A Movement to Expand Empathy
World Without Hate
Disrupting the Cycle of Hate and Violence
Our belief
Hate grows in darkness.
Empathy thrives in the light.
Hate grows in darkness, isolation, and ignorance. Empathy thrives in connection, courage, and understanding. World Without Hate teaches empathy as a critical life skill.
Rais Bhuiyan · Founder & President
Shot Sept 21, 2001 · Forgave his attacker
Our Stories
World Without Hate uses the power of personal narrative and empathy education to prevent and disrupt the cycle of hate and violence — realizing a world without victims, a world without violence, and a world without hate.
Watch the Trailer.It's humbling to realize that at this moment in our country and our world, there are courageous folks who have experienced hate and have disarmed it, allowing us to see what forgiveness can do to transform the world. And it's an honor to know about this film and experience it.
Bishop Brian — Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee
Our impact
Small choices, measured in lives changed.
The year a survivor met hate with forgiveness — and a movement was born.
One shared humanity. Every person deserves to be seen and valued.
Screenings and talkbacks hosted with communities across the country.
Of participants call the empathy program very impactful.
Featured campaigns
Pain and Peace Tour
Bring the film and a facilitated talkback to new cities this season.
Support this workEmpathy Ambassadors Expansion
Immersive VR and customized empathy education for a new generation of 7th–12th grade students.
Support this workCommunity Dialogue Series
Courageous conversations. Different perspectives. One shared purpose: turning lived experience into understanding, empathy, and meaningful change.
Support this workScreening room
Watch Our Film Trailer and Public Service Announcement Videos
One question: what happens when someone chooses forgiveness instead of revenge?
More films
Watch & see
Media
How do you respond to hate?
Our mission
World Without Hate mission
World Without Hate utilizes the power of personal narrative and empathy education to prevent and disrupt the cycle of hate and violence.
A movement built on three commitments: screenings that don't end when the credits roll, classrooms that teach empathy as a critical life skill, and dialogue that turns understanding into action.
Community voices
In their words
The people who courageously shared their own stories, and shed tears, helped me connect more deeply with my own stories.
I think the film should be seen by everybody. It's got a great message, and it's a film that teaches and that's all you can ask of a film.
It's humbling to realize at this time at this moment in our country and our world, there are courageous folks who have experienced hate and have disarmed it and allowed us to see a sense of hope, what forgiveness can do to transform the world. And it's an honor to know about this film and experience it.
On the map
The Difference We’re Making Together
We bring people from all walks of life together to foster empathy, inspire understanding, and expand access to empathy education and screenings in communities across the country—and increasingly, around the world.
Cities
Countries
Screenings
Stories from the field
Photo Credit: AP22 Jul 2026 · Reflections
A Hug Can Heal Disappointment
The final whistle had blown. One team celebrated. The other carried the weight of defeat. As Spain's players rejoiced, Lionel Messi remained seated on the field, taking in the…
12 Apr 2026 · Reflections
If We Could See Earth Like Astronauts Do, Would We Still Choose Division?
We like to believe our views are the product of independent thought. In reality, they are often shaped by the environments we grow up in and the people we surround ourselves with.…
4 Jun 2025 · Event listings
Film Screening and Conversation
June 3, 2025 @5:30pm Pain and Peace: Film Screening and Conversation at Shea's Performing Arts Center, Buffalo, NY
4 Apr 2025 · Event listings
Community Foundation Leads Forum
April 1, 2025 @1:30pm Pain and Peace: A Film Screening at Community Foundation Leads Forum in Indianapolis, IN
Upcoming
Where the movement gathers.
Screenings, workshops, and speaking engagements. Bring one to your school, congregation, or town.
No dates on the calendar right now — new screenings are announced here first.
See past eventsFuel the work
Hate breaks. Empathy heals.
Your tax-deductible gift funds screenings, the Empathy Ambassadors program, and advocacy.
- ✓ Hosts a community screening with the dialogue after it.
- ✓ Brings empathy education to a classroom.
- ✓ Carries the message into policy rooms.
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