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Empowering Youth to Build a Kinder World for Animals

Empathy Unleashed

Supervisor Otto Lee,

Santa Clara County

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20+ Interactive Workshops

Empowering youth across Bay Area schools

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250+ Students Engaged

Building future pet advocates

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15 Partner Organizations

United for animal welfare

 

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1,500+ Event Participants

Celebrating the human-animal bond

Empathy In Action

Making a Difference Together

Explore our initiatives that create lasting change

Empathy Unleashed eBook

Free interactive guide helping youth build empathy and responsible pet care skills

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Empathy Ark Workshops

Interactive workshops teaching children empathy and pet care through engaging activities

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Halloween Pet Parades

Annual celebration uniting pets and their families

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Pet Appreciation Rally

Community gathering celebrating the human-animal bond

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Compassion Beyond Borders

Music and entertainment supporting animal welfare

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Paws for Celebration Gala

Annual fundraising event honoring our supporters

"Through education and empathy, we can create a world filled with more love, respect, and responsibility for all living beings.

Meet Serena Gandhi

A passionate advocate for animal welfare and student at Santa Clara High School, Serena orchestrates community initiatives that celebrate the human-animal bond, uniting people, pets, and organizations across the Bay Area. As youth team leader of Duo Duo Project and recipient of the prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award, she transforms her love for animals into impactful leadership through educational programs and community events that strengthen connections between people and their pets.

Building Change Through Action:
  •  Created research backed pet education programs

  • Developed the Empathy Unleashed eBook and workshop series

  • Led community events in Sunnyvale and San Francisco Union Square

  • Partnered with city officials and community leaders

Leadership & Recognition

Duo Duo Project

Youth Team Leader

 

Girl Scouts Gold Award

Recipient

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Stories Of Change

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Mr. Tony Spitaleri

Former Mayor of the City of Sunnyvale

These parades are more than just celebrations—they are powerful reminders of the empathy that binds us to our animal companions. Serena's leadership has elevated their impact in meaningful ways.

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Mrs. Andrea Gung

Founder of Duo Duo Project

Serena's contributions have played a crucial role in advancing our mission of promoting empathy toward animals. Her work has helped foster awareness and inspire action in animal welfare.

Happy Little Girl
Anna

Age 8, Workshop Participant, Sunnyvale

I loved learning how to care for my imaginary puppy!

Ms. Denise Salisbury

Site Supervisor, Bracher Extended Learning Program Santa Clara Unified School District

School Impact | Santa Clara "Serena has worked earnestly to present her workshop and book for students. Through her workshop, Serena brought awareness about empathy and caring for animals in a compassionate manner. This book can help students retain the information and become responsible and respectful pet owners.

Ms. Sarah Kishler

Librarian, East San Jose Carnegie Branch San Jose Public Library

Library Impact | East San Jose "Serena connects with children using creative and engaging activities such as word searches and puzzles, making it fun for them to learn about the importance of caring for pets in a way that respects and treats them like our fellow living beings, with wants and needs not too different from our own.

Ms. Tiffani Lewis

Lockhart Librarian, Seven Trees Branch San Jose Public Library

Program Success | Seven Trees "Both the workshop and ebook strike a balance between robust and accessible. Serena's enthusiasm and compassion for our furry, scaly, and feathered friends is infectious both in-person and on the page. Enjoy this enlightening read and the lifelong companionship with all creatures that's sure to follow!

Join Our Community

Build a kinder world for animals through education and advocacy. Access our free resources to launch programs in your community
Get Involved:

Use Our Resources:

Download eBook

Access Workshop Materials

Get Event Planning Guides

Host Your Own:

Conduct Workshops

Organize Pet Events

Start Advocacy Programs

Make an Impact:

Share Success Stories

Translate Materials

Implement Programs

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