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2010
The IDNV Newsletter Volume 1
                2010 In Review
About The International Day of Nonviolence.


         The International Day of Nonviolence is
                 marked on 2 October each year,
the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the
Indian independence movement and pioneer of
    the philosophy and strategy of nonviolence.
   According to General Assembly resolution of
             15 June 2007, which established the
   commemoration, the International Day is an
        occasion to "disseminate the message of
  nonviolence, including through education and
     public awareness". The resolution reaffirms
      "the universal relevance of the principle of
        nonviolence" and the desire "to secure a
 culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and
                                   nonviolence".
About The 2010 Global Campaign


The UN declaration of the International Day of
            Nonviolence in 2007 came to life on
 October 2nd 2010 with a Global campaign co-
 organized by Peace Troops (PeaceTroops.org),
The GandhiServe Foundation GandhiServe.org)
     and Scouting4Peace (scouting4peace.org)
             …the beginning of a new era of the
   Nonviolence movement to carry forward the
       life work of great leaders like Mahatma
        Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. The
      observation included gatherings in cities
   around the world to talk about Nonviolence
    and Peace (www.meetup.com/idnv) and to
                take the Pledge of Nonviolence.
Meetups around the world registered at www.meetup.com/idnv
Snapshot of the 2010 International Day of Nonviolence


The International Day of Nonviolence (IDNV) Global Campaign 2010 was the first of its kind to
create a world-wide movement to raise awareness about the principles of Nonviolence on this day.
The event was organized at www.meetup.com/idnv. The event received widespread support and
over 58 people from 45 cities from 24 countries across the globe registered interested. Of these,
21 cities had organized meetups to observe the day which is also Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday.

While there are many movements to promote Peace, the IDNV global movement is the first of its
kind to focus on widespread active pursuance of the principles of Nonviolence. As author Mark
Kurlansky in his book “Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea” says “Nonviolence is not the
same thing as pacifism. .. Pacifism is passive; but Nonviolence is active.”

As Mahatma Gandhi said in 1946 - "The world of tomorrow will be, must be, a society based on
Nonviolence...It may seem a distant goal, an impractical Utopia. But it is not in the least
unobtainable, since it can be worked for here and now. An individual can adopt the way of life of
the future – the non-violent way - without having to wait for others to do so. And if an individual
can do it, cannot whole groups of individuals? Whole nations?”
The Pledge of Nonviolence
                            (The pledge The Pledge of Nonviolence
                                        can be taken online at www.peacetroops.org)

                            (The pledge can be taken online at www.peacetroops.org)


         The Pledge of Nonviolence states that making peace must start within ourselves.
By adopting it we commit ourselves as best as we can to become nonviolent and peaceable people.
To Respect Self and Others
                                                       To Respect Nature
To respect myself, to affirm others and to avoid
                                                       To treat the environment and all living things,
uncaring criticism, hateful words, physical attacks
and self-destructive behavior.                         including our pets, with respect and care.

To Communicate Better                                  To Play Peacefully

                                                       To select entertainment and toys that support
To share my feelings honestly, to look for safe ways
                                                       nonviolence and to avoid entertainment that makes
to express my anger, and to work at solving problems
                                                       violence look exciting, funny or acceptable.
peacefully.
                                                       To Be Courageous
To Listen
                                                       To challenge violence in all its forms whenever I
To listen carefully to one another, especially those
                                                       encounter it, whether at home, at school, at work, or
who disagree with me, and to consider others'
                                                       in the community, and to stand with others who are
feelings and needs rather than insist on having my
                                                       treated unfairly.
own way.

To Forgive                                             This is my pledge. These are my goals.

To apologize and make amends when I have hurt
another, to forgive others, and to keep from holding
grudges.

                                                                                           Pledge Source: www.gandhitopia.org
Los Angeles, California, USA
Organizer: Archana Rajan ww.peacetroops.org
Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org




Venue:                  Lake Shrine, Pacific Palisades (Los Angeles)
Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org




The observance of the International Day of Nonviolence was conducted at the beautiful Lake Shrine
    home of the Gandhi Samadhi also known as the Mahatma Gandhi World Peace Memorial.
Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org




Brother Vijayananda of The Self Realization Fellowship talks about "World Unity through Nonviolence and Spiritual Means"
Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org




The event began with a talk by Brother Vijayananda of The Self Realization Fellowship on "World
Unity through Nonviolence and Spiritual Means". Brother Vijayananda emphasized that one must
                 not wait for others to take action; each of us can and should.
Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org




               Participants after taking the Pledge of Nonviolence
Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org




 The pledge of Nonviolence was administered next and all participants solemnly took the pledge.
    The participants then walked around the Lake to the Gandhi Samadhi. Over 25 members
                                         participated.


The event was made possible because of the support from the Self Realization Fellowship members,
 especially Susan Derby, who helped plan and organize the event. Our heartfelt thanks to The Self
                             Realization Fellowship for their support.
Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org




                    A few participants at the Gandhi Samadhi
Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org




                                  Peace Messages from Participants of the event:

           “Active participation of Nonviolence is a catalyst to world peace.” – Eskaudav (Alex) Hakakian.

                      “LOVE yourself. LOVE Others. Practice this daily  ” – Mallory Richards.

                                         “ONE Love. ALL ways.” – Gian Claudio.

 “When the mind is clear the heart is calm, no longer is the need to think you are in the know.” – Mayanna L Barnard.

 “Peace is possible, actionable and tangible starting with the individual and leading up to collective nonviolent action
                                                across the globe.” – Arch

        “Peace should be the goal for all persons. Peace! Love! Unity! We are all 1!” - Selenda Maria Gamez

“Mahatma Gandhi, Thanthai Periyar and now Dr. Abdul Kalam talk about peace. Peace that starts from our homes with
                 parents, children and our neighbors. That is ‘WORLD PEACE’.” – Swami Nathan.

                           “Every word counts. Choose them thoughtfully.” – Max Bridges.

                                              “Peace for all.” – Mora Wells.

                                       “Peace & Happiness go together.” – Veena

                                          “Smile easy.  ” – Sarvesh & Ramya

                                                 “Good Start!” – S. Prasad
Hauppauge, New York, USA
Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org
Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org




                 "If we are to teach real peace in this world, and if we are to carry on a real war against war,
                                 we shall have to begin with the children.” ~ Mahatma Gandhi.

                              Venue:                 H. Lee Dennison Building, Hauppauge, NY
Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org




Volunteers of Shanti Fund (VOSF) have been reaching out to many Long Island schools for over 10
 years in order to promote a culture of peace and nonviolence. Each year more and more schools
throughout the Long Island make a special effort to participate and involve all students for several
                                              days.

