YJA Convention 2002 07 NJ Fifth

Author(s): Young Jains of America (YJA)
Publisher: Young Jains of America YJA USA

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Sudhir Shah
Sudhir M. Shah received his MS and MPPM degrees from Yale University. He has been involved in Jain education for the past six years. Currently, he is serving as Pathshala coordinator. He is the Editor of Anekantvad, a quarterly newsletter which can be accessed at: www.anekant.org. Mr. Shah is also the author of "Think of These Things." He is currently serving on the Board of JAINA, Jain Center of Connecticut, and the South Asian Study Council at Yale.
Dr. Tushar Mehta
I Dr. Mehta has a liberal arts degree from McMaster University and graduated from medical school at the University of Toronto. He recently joined a family practice in the Toronto area and pursues a part time fellowship in Addiction Medicine. In his spare time he enjoys outdoor activities and helping out with various Jain activities.
Vastupal Parikh
Vastupal Parikh is knowledgeable professor of Jainism that has recently come out with a new book entitled Jainism and the New Spirituality. Here he explains principles and practices of Jainism in a simple lucid language and links this ancient religion with the modern concepts of spirituality. He proposes that Jainism represents a new spirituality - one that has at its core the human rights, social justice, and environment. The book will be a valuable reading for anyone interested in spiritual values, world religions, multi-faith movement, peace, ecology, and social justice. It is also for students of Jainism, whether they are exploring the depths and riches of Jain philosophy or rediscovering their heritage. We believe that the book will be an excellent aid in your attempt to globalize Jainism.
Vatsal Doshi
| Vatsal Doshi is a fourth year medical student at Harvard Medical School. After medical school, he is considering entering a residency program in General Surgery, and eventually he hopes to combine a career in surgery along with international health work, particularly in India.. When he is not learning medicine, Vatsal is interested in a variety of cultural and athletic activities, though perhaps his most favorite ones include going dancing, especially during Navratri festival, exploring new places, and reading a good book. vatsal_doshi@student.hms.harvard.edu
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Young Jains of America's (YJA) mission is to be recognized nationally and internationally as an umbrella Jain youth organization for establishing a network to share Jain heritage and religion through youth. YJA started in 1991 and today has grown into an organization representing over 4000 youth nationwide. Under JAINA's guidance, YJA has dedicated its complete time and resources towards educating the future leaders of tomorrow. YJA's major goals include:
Raising awareness about Jain ideals and principles, addressing the problems, difficulties, and concerns facing Jain youth, and instilling a sense of pride among Jain youth about their heritage. To accomplish these mission goals, YJA undertakes several major projects every year. The 2001-2002 board has focused on:
Helping those less fortunate by teaming up with Habitat for Humanity to build houses all across America (www.yja.org/h4h); Energizing local youth groups by creating national projects for them, including a vegan/vegetarian listing of franchise restaurants; and Spreading education through a massive campaign which provides significant educational resources via the internet (www.yja.org) Private Personal Use Only
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