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Roots of Empathy

Review Three Template Employment Contracts

Summary:

Assist a nonprofit building empathy in children by reviewing three template employment contracts to ensure they comply with the laws of Washington.

Referred by:

Jurisdiction(s): WA
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. The Roots of Empathy team is seeking assistance reviewing three template employment contracts to ensure they comply with the laws of Washington. The first is used with employees, the second is used with independent contractors, and the third is used with paid “mentors” (individuals who are paid to coach the Roots of Empathy volunteer program instructors).