It’s fair to say the Covid-19 pandemic has been tough, but one positive that’s come out of it is the importance of our wellbeing and compassion. From morning workouts to shopping for elderly neighbours, we’ve all come together to be kinder to both ourselves and others.

It’s something that matters a lot to us here at Keighley College, as we’re known for our friendly and supportive culture. That’s why we’re proud to launch Kinder Colleges – an inspirational campaign encouraging everyone to get active in the local community and ultimately become champions of kindness.

Being kinder

As part of the campaign, we’ve identified six key themes of kindness:

Kinder to Self

It’s important to look after your own health and wellbeing, so we’ve included some resources to help you along the way:

Kinder to Self
Kinder to the planet

Kinder to the Planet

By being kinder to the planet, we can all enjoy a happier, healthier environment. Here’s some resources to get you started:

Kinder Relationships

Being kind to each other helps us build better relationships, leading to improved wellbeing. Find out more by checking out these resources:

Kinder relationships
Kinder business

Kinder Business

Whether you’re a local business owner or want to support businesses in your area, we’ve listed helpful articles on how to become more sustainable:

Kinder Communities

The pandemic has highlighted the importance of community – below you’ll find a few ideas on how you can get involved in your local area:

Kinder communities
Kinder space

Kinder Spaces

Getting out in nature, sleeping well and setting up a good workspace at home can have huge effects on our wellbeing:

We’re encouraging everyone to be kinder and would love for you to share your efforts with us.
Tag #kindercolleges on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn to show us what you’re up to.