YJA Convention 2014 07 Washington DC

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

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SESSIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS
Alternate Post-College Opportunities Pand
Hetali Lodaya, Harsha Nahata Salonee Shah, Sneha Parikh
Don't want to go to Medical School, Law School or Business School? Want to see what else is out there? Or just want to take some time between undergraduate and graduate school? This panel provides insight on different fellowships, service programs, and graduate school opportunities. Come learn about programs like Teach for America, City Year, Venture for America, Citizens Schools and alternate graduate school pathways. Bring plenty of questions!
An Interfaith Dialogue
Aamir Hussain and Hetali Lodaya
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Join us for a brief primer on Islam, the religion of peace, and find out how it intersects with Jain doctrines. In today's climate of religious and political turmoil, understanding this ancient culture and maintaining a dialogue about one of the world's largest religions will prove to be an invaluable skill.
Animal Rights FAQ
Pulin Modi
COL
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Everyone cares about animal rights, but important. Maybe you've heard that crazy question asking if you'd eat an animal if you were stranded on a deserted island? Perhaps someone's asked you what alternatives exist to animal testing? It could be that people give you a hard time, saying you care more about animals than people. We've got you covered in this session! This workshop will be a discussion where we can hear common questions you get and share the best ways to answer them.
Application of Jain Karma Philosophy in Daily Life
HSC/COL
Pravin Shah
Jain karma philosophy is inherently spiritual in nature; however, it is often misconstrued. When someone suffers, some Jains think it is due to his karma and he should endure the suffering. They think we should not get involved in compassion and charity work, because if a person commits any sin after their help, they will acquire bad karma and ultimately we will have to suffer. These types of interpretations discredit the Jain religion. This short presentation analyzes some of the misconceptions related to karma theory and emphasizes the practical ways to apply Jain karma philosophy.
Applied Ahimsa Countering Climate Change
Saurabh Dalal
HSC/COL/JNF
This session provides an overview of the mechanisms responsible for climate change and how human-induced activities on a large scale are harming the planet. It then examines actions that each of us can take- some surprisingly simple- to help avert an impending global catastrophe.
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Today earners
Applying Jain Ethics in a Modern Society
HSC/COL
Anthony Paz
How is Jainism inspiring and influencing its non-Jain communities? What is the relationship between ahimsa and anekantavada, and how do we apply these Jain principles to a diverse and modern world? This session will address the micro and macro aspects of violence. Other integral aspects of ahimsa to be discussed are humility, forgiveness, and compassion. In this session, Anthony Paz will also share his story and insights on how he has been able to apply the Jain values of non-violence and cultural pluralism in the culturally diverse city of Miami.
omorrow Leaders
Battle of the Sexes: Part Deux
Parag Parekh and Sejal Dhruva
The men may have won last year, but it's time for part deux of this epic battle. In this session, we will see which gender can reign supreme! The Battle of the Sexes game is about defending your gender. As a proponent of your sex, you must test your knowledge of the opposite sex by answering questions from a series of gender-based questions. Come join us as we duke it out in a battle of the wits between men vs. women (part deux) in all areas to determine who can really hold their own. May the best gender win!
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2014 YJA CONVENTION | WASHINGTON, D.C.