Welcome to the Republic of Kindness!
We focus on cultivating curiosity, empathy, and kindness at the individual level so we can collectively foster a sense of belonging to reduce loneliness, depression, and violence at the societal level. At RoK, our mission is to create meaningful communities by connecting people to each other.
About us
Mina is an accomplished educator, writer, and filmmaker, driven by a core question: how do we create communities where everyone feels they belong?
Combining her years of service as a Social Justice Advocate, Educator, Social Entrepreneur, and more recently Filmmaker, Mina uses her creativity to amplify the voices of those often unheard. Recognizing the growing disconnect in our society, she launched RoK (Republic of Kindness), a unique program that blends film screenings with interactive workshops.
Her award-winning short film, Between the Silence, tackles the epidemic of loneliness, social isolation, and belonging. Through the stories of two women, the film sparks a conversation about fostering meaningful connections. RoK workshops provide practical tools to cultivate empathy, create community and belonging in everyday situations.
A true global citizen, Mina’s experiences living, volunteering, and studying worldwide have solidified her belief: the desire to belong is a universal human need. She empowers individuals and communities with curiosity and empathy to bridge divisions and create a more connected world.
Contact: mina@therepublicofkindness.org
Nuby is a Scotland-based Environmentalist and Field Researcher for the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). This means he gets to spend a lot of time exploring the Outdoors. As a Wildlife Educator, he strives to bring empathy to all sentient life forms. Whether in his native Germany or elsewhere on the planet, he gets excited about leading nature walks. It enables him to connect with diverse groups of people and spark an interest in nature conservation. He is happiest when watching birds of all kinds flying gracefully in the skies through his second-hand binoculars.
Contact: nuby@therepublicofkindness.org
Rick is a Chicago-based eco-conscious contractor who builds commercial greenhouses for clients around the country. He enjoys working on projects that have a direct impact on people’s lives.
He is a strong advocate of repurposing and works with RoK on creating conversations around using recycled materials in construction projects. He is excited about sharing his knowledge of how to make home improvement projects more “green.”