YJA Convention 2010 07 New Brunswick NJ Ninth

SR No.: 527616
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Young Jains of America (YJA)
Publisher: Young Jains of America YJA USA
Publication Year: 2010
Total Pages: 159
Language: English
Classification: Magazine, USA_Convention YJA, & USA
File Size: 12 MB

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Jain Networking Forum (INF) Sessions
Women's Role in Modern Society
Mamta Shaha - Refer to "Career Networking Panel - A Checkup On Your Healthcare Career" on page 53 for a full biography
WWJD: What would Jains Do? A Jain Role-playing Activity
Have you ever wondered what the ideal Jain response would be to a certain situation which arises at school, work, or in your personal life? What is the Jain view on dealing with problems, opportunities, and ambitions? In this fun, interactive workshop, we will explore a few examples and case studies in a judgment-free setting. Tuning into Jain philosophy, we will work through several scenarios through role-playing as well as small group discussions.
Finale Doshi - Finale is a graduate student studying statistical modeling and decision-making under uncertainty. She believes happiness is a choice.
Your JAINA, Your Future
Come talk about social entrepreneurship, microfinance and the benefits of giving to a noble cause. How do we create social impact using technology, internet and social media? What is changing the face of rural India? How can you make a difference and give back to India? We will answer these questions and much more.
Lata Champsee - Lata Champsee, current President of JAINA, is the first woman to achieve this position. She has also served as First VP, Secretary and Regional Vice President on the JAINA Executive Committee. For 10 years she managed Jain Digest as Ediitor in Chief. She has served as President and Trustee of The Jain Society of Toronto. She has served on a women's organization for many years. She is a founder of a South East Asian Seniors association. She was a board member of YWCA. In addition to her substantial community work, she heads a property management company. She enjoys renovating and restoring large buildings. At present she is involved in a 200-unit condominium project. She has lived in Toronto for over 40 years and is a proud Canadian. Her motto is: A community should be run like a business and a business should run like a community organization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jainism Comes Alive! The YJA Convention Art Exhbition
The Jain Art Exhibition will provide attendees the ability to better visualize the Jain stories • and theories described in the daytime sessions! The subjects of these exquisite paintings
are all related to the soul and journey to Moksha. Take a break from the busy convention • day to enjoy the wonderful world of Jain art!
Shubhra Jain - Shubhra Jain is an artist from Chicago, IL and has spent her life enjoying her hobby. She teaches painting classes and drawing classes privately and at the Jain Society of Metropolitan Chicago (JSMC). She has had several exhibitions of her paintings and has specialized in drawing and painting to a professional level.
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