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
Cooking Jain 101
HSC/COL / JNE Geeta We will learn two basic dishes that every desi leaving the nest should know-mug and chai. Geeta of Hush Supper Club will demonstrate how to use a pressure cooker, how to boil chai the right way, and how to make your mother proud! (Even if she won't admit it...)
Current Ethics Challenging Jains in North America
HSC/COL/JNE Dr. Sushil Jain This workshop is intended to re-immerse you in discussions of ethical considerations in your practice of Jainism when reasonable people may differ on which ethical values should prevail. In the first 10 minutes, Dr. Jain will review key ethical concepts and approaches to issues. In the past few decades, minority faiths are facing various ethical challenges as they become incorporated in mainstream culture. You will discuss some of these case studies in small groups and present a quick summary of your discussion to the entire group.
Desi Chaat Playing With Manufacturing
HSC / COL Priya Shah What was the inspiration and developmental process behind the game, Desi Chaat? Come listen to the story of how the game came about with the creator, Priya Shah! We'll also talk about entrepreneurship and the importance of networking. Then, expand your mind and try your hand at making a simple product and see all the manufacturing logistics that are involved behind the scenes!
Environmental Justice in Jainism
HSC/COL Anthony Paz What is environmental violence and why is environmental activism such a crucial matter in our time? What is our responsibility as Jains toward the environment? How can we as future leaders mobilize others to address the current crisis we are facing. This session addresses these questions and seeks to find solutions for how the Jain community can play a pivotal role in promoting clean and sustainable energy. Environmental justice is an important aspect to creating a safer environment for all living beings.
Everyday Choices That Lead to Bold Transformations
HSC / COL Hema Pokharna In the session you will discover how to achieve alignment with your inner wisdom using realistic, practical and powerful spiritual tools that will contribute to making better every day choices. You will also learn how to create an empowering daily mindset that releases old repetitive and disempowering stories. And lastly, you will develop skills that will help you use mindful action to align with your goals, passion, and purpose so you can effortlessly achieve what has been elusive up until now.
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Explain Being Jain Hetali Lodaya It has happened to all of us- someone asks you what Jainism is, and your only response is something like: "Uh... it's sort of like Hinduism... but different." This session will help you develop your Jainism Elevator Pitch so you can concisely and accurately explain your beliefs in 30 seconds or less, without getting into all the metaphysics. If you've been selling yourself short all these years, now's your chance! You never know what great conversations might follow.
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Finance - It's a Fact of Life Lina Shah We will discuss forming a habit, understanding volatility, objectives of tax deferral, securing a family with a balanced budget, information on 401K and pre-tax dollars, and creating a legacy. This will be a very interactive session with active participation in a fun-filled environment! We will review the basic concept of "Debit what comes in, Credit what goes out," and view finance as a backbone of healthy living.
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2014 YJA CONVENTION WASHINGTON, D.C.