   This year over 13 school districts participated in the “Peace on the Planet” celebration from
                                  September 21st to October 8th.
Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org




                Artwork by students were displayed at the H. Lee Dennison Building
Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org




 The event began with observance of International Day of Peace on September 21 st by Long Wood
Schools by creating a large human peace symbol involving 1500 students and releasing white doves.
  William Floyd Schools in Mastic expanded to a five day celebrating involving each day, “Peace in
Me”, “Peace in Our Community”, “Peace in Our Schools”, “Peace in our Country” and “Peace on the
 Planet”. On September 30th Girl Scouts of Suffolk County had a special celebration at Camp Edey.
Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org




                                    Students wore white symbolizing peace
Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org




 On October 1st many schools celebrated a day of Peace on the Planet. Most students wore white
  for peace, the students created peace wall in many schools describing peace quotes and many
   different peace activities were carried out. All schools had an artwork competition within the
school & each school submitted their best poster for the final competition. They were displayed at
                              the plaza level of H. Lee Dennison Building.
Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org




                                    The New York event was well attended
Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org




    In addition, Mahatma Gandhi’s 141st birthday was celebrated as an International Day of
Nonviolence declared by the United Nations in 2007. VOSF joined a global celebration all over the
                     world and every one took a ‘Pledge of Nonviolence’.
Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org




                                        Students reading peace messages
Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org




  High school students from all participating schools joined us and presented each of their school
      programs on “Peace on the planet”. Kings Park students incorporated in a power point
presentation of global multitude of problems in the game of ‘Jeopardy’. For the second year they
were declared a winner with the best presentation. School programs continued on Tuesday, when
   Freeport schools had a big celebration and Bay Port Schools as well as Port Jefferson Schools
  planned on October 8th due to their homecoming. Thousands of students and more and more
 schools on Long Island look forward each year for a creative way of celebrating peace on Gandhi
                           Jayanthi and honor all world peace leaders.
Akron, Ohio, USA
Organizers: Zach Freihof, Bekey Hewit www.akronpeaceproject.org
Akron, Ohio, United States | Organizers: Zach Freihof, Bekey Hewit www.akronpeaceproject.org




       Venue:        Musica, 51 E Market St , Akron, Ohio (7.30pm)
Akron, Ohio, United States | Organizers: Zach Freihof, Bekey Hewit www.akronpeaceproject.org




The Akron Peace Week culminated with a music night at Musica at Akron Ohio where the audience
strapped on their dancing shoes and boogied on down for peace! The evening presented musicians
 Kristine Jackson, Rachel Roberts, A band named Ashes and Zach Freihof/Love Initiative. Proceeds
         from the show supported the Battered Women’s Shelter.




                                                                                                       Zach Freihof performing
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Organizer: Jiti Bhatia www.gandhi.ca
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | Organizer: Jiti Bhatia www.gandhi.ca




  Venue:       Gandhi Statue in Downtown Alberta
                & Delta South Hotel in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | Organizer: Jiti Bhatia www.gandhi.ca




 Organized annually by the Mahatma Gandhi Canadian Foundation (www.gandhi.ca) the banquet
brought together Edmontonians animated by Gandhi’s pioneering teachings on non-violence, social
                         equity, human dignity, and a culture of peace.
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | Organizer: Jiti Bhatia www.gandhi.ca




     Mahatma Gandhi Statue in Alberta, CA


                                                                   Picture source: www.waymarking.com
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | Organizer: Jiti Bhatia www.gandhi.ca




 About 400 people from about 20 different communities participated in the banquet on October
2nd, 2010 at Delta South Hotel in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada following a garlanding of Gandhiji's
                       statue located in front of main downtown library.


  Shri Satya Brata Das, a well known journalist, writer and author, was the key note speaker. He
outlined Gandhian values and their application to current problems. It was an outstanding speech
  which touched the hearts of every person who attended this function and Shri Das received a
standing ovation a few times during his talk. The guests included representatives from 3 levels of
                             government and some foreign diplomats.
Hamilton, ON, Canada
Organizer: Rama Singh, Khursheed Ahmed www.mcmaster.ca
Hamilton, ON, Canada | Organizer: Rama Singh, Khursheed Ahmed www.mcmaster.ca




Venue:                Hamilton City Hall, Hamilton, ON, Canada




                                                                                Picture source: www.mcmaster.ca
Hamilton, ON, Canada | Organizer: Rama Singh, Khursheed Ahmed www.mcmaster.ca




 The peace festival was started in 1993, a year before the celebration of the 125th anniversary of
Gandhi's birthday and has been held annually on a weekend closest to Gandhi's birth day (October
2). On October 2 2010, the 18th annual Gandhi Peace Festival was celebrated at the Hamilton City
             Hall. The theme of the festival this year was "The Power of Nonviolence".
Hamilton, ON, Canada | Organizer: Rama Singh, Khursheed Ahmed www.mcmaster.ca




                                                                                Picture source: www.mcmaster.ca
Hamilton, ON, Canada | Organizer: Rama Singh, Khursheed Ahmed www.mcmaster.ca




    Conducted by the McMaster University students to increase peace education, build solidarity
among collaborating campus organizations and foster a culture of peace, the festival started with a
  lecture by Dr. Graeme MacQueen on “The fictional basis of the war on terror” on September 29
 2010 at the Health Sciences Centre, Room HSC-1A06, McMaster University. On Saturday, (Oct 2),
   the festival moved to the Hamilton City Hall with a Peace and Justice Fair involving community
                                           organizations.


Dr. Yaser Haddara, Professor of Electrical Engineering addressed the gathering followed by a peace
 walk through downtown Hamilton, a free vegetarian lunch of Indian food, and entertainment. The
day also marked the celebration of the International Day of Nonviolence. MacPeaceWeek activities
continued throughout the week (October 4-8) - consisting of a range of celebratory activities during
               the lunch hours and public lectures and workshops during evenings.

In addition to McMaster University, other sponsors were the India-Canada Society (Hamilton), and
                                       the City of Hamilton.

Submissions of articles, poems and reports on peace themes were also invited to be included in the
          annual publication of Gandhi Peace Foundation called "Living Gandhi Today".
Frankfurt, Germany
Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org
Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org




    Venue:         Hall of Ev. Dreifaltigkeitsgemeinde, Frankfurt

                                                                                 Photo by: Stefan Berndt – www.foto.de
Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org




On the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi's 141st birth anniversary the Frankfurt Gandhi Talks were
continued on 2-3rd October 2010 in the hall of Ev. Dreifaltigkeitsgemeinde at Frankfurt/ Main,
 Germany. This was a free event in German language organized and carried out jointly by Indo
German Cooperation, GandhiServe Foundation and Hessian Foundation for Peace and Conflict
                    Research. This year’s topic was "Gandhi and Jesus".
Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org




           Dr. Wolfgang Sternstein during his lecture
        "Gandhi and Jesus - The End of Fundamentalism".

