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
Real Talk: Getting Clear About Gender Stereotypes
JNF Parth Savla How does the other half live? What are girls/guys thinking? Here's a chance to figure out what's really going on in the brains of the opposite sex. This session will have you thinking about assumptions and realities. Led by a man and a woman, you get to talk privately with your gender group about your opinions on the opposite sex - and then you will hear what the other side thinks! Discover your personal stereotypes, how common they are, and whether they are anywhere near the truth.
Relationship Panel
UNF Puesh Kumar, Monica Shah Raju Shah Bollywood isn't able to capture every love story. Join us as we witness the more common ones in a panel discussion about the ups and downs and rights and wrongs of being in a relationship. Soundtrack not included.
Relevance of Jainism in the 21st Century
HSC / COL Falguni Zaveri Jainism is the oldest living religion, predating recorded history. It is even said that Pyrrho, the Greek thinker, studied philosophy at the feet of gymnosophists who were probably Jain Yogis. The world today is standing on the turmoil of terror. If we really want to make the universe a better place to live, Jainism's triple A's, ahinsa, anekantvada, and aparigraha, may provide the answer.
Right the Wrongs in Only 50 Minutes or Less
HSC/COL Nita Vakharia There are many sinful activities we do not engage in, for example fishing or hunting. However, because the possibility of engaging in these acts is still open to us, we are binding karmas. What if you found out that there is a way to "plug these holes" of karma inflow? Even though we do not engage in these sinful activities, the soul binds karma because of vowlessness. In this session, you will learn to identify these acts and relate them to the 12 vows of lay people. This session is conducted under guidance from Pujya Hemyashashriji Maharaj Saheb and Tejuben Shah.
UNF
Seize the Moment and Live Without Regrets Mandakini Pokharna
This interactive workshop will focus on how to go about daily introspection and how journaling can be used to experience the creation of yourself as limitless in every moment. Participants will also learn how to release your past, reclaim your present and transform any aspect of your life with ease and compassion.
Seva and Social Entrepreneurship
HSC / COL/ JNF Rahul Shah After receiving his undergraduate degree in 2008, Rahul Shah moved to India to teach English in the slums of Ahmedabad, Gujarat. As an Indian-American serving abroad for a year, he had unique eye-opening experiences. These taught him about himself and his culture while also providing him with the opportunity to do meaningful work. After returning to the US, Rahul became active in local community engagement efforts and a wide variety of DC area non-profits. Learn about his volunteer experiences, how to incorporate seva into your everyday life, and how to better understand social entrepreneurship in this multi-dimensional workshop. Sharpening Your Sathiyo Skils
HSC / COL Preyas Shah In this session, we will learn the significance of "Sathiyo" and discover how to make different designs.
YOUNG JAINS: TODAY'S LEARNERS, TOMORROW'S LEADERS