharity.org/global-call-for-ideas
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
What is the purpose of education in today’s society?
The @oecd-ocde.bsky.social published its Education for human flourishing framework–funded by TWCF–with the goal of shaping the international conversation on the future of education.
🔗 Read it here: https://bit.ly/4q4G7Hy
The @oecd-ocde.bsky.social published its Education for human flourishing framework–funded by TWCF–with the goal of shaping the international conversation on the future of education.
🔗 Read it here: https://bit.ly/4q4G7Hy
Education for human flourishing
In the future, education systems should nurture a broader range of capabilities, help restore meaning to young people's lives and equip them with the skills and ambition to remake our societies, econo...
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December 12, 2025 at 9:14 PM
What is the purpose of education in today’s society?
The @oecd-ocde.bsky.social published its Education for human flourishing framework–funded by TWCF–with the goal of shaping the international conversation on the future of education.
🔗 Read it here: https://bit.ly/4q4G7Hy
The @oecd-ocde.bsky.social published its Education for human flourishing framework–funded by TWCF–with the goal of shaping the international conversation on the future of education.
🔗 Read it here: https://bit.ly/4q4G7Hy
A new article in @greatergoodedu.bsky.social explores how forgiveness practices from different faiths can inspire us to confront pain, release anger and heal our communities.
🔗 Read the article here: greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item...
🔗 Read the article here: greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item...
How Different Religions Practice Forgiveness—and What We Can Learn From Them
Forgiveness practices from different faiths can give us inspiration to confront pain, release our anger, and heal ourselves and our communities.
greatergood.berkeley.edu
December 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
A new article in @greatergoodedu.bsky.social explores how forgiveness practices from different faiths can inspire us to confront pain, release anger and heal our communities.
🔗 Read the article here: greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item...
🔗 Read the article here: greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item...
Have questions about the Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas?
We're hosting a webinar on today at 11am ET - a chance to hear directly from TWCF about what we're looking for, how to share your idea, and what happens next.
👉 Register here: bit.ly/4a8Lbpq
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
We're hosting a webinar on today at 11am ET - a chance to hear directly from TWCF about what we're looking for, how to share your idea, and what happens next.
👉 Register here: bit.ly/4a8Lbpq
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
December 4, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Have questions about the Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas?
We're hosting a webinar on today at 11am ET - a chance to hear directly from TWCF about what we're looking for, how to share your idea, and what happens next.
👉 Register here: bit.ly/4a8Lbpq
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
We're hosting a webinar on today at 11am ET - a chance to hear directly from TWCF about what we're looking for, how to share your idea, and what happens next.
👉 Register here: bit.ly/4a8Lbpq
#TWCFRequestForIdeas
Could technology help teach empathy and solidarity to children?
“Little Hero”, a tailor-made emotional education digital program, succeeded in enhancing prosocial behaviors in children.
🔗 bit.ly/48eaIMT
“Little Hero”, a tailor-made emotional education digital program, succeeded in enhancing prosocial behaviors in children.
🔗 bit.ly/48eaIMT
December 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Could technology help teach empathy and solidarity to children?
“Little Hero”, a tailor-made emotional education digital program, succeeded in enhancing prosocial behaviors in children.
🔗 bit.ly/48eaIMT
“Little Hero”, a tailor-made emotional education digital program, succeeded in enhancing prosocial behaviors in children.
🔗 bit.ly/48eaIMT
📢 #Hiring
TWCF is seeking a Program Associate to support its global grantmaking portfolio & advance strategic priorities.
Analytical, organizational & communication skills are essential, along with experience in fast-paced environments.
Be part of the next chapter at TWCF.
🔗 bit.ly/4ixgTit
TWCF is seeking a Program Associate to support its global grantmaking portfolio & advance strategic priorities.
Analytical, organizational & communication skills are essential, along with experience in fast-paced environments.
Be part of the next chapter at TWCF.
🔗 bit.ly/4ixgTit
December 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM
📢 #Hiring
TWCF is seeking a Program Associate to support its global grantmaking portfolio & advance strategic priorities.
Analytical, organizational & communication skills are essential, along with experience in fast-paced environments.
Be part of the next chapter at TWCF.
🔗 bit.ly/4ixgTit
TWCF is seeking a Program Associate to support its global grantmaking portfolio & advance strategic priorities.
Analytical, organizational & communication skills are essential, along with experience in fast-paced environments.
Be part of the next chapter at TWCF.
🔗 bit.ly/4ixgTit
The 2026 Laws of Life Essay Competition is now open.
Launched each year near our founder Sir John Templeton’s birthday to honor his vision for young people and character growth.
Find out more bahamaslawsoflife.org
Launched each year near our founder Sir John Templeton’s birthday to honor his vision for young people and character growth.
Find out more bahamaslawsoflife.org
Laws of Life Essay Competition – The Most Prestigious Essay Contest in the Bahamas
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December 1, 2025 at 1:31 PM
The 2026 Laws of Life Essay Competition is now open.
Launched each year near our founder Sir John Templeton’s birthday to honor his vision for young people and character growth.
Find out more bahamaslawsoflife.org
Launched each year near our founder Sir John Templeton’s birthday to honor his vision for young people and character growth.
Find out more bahamaslawsoflife.org
Shabbat is the Jewish day of rest and one of its most defining traditions is the Friday night meal. Could this ritual help sustain social connection and battle the rising loneliness crisis?
🔗 Watch the video to learn more: www.templetonworldcharity.org/blog/benefit...
🔗 Watch the video to learn more: www.templetonworldcharity.org/blog/benefit...
The Benefits of Shabbat Dinner (video)
In an age of technology-driven isolation and increasing polarization is it possible that a religious ritual thousands of years old can build social…
www.templetonworldcharity.org
November 28, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Shabbat is the Jewish day of rest and one of its most defining traditions is the Friday night meal. Could this ritual help sustain social connection and battle the rising loneliness crisis?
🔗 Watch the video to learn more: www.templetonworldcharity.org/blog/benefit...
🔗 Watch the video to learn more: www.templetonworldcharity.org/blog/benefit...
1/ A new prehistoric marine reptile has been identified: the “sword dragon of Dorset”.
Fossils are not only fascinating, but can help ignite children’s curiosity.
Fossils are not only fascinating, but can help ignite children’s curiosity.
Fossil found on UK coast is unique 'sword dragon' species
Scientists say the newly discovered species of marine reptile probably met a grisly end.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 27, 2025 at 10:51 AM
1/ A new prehistoric marine reptile has been identified: the “sword dragon of Dorset”.
Fossils are not only fascinating, but can help ignite children’s curiosity.
Fossils are not only fascinating, but can help ignite children’s curiosity.
📣 Now open: the Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas
We're inviting researchers and partners around the world to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next global strategy and guide future program investments.
Learn more: bit.ly/4a8Lbpq #TWCFRequestForIdeas
We're inviting researchers and partners around the world to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next global strategy and guide future program investments.
Learn more: bit.ly/4a8Lbpq #TWCFRequestForIdeas
November 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
📣 Now open: the Templeton World Charity Foundation Request for Ideas
We're inviting researchers and partners around the world to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next global strategy and guide future program investments.
Learn more: bit.ly/4a8Lbpq #TWCFRequestForIdeas
We're inviting researchers and partners around the world to share ideas that could shape TWCF's next global strategy and guide future program investments.
Learn more: bit.ly/4a8Lbpq #TWCFRequestForIdeas