I’m fascinated by what makes us human, and what makes us humane...by our common humanity...by what unites us...and the core of our deepest connection with one another is empathy.

- GDR



Every act of love, every moment of the heart reaching out, is a part of the universal good: it’s a part of God, or what we call God, and it can never die.

- Shantaram

In all the things that really matter, we are one. Love and Faith, trust and empathy, family and friendship, sunsets and songs of awe: in every wish born in our humanity we are one.

- The Mountain Shadow 

Founded in 2019 by best-selling author,songwriter, composer and artist Gregory David Roberts (GDR),. Empathy Arts SA is an independent media content company, which manages GDR’s creative projects, intellectual property rights, as well as focusing on selective creative projects by other artists that reflect our common humanity and explore empathy in all its forms.

Shantaram the TV series is currently streaming worldwide on Apple TV+ and stars Charlie Hunnam as the lead. We give our thanks and appreciation to Paramount, Anonymous Content, Apple TV+ and the amazing cast, for this beautifully crafted and exciting show.

Reflecting on how his family suffered during his time as a fugitive for 10 years, not knowing where he was or if he was still alive, inspired GDR to write a song for the missing from the point of view of those still searching. Never Give Up is a song for them and for all grieving families.

GDR’s The Art of War Collection, features his work Child Solider, a collage of realistic toy guns which are unfortunately being bought and given to children as young as three. The image was created to highlight the plight of child soldiers globally and asks the question; Why we are selling war to children?