YJ International Newsletter 2005 Vol 22 No 01

SR No.: 527785
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Young Jains (UK)
Publisher: UK Young Jains
Publication Year: 2005
Total Pages: 60
Language: English
Classification: Magazine, UK Young Jains, & UK
File Size: 13 MB

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Young Jains A non-profit making society dedicated to the promotion of Jainism in the western world.
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CORE OBJECTIVES To create a better understanding of Jain philosophy, practise and culture. To address the problems faced by young Jains in the UK. To take a further step towards adapting to a multi-cultural environment and living in multi-racial harmony. To prove that each one of us is talented and by working together, we can learn to respect ourselves and all around us.
Young Jains is an organisation that encourages the discussion and exploration of Jain philosophy, spirituality and its practical importance to life, in an open and friendly environment. Formed in 1987, it is an independent charitable organisation. Events include discussions, retreats, debates, quiz nights, musical evenings, etc which are held on various themes and topics including, understanding Jain principles, ethics, the environment, debating social concerns, health matters, visiting temples and increasing awareness about other faiths. Young Jains provides an opportunity for its members to be actively involved in delivering events and develop skills that are applicable to all aspects of life. Events are ideal for young professionals, predominantly delivered in English, although everyone is most welcome (regardless of caste, age etc).
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Young Jains International Newsletter is the quarterly newsletter distributed freely to the members of Young Jains, a not for profit organisation seeking to increase the understanding and practise of Jainism in the Western world.
The Newsletter Team: Ashik Shah, Malini Shah, Pooja Jain, Jayni J. Gudka, Suraj Shah, Sonal Shah, Rakhee Haria, Heena Modi, Bhavik Haria, Devendra Shah, Kewal Shah.
The editors reserve the right to edit material submitted for publication in the newsletter without express permission from the contributors. Whilst every effort will be made to ensure that the material is reproduced accurately. Young Jains does not take any responsibility for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions that may arise inadvertently. All views and opinions expressed in the contributions published in the newsletter are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily indicate support or endorsement by the editors, the Young Jains Committee or the Young
Jains Organisation, Jain Education International
Newsletter Editor: Jyoti Mehta. Price: £7.50 Estimated Readership: 2000; Circulation: 600 copies (UK and World-wide). Printers: Caprin (Printer and Stationers) Ltd. Tel: 01727 872021 Publisher: Young Jains, Registered Charity No. 1005856 Advertising rates: £60 for a quarter page, £240 for a full page per issue. E-mail: yi_newsletter@yahoo.co.uk Web-site: www.youngjains.org.uk All rights reserved. This entire publication is the copy right of the Publisher. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electrical or mechanical, including photocopying or any information storage or retrieval system without the prior permission of the Publisher. Original works' copyright remain with the respective artists/writer. I For Personal Private Use Only
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