                                                                                 Photo by: Stefan Berndt – www.foto.de
Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org




 On Saturday, 2 October, Dr. Jona Aravind Dohrmann (Indo German Cooperation) gave a welcome
speech and introduced the programme and speakers to the 75 guests. The "Lightning of the Lamp"
was done by Prof. Cherian Kurian, Chennai, India, and words of welcome were given by the Indian
 Consul General of Frankfurt/Main. This was followed by a lecture by Dr. Wolfgang Sternstein on
                        "Gandhi and Jesus - the end of fundamentalism".
Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org




Discussion Panel on “The Ethics of Mahatma Gandhi and Jesus – a comparison and relevance today.” From Right: Dr.
Michael Blume (Author, Bad Vilbel), Dr. Claudia Baumgart-Ochse (HSFK, Frankfurt/Main), Dr. Wolfgang Sternstein (UWI
e.V., Stuttgart), Dr. Jona Aravind Dohrmann (DIZ e.V., Frankfurt/Main), Peter Rühe (GandhiServe Foundation, Berlin),
Prof. Cherian Kurian (Chennai), Heidi Marie Schuth (Translation).


                                                                                                    Photo by: Stefan Berndt – www.foto.de
Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org




After a break with Indian tea, coffee and snacks a panel discussion took place about “The Ethics of
Mahatma Gandhi and Jesus – a comparison and relevance today.” The lecture was followed by a
                             get together and a superb Indian dinner.
Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org




Prof. Cherian Kurian during his lecture "Gandhi and Jesus". Translator: Heidi Marie Schuth


                                                                                              Photo by: Stefan Berndt – www.foto.de
Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org




On Sunday, 3 October Prof. Cherian Kurian, Chennai, India, lectured about
“Gandhi and Jesus – a comparison”. Interpreter was Heidi Marie Schuth.
Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org




                 A visitor of the photo exhibition
              "Mahatma Gandhi - Travelling by Train".

                                                                                 Photo by: Stefan Berndt – www.foto.de
Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org




                   Event resources are available at the links below:

           Dr. Wolfgang Sternstein on "Gandhi and Jesus - the end of fundamentalism":

  Audio (German): http://www.gandhiserve.org/gandhitopia/20101002_frankfurt/sternstein.html

                                     Manuscript (PDF):
 http://www.gandhiserve.org/gandhitopia/20101002_frankfurt/gandhi_und_jesus_sternstein.pdf

                       Prof. Cherian Kurian’s lecture on “Gandhi and Jesus”:

                                 Audio (English and German):
            http://www.gandhiserve.org/gandhitopia/20101002_frankfurt/kurian.html

Discussion Panel on “The Ethics of Mahatma Gandhi and Jesus – a comparison and relevance today.”:

                                           Audio:
            http://www.gandhiserve.org/gandhitopia/20101002_frankfurt/panel.html

                                  Photographs of the event:
                      http://www.gandhiserve.org/activities_d/events/2010
Amadora, Portugal
Organizer: Fernando Santos – “Let’s Imagine Peace Together”
Amadora, Portugal | Organizer: Fernando Santos – Let’s Imagine Peace Together
Amadora, Portugal | Organizer: Fernando Santos – Let’s Imagine Peace Together




Inspired by a “Let’s Imagine Peace Together” video (http://www.thankyoo.com/vidyoos/227),
Fernando Santos encouraged people to "fly a kite for peace” in their own city and post pictures on
the “Let’s Imagine Peace Together” facebook group. He plans to continue the campaign next year
to fly kites with the Peace symbol on them.
Borgosesia, Italy
Organizer: Riccardo Gramegna www.gandhiinaction.ning.com
Borgosesia, Italy | Organizer: Riccardo Gramegna www.gandhiinaction.ning.com




         Valsesia Gathering near the “Peace Tree”
Borgosesia, Italy | Organizer: Riccardo Gramegna www.gandhiinaction.ning.com




 The Valsesia meetup was a celebration of the 24th anniversary of the "People's March for a Non-
   Violent Society" which took place in Valsesia in 1986, the International Year of Peace and an
                       observance of the International Day of Nonviolence.

   27 people attended the meetup in Borgosesia (Valsesia European Community) on the 2nd of
October, remembering the values and principles of the 1986 Peace March for a Non-Violent Society,
  when, celebrating the International Year of Peace, Gandhi In Action International organized the
March asking local people to build a peaceful, non-violent community to share the goal of a global
 peaceful world. After the reading of the Pledge of Nonviolence, a discussion was started and all
  agreed that acting locally, living globally and thinking positively, all could see that in the world
  there is more love than hate, more peace than war, and more non-violence than violence. All
          present declared their willingness to meet again next year inviting their friends.
Chennai, India
Organizer: Dhwani Jaisankar, Student KRMM School
Chennai, India | Organizer: Dhwani Jaisankar, Student KRMM School




Organizing Team of Students seen in the background as the show begins with music
Chennai, India | Organizer: Dhwani Jaisankar, Student KRMM School




Dhwani Jaisankar, a 12 year old student at KRMM School in Chennai was inspired to participate in
 the International Day of Nonviolence observance and approached her School Headmistress for
permission to conduct an event at school. With encouragement from the school administration, a
                      few students got together and organized the event.

 The event was a celebration of the International Day of Nonviolence, Gandhi Jayanthi and the
birthday of Lal Bahadur Shastri as all three events occur on the same day. The show began with
music by drummer Kishore and keyboard player Nagaraj, both class XI students followed by a quiz
                         on Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri.
Chennai, India | Organizer: Dhwani Jaisankar, Student KRMM School




   Students taking the Pledge of Nonviolence
Chennai, India | Organizer: Dhwani Jaisankar, Student KRMM School




       The students in the audience were then given 2 minutes to gather their thoughts on the
International Day of Nonviolence and then participate in a discussion. Most students felt that given
 all the violence and terrorism around the world, the need of the hour was Nonviolence. This was a
good segway to taking the pledge of Nonviolence, a means to the end of achieving world peace. All
                              students rose and took the pledge solemnly.

