The Compassion Unites Declaration
A shared recognition and commitment to
respond to the mental health crisis.
Nearly four million people die each year from what Nobel laureate Angus Deaton and Anne Case call "deaths of despair." The root cause is the erosion of belonging, something clinical systems alone cannot fix.
The mental health crisis demands more than treatment. It demands coordination across the workplaces and communities closest to people’s lives.
The Compassion Unites Declaration is a public commitment to that coordination.
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Organisations
The Organizational Declaration
Recognise the mental health crisis as a shared responsibility. Commit to investing your organisation's resources toward a coordinated, cross-sector response.
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Individuals
The Personal Declaration
Recognise the mental health crisis as something that touches every community. Commit to carrying compassion into the spaces where you live, work, and gather.
Read the Declaration →Frequently asked questions
What does signing the declaration mean?
Signing is a public statement that you recognise the mental health crisis as a shared priority and are committed to being part of a coordinated response. For organisations, that means directing resources and expertise. For individuals, it means carrying that commitment into your daily life.
Is the declaration legally binding?
No. The declaration is a statement of shared principles and intent. It carries moral weight and public visibility, but it is not a legal contract and creates no legal obligations.
What is the difference between the two declarations?
The Organizational Declaration is for institutions, companies, faith communities, and public bodies that can commit institutional capacity. The Personal Declaration is for individuals who want to stand alongside that effort with personal conviction. The principles are the same; the nature of the commitment differs.
What happens after I sign?
For organisations: You will be connected with leaders across faith, healthcare, business, and public sectors through convenings and working groups, and given practical resources to bring your commitment to life within your own organisation.
For individuals: You join a growing community of people committed to a different response. You will be invited to events and gatherings, connected with others in your area, and given practical ways to act on your commitment where you live and work.
How is my information used?
We use your information to connect you with the alliance: inviting you to convenings and events, sharing relevant resources, and keeping you informed as the response grows. We do not share your details with third parties. Our full privacy policy is available here.