The campaign will be held on May 24th at 3:30pm and will be broadcast live from the Art of Living International Center in Bangalore, India.
The Art of Living Foundation and the International Institute for Human Values, under the leadership of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, will be organizing iMeditate Africa on May 24th to commemorate Africa Month and Africa Day.
Launched in 2013, the initiative aims to promote holistic well-being, peace of mind and community resilience across the African continent through yoga, breathwork and meditation.
“This campaign has gained huge traction over the past decade. This year, all 54 African countries are participating in hosting Africa’s largest live online meditation event with Gurudev,” said Art of Living. said Athy Singh, Foundation SA Director and Brand Manager.
The event will be held on May 24th at 3:30pm CAT and will be broadcast live from the Art of Living International Center in Bangalore, India.
Gurudev, a global humanitarian and ambassador of peace who spearheads the movement for a stress-free and violence-free society, will join the live broadcast along with African leaders and influential delegations. The goal is to reach a minimum of 5 million participants from across the continent who will meditate together for peace in Africa.
Gurudev emphasized the importance of inner peace and said, “If people have access to inner peace, outer peace becomes a reality.”
Why should Africa meditate?
“The benefits of meditation extend beyond individual well-being. In areas affected by conflict and post-conflict environments, stress reduction through meditation promotes peaceful thinking among individuals and communities. , the mental well-being that comes from meditation can enable communities to better cope with adversity, leading to greater stability and prosperity,” Singh said.
“Leaders who practice meditation may demonstrate more thoughtful and considerate decision-making, contributing to good governance, social cohesion, and economic prosperity. By empowering individuals with meditation tools, society We can build resilient communities that peacefully navigate political challenges and prevent escalation to violence.
“Integrating meditation practices into various sectors such as education, healthcare, governance, and community development programs can promote peace and prosperity across the continent while promoting inclusive growth and social justice. .”
In his May 2021 address to Africa, Gurudev urged Africa to embrace meditation.
he said: “Let us synchronize the heartbeat of Africa with the rhythms of meditation. In its embrace lies the power to awaken the continent’s dormant potential, foster unity in diversity, and unleash the boundless creativity of its people.” Because there is.”
Register for free for a peace meditation and interactive session with Gurudev on May 24th at www.imeditateafrica.org.
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