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
Beyond Bollywood Museum Trip
JNF
Take a trip to the National Museum of Natural History to check out an inspiring and educational exhibit curated by our very own JNF keynote speaker, Masum Momaya! Explore the diverse experiences of Indian immigrants and Indian Americans in the United States.
Bridging the Gap
Vijay Mehta
Desi children growing up in the US face a unique challenge: a generational and cross-cultural gap. Many often complain that their parents still live in 80s'-style India and are not willing to change. Do you feel as though you are living a double life? It is time to acknowledge that our culture is not immune to different social issues such as smoking, alcohol, and drugs. Moreover, pre-marital relationships are becoming norms rather than exceptions. This session explores real life situations young Jains might face and provides input on ways they can reconcile their views with those of their parents.
Bringing the Interfaith Movement to Your Adam Garner and Gautam Srikishan
College Campus
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There's a growing movement on college campuses across the country. Student leaders from different backgrounds are bringing people together across lines of religious difference for the common good. Learn how Interfaith Youth Core can help you join this movement.
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Business and Finance Panel
COL/JNF
Rushabh Kapashi Khushbu Vora Ronak Shah. Apurva Bhansali, Lina Shah
Ever wonder what it takes to make it in business? Think you might someday want to start your own? This panel brings together a variety of professionals working in the business and financial sectors to share their stories and experiences. Come hear about what a day in the business world looks like! Participants from all background are welcome.
But You Gotta Have Faith
COL/JNF
Parag Mehta. Seema Nanda. Masum Momaya. Tarak Shah Gautam Raghavan
As Jains, our religious beliefs inform many aspects of our lives. So, how do we apply the values of our faith to politics and public policy? Religion has shaped many political and cultural movements for social justice, but Jain values are often not represented. It is time to change that. Join a panel of Desi political pros and community advocates as they explore the intersections between faith and policy and attempt to answer the question, "What do our faiths most pressing issues of our time?"
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Campus Organizing 101 Parag Mehta and Deepa Kunapul
Learn how to mobilize grassroots support and spread awareness for a candidate, issue or other cause with the help of dear, sweet M.O.M. (message + organization + money). This workshop will teach you how to become an effective campus and community organizer capable of developing and implementing strategies for winning campaigns.
Colege Prep Panel
Akash Shah Kinari Shah Ankit Shah Pratik Lakhani, Tina Lapsia
YOUNG JAINS: TODAY'S LEARNERS, TOMORROW'S LEADERS
COL
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College is a new, and sometimes, scary phase of one's life. Do you have questions about the application process, adjusting to the environment, academics, extracurriculars, social life or more? This panel is an opportunity to talk to current college students and have all your questions answered. We hope you take these tips with you as you embark on a new journey.
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