YJA Convention 2016 07 Los Angeles CA

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

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SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
How to be True Jainz
HS/COL Aanya Gandhi, Julie Mehta
LIFESTYLE Have you ever felt like there were academic and social pressures that may have had you compromise your personal morals and values? Hear first-hand from college students and their experiences of how to deal with these pressures and create a series of suggestions for future generations. Inside the Navkar Mantra
HS/COLIJNE Samani Suyasnidhi, Samani Shrutnidhi, Samani Shreenidhi
EDUCATION The Navkar Mantra: 9 lines of a message that has more meaning than you can imagine. The last 2 lines of the Navkar Mantra mean 'Of all things auspicious and valuable, the Navkar Mantra is the first and foremost.' The Navkar Mantra itself explicitly claims that it is worth more than all of Bill Gates' wealth, more auspicious than the temple ceremonies you do, more desired than the CEO's chair of the company you work at, or the valedictorian's position of the school you go to. Yet is this the way we feel? Ever wonder, 'Maybe I'm not completely doing it right..? Join this session to learn more! JAB Semifinal: Micchami Dukkadam vs. Not Your Average Navkar
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EDUCATION Game on! Experience the most entertaining competition about the principles of Jainism with the 2nd ever Jain Academic Bowl (IAB) at YJA! Watch 16 of the brightest young Jains square off while showing (and teaching) you just how much they know - ranging from Jain scriptures and philosophy to Jain geography, history, and Jainism in the modern world. This YJA Convention, JAB includes a buzzer round, a Minute-to-Win-It round, and Jain Family Feud round. Get ready for an exciting JAB semi-finals match and cheer for your favorite team in the JAB Finals on Sunday! JAB Semifinal: Vardhaman Lions vs. Once Upon a kal
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EDUCATION Game on! Experience the most entertaining competition about the principles of Jainism with the 2nd ever Jain Academic Bowl (IAB) at YJA! Watch 16 of the brightest young Jains square off while showing (and teaching) you just how much they know -ranging from Jain scriptures and philosophy to Jain geography, history, and Jainism in the modern world. This YJA Convention, JAB includes a buzzer round, a Minute-to-Win-It round, and Jain Family Feud round. Get ready for an exciting JAB semi-finals match and cheer for your favorite team in the JAB Finals on Sunday! Jain Art and Architecture
HS/COL Anjali Doshi
EDUCATION Did you know that the 57 foot tall statue of Bahubali at Shravanbelgola was once voted the first of the "Seven Wonders of India" in a Times of India poll? Over thousands of years, Jains have produced remarkable literary, artistic and architectural works. Yet in Western society, it is easy to forget that Indians, Jains included, have created architecture and artwork equaling that created in the West. We will discuss examples of Jain art and architecture, how these examples fit into larger contemporary artistic trends, and how they contrast with comparable creations from other faiths. Jain Diet and Food - A Holistic Approach to Spirituality, Health and Ecology Pravin Shah
LIFESTYLE What does “Jain" food mean? Is it vegetarian food that contains no root vegetables? Do the Jain scriptures define such a narrow definition? This session will investigate the definition of the Jain diet using the holistic approach of Ahimsa and self-restraint found in the Jain scriptures. It properly defines the criteria of the Jain diet and concludes that the Jain diet - if practiced properly as indicated in the scriptures - is an ideal, practical diet that progresses our spiritual endeavors and eco-friendly lifestyle.
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JAINA Initiatives and Youths
HS/COLIJNE Ashok Domadia
SOCIAL IMPACT This session will provide updates on new JAINA initiatives that serve to support Agents of Change with a focus on Youth initiatives. Youth is the # 1 JAINA initiative as the JAINA Executive Committee understands where the future of Jainism in North America lies. JAINA is a Gold Sponsor for this YJA Convention and is hosting 10+ Youths from India as part of its Youth Exchange program. To further connect with the younger audience, JAINA has a significant presence on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. The session will share the long-term vision of JAINA, with a focus on an important Agent of Change - You. Jain-American Cooking Class
HS/COL Siddhee Kasudia
LIFESTYLE Eating out and finding vegetarian and vegan food options can be difficult at times, but it is especially hard finding Jain food in the United States. Since we all love food from the various corners of the world, this session is a hands on cooking class on how to make
vegan and Jain dishes along with other international cuisine options to reflect our love, compassion, and nonviolence during paryushan or everyday eating.
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