    These students set a good example on how the new generation can take the lead to wards
              embracing Nonviolence for lasting peace and harmony in the world.
Mumbai, India
Organizer: Ranjana Kanti www.indiaredefined-a4c.org
Mumbai, India | Organizer: Ranjana Kanti www.indiaredefined-a4c.org
Mumbai, India | Organizer: Ranjana Kanti www.indiaredefined-a4c.org




India Redefined organized a meeting on ''Gandhi's vision for the empowerment of Youth and Rural
  India'' on 2nd October 2010 at Navi Mumbai from 3 PM to 6 PM for discussing the relevance of
    Gandhi's vision and message for the youth and rural economy. The event also observed The
           International Day of Nonviolence and administered The Pledge of Nonviolence.
Kew East, Australia
Organizer: Roots and Shoots Monash
Kew East, Australia | Organizer: Roots and Shoots Monash




Venue: Willsmere Estate, Kew East, Australia
Kew East, Australia | Organizer: Roots and Shoots Monash




Roots and Shoots Monash, in partnership with Parks Victoria and UN Association of New Zealand
celebrated the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi who symbolizes peace and who promoted care for the
                     environment and sustainable living throughout his life.
Kew East, Australia | Organizer: Roots and Shoots Monash




Planting trees to commemorate Mahatma
Gandhi’s 141’s birthday.
Kew East, Australia | Organizer: Roots and Shoots Monash




On the 2nd of October they marked the 141st birthday of the Mahatma by planting 141 trees.
         This project also recognized the UN International Day for Nonviolence and
                          the UN International Year for Biodiversity.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  Organizer: Amutha Ramadas
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Organizer: Amutha Ramadas




Venue:                  Annapurna Restaurant, Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Organizer: Amutha Ramadas




Amutha Ramadas took the initiative to organize a small gathering in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to
discuss and share thoughts on Nonviolence and Peace before taking the Pledge of Nonviolence.
Uppsala, Sweden
Organizer: Jan Viklund, www.gandhitoday.org
Uppsala, Sweden | Organizer: Jan Viklund www.gandhitoday.org




Venue:               Stora Torget , Uppsala, Sweden
Uppsala, Sweden | Organizer: Jan Viklund www.gandhitoday.org




             Candle Vigil for Nonviolence, Solidarity & A Multicultural Sweden

Gandhi remarked: "I do not want my house to be walled in on all sides and my windows to be
stuffed. I want the cultures of all the lands to be blown about my house as freely as possible."

 A candle vigil was held to encourage multicultural tolerance and greater participation of the
                            Swedish people in the world as a whole.
Geneve, Switzerland
   Organizer: Eric Delèze/India Association of Geneva –
http://www.india-geneva.com/newweb/iag-home.html
Genève, Switzerland | Organizer: Eric Delèze/India Association of Geneva – http://www.india-geneva.com/newweb/iag-home.html




                                    Venue:                 Ariana Park, Geneva


                                                                                                            Picture Source: flickr user: keepps
Genève, Switzerland | Organizer: Eric Delèze – http://www.india-geneva.com/newweb/iag-home.html




 The Indian Association Geneva (IAG) organized its annual India-Fest event to commemorate the
   International Day of Nonviolence at the Ariana Park, Geneva and the 3 rd anniversary of the
unveiling of the Gandhi statue in Geneva while celebrating 60 years of Swiss-India friendship treaty
                    and the ‘joie de vivre’ in peaceful and tranquil Switzerland!
The program included releasing of white balloons as a symbol of peace and nonviolence, followed
                  by a cultural program and Authentic Indian cuisine dinner.
Dubai, UAE
Organizer: Ambuj Tripathi
Dubai, United Arab EmiratesAround The World Tripathi
                  Other Participants | Organizer: Ambuj




Venue:      Western International College, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Organizer: Ambuj Tripathi




An event was organized on 2nd October 2010 in Ras Al Khaimah UAE at the Western International
College where Ambuj Tripathi, Faculty Financial Reporting and Audit, gave a presentation on
"Nonviolence and its significance in today’s world." The event coincided with the “Traditional day”
celebrations at the College. Nearly 100 students along with the other faculty members had an
opportunity to listen to the presentation.

In addition, the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, UAE organized an elocution competition for students
on "Relevance of Gandhiji in the Modern Age".
Online at inspeak.com
Organizer: Angela Jordan, Tarek Aziz www.scouting4peace.org
Online at inspeak.com | Organizer: Angela Jordan, Tarek Aziz www.scouting4peace.org




               Venue: Online Concert at inspeak.com
Online at inspeak.com | Organizer: Angela Jordan, Tarek Aziz www.scouting4peace.org




Scouting4peace.org organized an online Concert for For International Day of Peace on inspeak.com.
  Participants were welcomed to present songs or readings from their respective countries. The
  concert demonstrated how all countries and nations could come together and share the gift of
                                       music and speech.
Other Participants Around The World
        Registered at: www.meetup.com/idnv
Other Participants Around The World


              Cairo, Egypt
Tarek YAziz, www.scouting4peace.org
             Łódź, Poland
          Adrian Ambroziak
           Cleveland, Ohio
           Carlton Jackson
          Portland, Oregon
             Terri Shofner
          Minneapolis, MN
              Dirk Cannon
        Northville, Michigan
        Charles (Chuck) Keys
           Philadelphia, PA
              Dilip V Shah
        Delray Beach, Florida
             Pablo del Real
       Nesoddtangen, Norway
          Idah Knedal Urmo
         Newton Abbot, UK
            desmond dillon
     Posuelo de Alarcon, Spain
             Yuval Fischer
               Ivrea, Italy
               Laura Fiori
            Bergamo, Italy
              F.C. Manara
Other Participants Around The World


                                Menton, France
                            Bernard-guy van Eecke
                                Odesea, Ukraine
                                      Rys Kr
                             Ram Allah, Palestine
                                  Faraj Zayoud
                                Yeroham, Israel
                                  Yuval Fischer
                                Dehradun, India
                                 Amit Ahluwalia
                              Ahmadabad, India
                                  Aarti Pandya
                               Coimbatore, India
                             Chandini Sunderrajan
                              Colombo, Sri Lanka
                               Prasad Ranatunga
                                Fukuoka, Japan
                                    Binmei Jp
                               Hong Kong, China
                                   Gaisen Ko
                             Jhongli City, Taiwan
                                       indy
                                 Taipei, Taiwan
                                       Pony

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2010 IDNV Global Campaign Team
The 2010 International Day of Nonviolence Global Campaign Team




                                                                               Veronica Valles, Community Service
Peter Rühe, Founder Chairperson,                                               Director, Center for Spiritual Living,
  The GandhiServe Foundation                                                   Dallas, Chair of the Season for Peace
                                                                               and Nonviolence (www.64-days.org)
        and Gandhitopia
 Website: http://peter.ruehe.net
                                                    Tarek Aziz, Chairman,
                                                 Scouting4Peace Foundation
The 2010 International Day of Nonviolence Global Campaign Team




                                                                                   Anna Krasnyanskaya,
                                                                                   Artist of the “Peace Here and Now” Video




