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Roots of Empathy

Review Employment Contract (Ensure Compliance with Laws of DC)

Summary:

Assist a nonprofit building empathy in children by reviewing an employment contract to ensure it complies with the laws of DC.

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Jurisdiction(s): DC
About the Organization: Roots of Empathy develops empathy in children today so they can build the world that they deserve. The organization has reached over 1.2 million children globally with their elementary school-based programs and they have 2 decades of independent research to prove impact. Their flagship program, Roots of Empathy, reduces violence, aggression, and bullying and increases pro-social behavior, while promoting resilience, well-being, and positive mental health in children.
Legal Entity Type: Nonprofit/Charity
SDG(s): Good Health and Well Being, Quality Education, Reduced Inequalities
Legal Issue(s):

Roots of Empathy is a global organization, with a 501(c)(3) registered in Washington state. They also have an employee based in Washington, DC. They are now seeking assistance reviewing the employment contract with this individual to ensure that it complies with the laws of Washington, DC.

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