YJA Convention 2012 07 Tampa FL Tenth 027618

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

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SOCIAL ACTIVISM FOR A BETTER WORLD | SPEAKER: PULIN MODI
Innovations in technology allow us to start, join, and win campaigns for social progress more effectively than ever. The potential for increased communication, education, and community building is greater than most of us realize. We will discuss the best ways to use Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and websites like Change.org to make the world a better place for people, animals, and the environment.
TEAMBUILDING GAMES | SPEAKER: HEATHER BROWNING
Come join us for a fun break from the normal conference routine! Like working in a team? We'll see how well your team can work together to achieve your goals. In this session we will play a game specially developed for this conference.
THE 3 A'S OF JAINISM | SPEAKER: MANOJ JAIN
Jain Philosophy is not complex or convoluted. It can be summarized in the Triple As. Begin to understand the Triple As and then build knowledge about the soul, karmas and Jain universe. The Triple As is an easy way to explain, 'What is Jainism?
THE ART OF FORGIVENESS | SPEAKER: SADHVI SHREE SHILAPIJI
Have you ever wondered what life is like as a Jain sadhu or sadhviji? Come and see why it is not as hard as you might think to live like a monk! Sadhiviji Shilapiji will show you how to integrate the ways of monkhood into your daily life! Based on a discussion of the 5 mahavratas (great vows) and 12 vows for laymen, Sadhviji will show the path to a simpler and more spiritual life.
THE HAPPINESS ADVANTAGE IN THE WORKPLACE | SPEAKER: LISA JACOBSON
We've all been told that if we work hard, we'll be successful. And if we're successful, we'll be happy. What if that formula is wrong? What if the opposite were true and happiness is the secret to success at work and at home? Research from positive psychology indicates that happiness improves performance and satisfaction at work and that positivity is contagious.
THE JAIN TANK | SPEAKERS: PARAG PAREKH & SURAJ DEVRAJ
From the creators of "Jain Apprentice" and "Jains Got Talent," welcome to The Jain Tank! In this interactive teambuilding session, attendees will be split into random groups, given the task of developing entrepreneurial solutions to modern issues affecting young Jains and, after developing a concept, the groups will present their concept. Although no one will be able to invest in your product, the session will foster creativity, networking, and a greater understanding of various Jain principles, which is a nice trade-off.
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