Archana Rajan, Organizer of the
International Day of Nonviolence Campaign,   Katherine Cheshire, Advisor,
Founder www.peacetroops.org                  Founder, Touch The Earth Foundation




                                                                                      Vishal Changrani, Android App developer
                                                                                      for the Pledge of Nonviolence Android App
“Nonviolence is a weapon of the strong – Mahatma Gandhi”

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Nonviolence 2010 NewsLetter Volume 1

  • 2. The IDNV Newsletter Volume 1 2010 In Review
  • 3. About The International Day of Nonviolence. The International Day of Nonviolence is marked on 2 October each year, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of nonviolence. According to General Assembly resolution of 15 June 2007, which established the commemoration, the International Day is an occasion to "disseminate the message of nonviolence, including through education and public awareness". The resolution reaffirms "the universal relevance of the principle of nonviolence" and the desire "to secure a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and nonviolence".
  • 4. About The 2010 Global Campaign The UN declaration of the International Day of Nonviolence in 2007 came to life on October 2nd 2010 with a Global campaign co- organized by Peace Troops (PeaceTroops.org), The GandhiServe Foundation GandhiServe.org) and Scouting4Peace (scouting4peace.org) …the beginning of a new era of the Nonviolence movement to carry forward the life work of great leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. The observation included gatherings in cities around the world to talk about Nonviolence and Peace (www.meetup.com/idnv) and to take the Pledge of Nonviolence.
  • 5. Meetups around the world registered at www.meetup.com/idnv
  • 6. Snapshot of the 2010 International Day of Nonviolence The International Day of Nonviolence (IDNV) Global Campaign 2010 was the first of its kind to create a world-wide movement to raise awareness about the principles of Nonviolence on this day. The event was organized at www.meetup.com/idnv. The event received widespread support and over 58 people from 45 cities from 24 countries across the globe registered interested. Of these, 21 cities had organized meetups to observe the day which is also Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday. While there are many movements to promote Peace, the IDNV global movement is the first of its kind to focus on widespread active pursuance of the principles of Nonviolence. As author Mark Kurlansky in his book “Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea” says “Nonviolence is not the same thing as pacifism. .. Pacifism is passive; but Nonviolence is active.” As Mahatma Gandhi said in 1946 - "The world of tomorrow will be, must be, a society based on Nonviolence...It may seem a distant goal, an impractical Utopia. But it is not in the least unobtainable, since it can be worked for here and now. An individual can adopt the way of life of the future – the non-violent way - without having to wait for others to do so. And if an individual can do it, cannot whole groups of individuals? Whole nations?”
  • 7. The Pledge of Nonviolence (The pledge The Pledge of Nonviolence can be taken online at www.peacetroops.org) (The pledge can be taken online at www.peacetroops.org) The Pledge of Nonviolence states that making peace must start within ourselves. By adopting it we commit ourselves as best as we can to become nonviolent and peaceable people.
  • 8. To Respect Self and Others To Respect Nature To respect myself, to affirm others and to avoid To treat the environment and all living things, uncaring criticism, hateful words, physical attacks and self-destructive behavior. including our pets, with respect and care. To Communicate Better To Play Peacefully To select entertainment and toys that support To share my feelings honestly, to look for safe ways nonviolence and to avoid entertainment that makes to express my anger, and to work at solving problems violence look exciting, funny or acceptable. peacefully. To Be Courageous To Listen To challenge violence in all its forms whenever I To listen carefully to one another, especially those encounter it, whether at home, at school, at work, or who disagree with me, and to consider others' in the community, and to stand with others who are feelings and needs rather than insist on having my treated unfairly. own way. To Forgive This is my pledge. These are my goals. To apologize and make amends when I have hurt another, to forgive others, and to keep from holding grudges. Pledge Source: www.gandhitopia.org
  • 9. Los Angeles, California, USA Organizer: Archana Rajan ww.peacetroops.org
  • 10. Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org Venue: Lake Shrine, Pacific Palisades (Los Angeles)
  • 11. Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org The observance of the International Day of Nonviolence was conducted at the beautiful Lake Shrine home of the Gandhi Samadhi also known as the Mahatma Gandhi World Peace Memorial.
  • 12. Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org Brother Vijayananda of The Self Realization Fellowship talks about "World Unity through Nonviolence and Spiritual Means"
  • 13. Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org The event began with a talk by Brother Vijayananda of The Self Realization Fellowship on "World Unity through Nonviolence and Spiritual Means". Brother Vijayananda emphasized that one must not wait for others to take action; each of us can and should.
  • 14. Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org Participants after taking the Pledge of Nonviolence
  • 15. Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org The pledge of Nonviolence was administered next and all participants solemnly took the pledge. The participants then walked around the Lake to the Gandhi Samadhi. Over 25 members participated. The event was made possible because of the support from the Self Realization Fellowship members, especially Susan Derby, who helped plan and organize the event. Our heartfelt thanks to The Self Realization Fellowship for their support.
  • 16. Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org A few participants at the Gandhi Samadhi
  • 17. Los Angeles, California, United States |Organizer: Archana Rajan www.peacetroops.org Peace Messages from Participants of the event: “Active participation of Nonviolence is a catalyst to world peace.” – Eskaudav (Alex) Hakakian. “LOVE yourself. LOVE Others. Practice this daily  ” – Mallory Richards. “ONE Love. ALL ways.” – Gian Claudio. “When the mind is clear the heart is calm, no longer is the need to think you are in the know.” – Mayanna L Barnard. “Peace is possible, actionable and tangible starting with the individual and leading up to collective nonviolent action across the globe.” – Arch “Peace should be the goal for all persons. Peace! Love! Unity! We are all 1!” - Selenda Maria Gamez “Mahatma Gandhi, Thanthai Periyar and now Dr. Abdul Kalam talk about peace. Peace that starts from our homes with parents, children and our neighbors. That is ‘WORLD PEACE’.” – Swami Nathan. “Every word counts. Choose them thoughtfully.” – Max Bridges. “Peace for all.” – Mora Wells. “Peace & Happiness go together.” – Veena “Smile easy.  ” – Sarvesh & Ramya “Good Start!” – S. Prasad
