Greg Boyle

About the Author

Greg Boyle is a renowned Jesuit priest, author, and founder of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang intervention, rehabilitation, and re-entry program in the world, based in Los Angeles. With over three decades of experience working with gang members in the city's most marginalized communities, Boyle has dedicated his life to fostering compassion, healing, and transformation through stories of redemption and human connection. His writings draw from profound encounters with the formerly incarcerated, emphasizing the power of kinship and tenderness in bridging divides. In 'Creating a Culture of Tenderness: Embracing Our Kinship with All of Life,' Boyle explores how embracing our shared humanity can cultivate a more empathetic world, inspiring readers to practice radical love and mercy in their daily lives. A sought-after speaker and spiritual guide, Boyle continues to advocate for the dignity of all people, challenging societal stigmas and promoting restorative justice.