  • 18. Hauppauge, New York, USA Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org
  • 19. Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org "If we are to teach real peace in this world, and if we are to carry on a real war against war, we shall have to begin with the children.” ~ Mahatma Gandhi. Venue: H. Lee Dennison Building, Hauppauge, NY
  • 20. Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org Volunteers of Shanti Fund (VOSF) have been reaching out to many Long Island schools for over 10 years in order to promote a culture of peace and nonviolence. Each year more and more schools throughout the Long Island make a special effort to participate and involve all students for several days. This year over 13 school districts participated in the “Peace on the Planet” celebration from September 21st to October 8th.
  • 21. Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org Artwork by students were displayed at the H. Lee Dennison Building
  • 22. Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org The event began with observance of International Day of Peace on September 21 st by Long Wood Schools by creating a large human peace symbol involving 1500 students and releasing white doves. William Floyd Schools in Mastic expanded to a five day celebrating involving each day, “Peace in Me”, “Peace in Our Community”, “Peace in Our Schools”, “Peace in our Country” and “Peace on the Planet”. On September 30th Girl Scouts of Suffolk County had a special celebration at Camp Edey.
  • 23. Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org Students wore white symbolizing peace
  • 24. Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org On October 1st many schools celebrated a day of Peace on the Planet. Most students wore white for peace, the students created peace wall in many schools describing peace quotes and many different peace activities were carried out. All schools had an artwork competition within the school & each school submitted their best poster for the final competition. They were displayed at the plaza level of H. Lee Dennison Building.
  • 25. Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org The New York event was well attended
  • 26. Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org In addition, Mahatma Gandhi’s 141st birthday was celebrated as an International Day of Nonviolence declared by the United Nations in 2007. VOSF joined a global celebration all over the world and every one took a ‘Pledge of Nonviolence’.
  • 27. Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org Students reading peace messages
  • 28. Hauppauge, New York United States | A Shanti Fund & Long Island School Collaboration | Organizer: Panna Shah www.shantifund.org High school students from all participating schools joined us and presented each of their school programs on “Peace on the planet”. Kings Park students incorporated in a power point presentation of global multitude of problems in the game of ‘Jeopardy’. For the second year they were declared a winner with the best presentation. School programs continued on Tuesday, when Freeport schools had a big celebration and Bay Port Schools as well as Port Jefferson Schools planned on October 8th due to their homecoming. Thousands of students and more and more schools on Long Island look forward each year for a creative way of celebrating peace on Gandhi Jayanthi and honor all world peace leaders.
  • 29. Akron, Ohio, USA Organizers: Zach Freihof, Bekey Hewit www.akronpeaceproject.org
  • 30. Akron, Ohio, United States | Organizers: Zach Freihof, Bekey Hewit www.akronpeaceproject.org Venue: Musica, 51 E Market St , Akron, Ohio (7.30pm)
  • 31. Akron, Ohio, United States | Organizers: Zach Freihof, Bekey Hewit www.akronpeaceproject.org The Akron Peace Week culminated with a music night at Musica at Akron Ohio where the audience strapped on their dancing shoes and boogied on down for peace! The evening presented musicians Kristine Jackson, Rachel Roberts, A band named Ashes and Zach Freihof/Love Initiative. Proceeds from the show supported the Battered Women’s Shelter. Zach Freihof performing
  • 32. Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Organizer: Jiti Bhatia www.gandhi.ca
  • 33. Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | Organizer: Jiti Bhatia www.gandhi.ca Venue: Gandhi Statue in Downtown Alberta & Delta South Hotel in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
  • 34. Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | Organizer: Jiti Bhatia www.gandhi.ca Organized annually by the Mahatma Gandhi Canadian Foundation (www.gandhi.ca) the banquet brought together Edmontonians animated by Gandhi’s pioneering teachings on non-violence, social equity, human dignity, and a culture of peace.
  • 35. Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | Organizer: Jiti Bhatia www.gandhi.ca Mahatma Gandhi Statue in Alberta, CA Picture source: www.waymarking.com
  • 36. Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | Organizer: Jiti Bhatia www.gandhi.ca About 400 people from about 20 different communities participated in the banquet on October 2nd, 2010 at Delta South Hotel in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada following a garlanding of Gandhiji's statue located in front of main downtown library. Shri Satya Brata Das, a well known journalist, writer and author, was the key note speaker. He outlined Gandhian values and their application to current problems. It was an outstanding speech which touched the hearts of every person who attended this function and Shri Das received a standing ovation a few times during his talk. The guests included representatives from 3 levels of government and some foreign diplomats.
  • 37. Hamilton, ON, Canada Organizer: Rama Singh, Khursheed Ahmed www.mcmaster.ca
  • 38. Hamilton, ON, Canada | Organizer: Rama Singh, Khursheed Ahmed www.mcmaster.ca Venue: Hamilton City Hall, Hamilton, ON, Canada Picture source: www.mcmaster.ca
  • 39. Hamilton, ON, Canada | Organizer: Rama Singh, Khursheed Ahmed www.mcmaster.ca The peace festival was started in 1993, a year before the celebration of the 125th anniversary of Gandhi's birthday and has been held annually on a weekend closest to Gandhi's birth day (October 2). On October 2 2010, the 18th annual Gandhi Peace Festival was celebrated at the Hamilton City Hall. The theme of the festival this year was "The Power of Nonviolence".
  • 40. Hamilton, ON, Canada | Organizer: Rama Singh, Khursheed Ahmed www.mcmaster.ca Picture source: www.mcmaster.ca
  • 41. Hamilton, ON, Canada | Organizer: Rama Singh, Khursheed Ahmed www.mcmaster.ca Conducted by the McMaster University students to increase peace education, build solidarity among collaborating campus organizations and foster a culture of peace, the festival started with a lecture by Dr. Graeme MacQueen on “The fictional basis of the war on terror” on September 29 2010 at the Health Sciences Centre, Room HSC-1A06, McMaster University. On Saturday, (Oct 2), the festival moved to the Hamilton City Hall with a Peace and Justice Fair involving community organizations. Dr. Yaser Haddara, Professor of Electrical Engineering addressed the gathering followed by a peace walk through downtown Hamilton, a free vegetarian lunch of Indian food, and entertainment. The day also marked the celebration of the International Day of Nonviolence. MacPeaceWeek activities continued throughout the week (October 4-8) - consisting of a range of celebratory activities during the lunch hours and public lectures and workshops during evenings. In addition to McMaster University, other sponsors were the India-Canada Society (Hamilton), and the City of Hamilton. Submissions of articles, poems and reports on peace themes were also invited to be included in the annual publication of Gandhi Peace Foundation called "Living Gandhi Today".
  • 42. Frankfurt, Germany Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org
  • 43. Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org Venue: Hall of Ev. Dreifaltigkeitsgemeinde, Frankfurt Photo by: Stefan Berndt – www.foto.de
  • 44. Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org On the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi's 141st birth anniversary the Frankfurt Gandhi Talks were continued on 2-3rd October 2010 in the hall of Ev. Dreifaltigkeitsgemeinde at Frankfurt/ Main, Germany. This was a free event in German language organized and carried out jointly by Indo German Cooperation, GandhiServe Foundation and Hessian Foundation for Peace and Conflict Research. This year’s topic was "Gandhi and Jesus".
  • 45. Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org Dr. Wolfgang Sternstein during his lecture "Gandhi and Jesus - The End of Fundamentalism". Photo by: Stefan Berndt – www.foto.de
  • 46. Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org On Saturday, 2 October, Dr. Jona Aravind Dohrmann (Indo German Cooperation) gave a welcome speech and introduced the programme and speakers to the 75 guests. The "Lightning of the Lamp" was done by Prof. Cherian Kurian, Chennai, India, and words of welcome were given by the Indian Consul General of Frankfurt/Main. This was followed by a lecture by Dr. Wolfgang Sternstein on "Gandhi and Jesus - the end of fundamentalism".
  • 47. Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org Discussion Panel on “The Ethics of Mahatma Gandhi and Jesus – a comparison and relevance today.” From Right: Dr. Michael Blume (Author, Bad Vilbel), Dr. Claudia Baumgart-Ochse (HSFK, Frankfurt/Main), Dr. Wolfgang Sternstein (UWI e.V., Stuttgart), Dr. Jona Aravind Dohrmann (DIZ e.V., Frankfurt/Main), Peter Rühe (GandhiServe Foundation, Berlin), Prof. Cherian Kurian (Chennai), Heidi Marie Schuth (Translation). Photo by: Stefan Berndt – www.foto.de
  • 48. Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org After a break with Indian tea, coffee and snacks a panel discussion took place about “The Ethics of Mahatma Gandhi and Jesus – a comparison and relevance today.” The lecture was followed by a get together and a superb Indian dinner.
  • 49. Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org Prof. Cherian Kurian during his lecture "Gandhi and Jesus". Translator: Heidi Marie Schuth Photo by: Stefan Berndt – www.foto.de
  • 50. Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org On Sunday, 3 October Prof. Cherian Kurian, Chennai, India, lectured about “Gandhi and Jesus – a comparison”. Interpreter was Heidi Marie Schuth.
  • 51. Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org A visitor of the photo exhibition "Mahatma Gandhi - Travelling by Train". Photo by: Stefan Berndt – www.foto.de
  • 52. Frankfurt, Germany | Organizer: Peter Rühe www.GandhiServe.org, www.gandhitopia.org Event resources are available at the links below: Dr. Wolfgang Sternstein on "Gandhi and Jesus - the end of fundamentalism": Audio (German): http://www.gandhiserve.org/gandhitopia/20101002_frankfurt/sternstein.html Manuscript (PDF): http://www.gandhiserve.org/gandhitopia/20101002_frankfurt/gandhi_und_jesus_sternstein.pdf Prof. Cherian Kurian’s lecture on “Gandhi and Jesus”: Audio (English and German): http://www.gandhiserve.org/gandhitopia/20101002_frankfurt/kurian.html Discussion Panel on “The Ethics of Mahatma Gandhi and Jesus – a comparison and relevance today.”: Audio: http://www.gandhiserve.org/gandhitopia/20101002_frankfurt/panel.html Photographs of the event: http://www.gandhiserve.org/activities_d/events/2010
  • 53. Amadora, Portugal Organizer: Fernando Santos – “Let’s Imagine Peace Together”
  • 54. Amadora, Portugal | Organizer: Fernando Santos – Let’s Imagine Peace Together
  • 55. Amadora, Portugal | Organizer: Fernando Santos – Let’s Imagine Peace Together Inspired by a “Let’s Imagine Peace Together” video (http://www.thankyoo.com/vidyoos/227), Fernando Santos encouraged people to "fly a kite for peace” in their own city and post pictures on the “Let’s Imagine Peace Together” facebook group. He plans to continue the campaign next year to fly kites with the Peace symbol on them.
  • 56. Borgosesia, Italy Organizer: Riccardo Gramegna www.gandhiinaction.ning.com
  • 57. Borgosesia, Italy | Organizer: Riccardo Gramegna www.gandhiinaction.ning.com Valsesia Gathering near the “Peace Tree”
  • 58. Borgosesia, Italy | Organizer: Riccardo Gramegna www.gandhiinaction.ning.com The Valsesia meetup was a celebration of the 24th anniversary of the "People's March for a Non- Violent Society" which took place in Valsesia in 1986, the International Year of Peace and an observance of the International Day of Nonviolence. 27 people attended the meetup in Borgosesia (Valsesia European Community) on the 2nd of October, remembering the values and principles of the 1986 Peace March for a Non-Violent Society, when, celebrating the International Year of Peace, Gandhi In Action International organized the March asking local people to build a peaceful, non-violent community to share the goal of a global peaceful world. After the reading of the Pledge of Nonviolence, a discussion was started and all agreed that acting locally, living globally and thinking positively, all could see that in the world there is more love than hate, more peace than war, and more non-violence than violence. All present declared their willingness to meet again next year inviting their friends.
  • 59. Chennai, India Organizer: Dhwani Jaisankar, Student KRMM School
  • 60. Chennai, India | Organizer: Dhwani Jaisankar, Student KRMM School Organizing Team of Students seen in the background as the show begins with music
  • 61. Chennai, India | Organizer: Dhwani Jaisankar, Student KRMM School Dhwani Jaisankar, a 12 year old student at KRMM School in Chennai was inspired to participate in the International Day of Nonviolence observance and approached her School Headmistress for permission to conduct an event at school. With encouragement from the school administration, a few students got together and organized the event. The event was a celebration of the International Day of Nonviolence, Gandhi Jayanthi and the birthday of Lal Bahadur Shastri as all three events occur on the same day. The show began with music by drummer Kishore and keyboard player Nagaraj, both class XI students followed by a quiz on Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri.
  • 62. Chennai, India | Organizer: Dhwani Jaisankar, Student KRMM School Students taking the Pledge of Nonviolence
  • 63. Chennai, India | Organizer: Dhwani Jaisankar, Student KRMM School The students in the audience were then given 2 minutes to gather their thoughts on the International Day of Nonviolence and then participate in a discussion. Most students felt that given all the violence and terrorism around the world, the need of the hour was Nonviolence. This was a good segway to taking the pledge of Nonviolence, a means to the end of achieving world peace. All students rose and took the pledge solemnly. These students set a good example on how the new generation can take the lead to wards embracing Nonviolence for lasting peace and harmony in the world.
  • 64. Mumbai, India Organizer: Ranjana Kanti www.indiaredefined-a4c.org
  • 65. Mumbai, India | Organizer: Ranjana Kanti www.indiaredefined-a4c.org
  • 66. Mumbai, India | Organizer: Ranjana Kanti www.indiaredefined-a4c.org India Redefined organized a meeting on ''Gandhi's vision for the empowerment of Youth and Rural India'' on 2nd October 2010 at Navi Mumbai from 3 PM to 6 PM for discussing the relevance of Gandhi's vision and message for the youth and rural economy. The event also observed The International Day of Nonviolence and administered The Pledge of Nonviolence.
  • 67. Kew East, Australia Organizer: Roots and Shoots Monash
  • 68. Kew East, Australia | Organizer: Roots and Shoots Monash Venue: Willsmere Estate, Kew East, Australia
  • 69. Kew East, Australia | Organizer: Roots and Shoots Monash Roots and Shoots Monash, in partnership with Parks Victoria and UN Association of New Zealand celebrated the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi who symbolizes peace and who promoted care for the environment and sustainable living throughout his life.
  • 70. Kew East, Australia | Organizer: Roots and Shoots Monash Planting trees to commemorate Mahatma Gandhi’s 141’s birthday.
  • 71. Kew East, Australia | Organizer: Roots and Shoots Monash On the 2nd of October they marked the 141st birthday of the Mahatma by planting 141 trees. This project also recognized the UN International Day for Nonviolence and the UN International Year for Biodiversity.
  • 72. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Organizer: Amutha Ramadas
  • 73. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Organizer: Amutha Ramadas Venue: Annapurna Restaurant, Kuala Lumpur
  • 74. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Organizer: Amutha Ramadas Amutha Ramadas took the initiative to organize a small gathering in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to discuss and share thoughts on Nonviolence and Peace before taking the Pledge of Nonviolence.
  • 75. Uppsala, Sweden Organizer: Jan Viklund, www.gandhitoday.org
  • 76. Uppsala, Sweden | Organizer: Jan Viklund www.gandhitoday.org Venue: Stora Torget , Uppsala, Sweden
  • 77. Uppsala, Sweden | Organizer: Jan Viklund www.gandhitoday.org Candle Vigil for Nonviolence, Solidarity & A Multicultural Sweden Gandhi remarked: "I do not want my house to be walled in on all sides and my windows to be stuffed. I want the cultures of all the lands to be blown about my house as freely as possible." A candle vigil was held to encourage multicultural tolerance and greater participation of the Swedish people in the world as a whole.
  • 78. Geneve, Switzerland Organizer: Eric Delèze/India Association of Geneva – http://www.india-geneva.com/newweb/iag-home.html
  • 79. Genève, Switzerland | Organizer: Eric Delèze/India Association of Geneva – http://www.india-geneva.com/newweb/iag-home.html Venue: Ariana Park, Geneva Picture Source: flickr user: keepps
  • 80. Genève, Switzerland | Organizer: Eric Delèze – http://www.india-geneva.com/newweb/iag-home.html The Indian Association Geneva (IAG) organized its annual India-Fest event to commemorate the International Day of Nonviolence at the Ariana Park, Geneva and the 3 rd anniversary of the unveiling of the Gandhi statue in Geneva while celebrating 60 years of Swiss-India friendship treaty and the ‘joie de vivre’ in peaceful and tranquil Switzerland! The program included releasing of white balloons as a symbol of peace and nonviolence, followed by a cultural program and Authentic Indian cuisine dinner.
  • 82. Dubai, United Arab EmiratesAround The World Tripathi Other Participants | Organizer: Ambuj Venue: Western International College, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
  • 83. Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Organizer: Ambuj Tripathi An event was organized on 2nd October 2010 in Ras Al Khaimah UAE at the Western International College where Ambuj Tripathi, Faculty Financial Reporting and Audit, gave a presentation on "Nonviolence and its significance in today’s world." The event coincided with the “Traditional day” celebrations at the College. Nearly 100 students along with the other faculty members had an opportunity to listen to the presentation. In addition, the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, UAE organized an elocution competition for students on "Relevance of Gandhiji in the Modern Age".
  • 84. Online at inspeak.com Organizer: Angela Jordan, Tarek Aziz www.scouting4peace.org
  • 85. Online at inspeak.com | Organizer: Angela Jordan, Tarek Aziz www.scouting4peace.org Venue: Online Concert at inspeak.com
  • 86. Online at inspeak.com | Organizer: Angela Jordan, Tarek Aziz www.scouting4peace.org Scouting4peace.org organized an online Concert for For International Day of Peace on inspeak.com. Participants were welcomed to present songs or readings from their respective countries. The concert demonstrated how all countries and nations could come together and share the gift of music and speech.
  • 87. Other Participants Around The World Registered at: www.meetup.com/idnv
  • 88. Other Participants Around The World Cairo, Egypt Tarek YAziz, www.scouting4peace.org Łódź, Poland Adrian Ambroziak Cleveland, Ohio Carlton Jackson Portland, Oregon Terri Shofner Minneapolis, MN Dirk Cannon Northville, Michigan Charles (Chuck) Keys Philadelphia, PA Dilip V Shah Delray Beach, Florida Pablo del Real Nesoddtangen, Norway Idah Knedal Urmo Newton Abbot, UK desmond dillon Posuelo de Alarcon, Spain Yuval Fischer Ivrea, Italy Laura Fiori Bergamo, Italy F.C. Manara
  • 89. Other Participants Around The World Menton, France Bernard-guy van Eecke Odesea, Ukraine Rys Kr Ram Allah, Palestine Faraj Zayoud Yeroham, Israel Yuval Fischer Dehradun, India Amit Ahluwalia Ahmadabad, India Aarti Pandya Coimbatore, India Chandini Sunderrajan Colombo, Sri Lanka Prasad Ranatunga Fukuoka, Japan Binmei Jp Hong Kong, China Gaisen Ko Jhongli City, Taiwan indy Taipei, Taiwan Pony More supporters at www.facebook.com/nonviolenceday and on the facebook event
  • 90. 2010 IDNV Global Campaign Team
  • 91. The 2010 International Day of Nonviolence Global Campaign Team Veronica Valles, Community Service Peter Rühe, Founder Chairperson, Director, Center for Spiritual Living, The GandhiServe Foundation Dallas, Chair of the Season for Peace and Nonviolence (www.64-days.org) and Gandhitopia Website: http://peter.ruehe.net Tarek Aziz, Chairman, Scouting4Peace Foundation
  • 92. The 2010 International Day of Nonviolence Global Campaign Team Anna Krasnyanskaya, Artist of the “Peace Here and Now” Video Archana Rajan, Organizer of the International Day of Nonviolence Campaign, Katherine Cheshire, Advisor, Founder www.peacetroops.org Founder, Touch The Earth Foundation Vishal Changrani, Android App developer for the Pledge of Nonviolence Android App
  • 93. “Nonviolence is a weapon of the strong – Mahatma Gandhi”