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“Gachhadhipati Acharya Shree Vijay Nityanand Surishwer Ji Maharaj Saheb – Born to devout Jain parents – Sh Chaman Lal Jain & Smt Rajrani Jain, in 1958, child Praveen took to Diksha at a tender age of 9 with all his family members – Grandfather’s brother, Father, Mother and two elder brothers. Solemnized by Jainacharya Shree Vijay Samudra Surishwer Ji M S in 1967 AD, named Muni Nityanand Vijay, soon became very dear to his Guru as well as other senior Sadhus due to his exceptional learning capacity and great qualities of head and heart. Assisting Acharya Smudra Suri Ji and later Acharya Indradinn Suri Ji, capacity to handle complex Shrisangh matters and great oratorical skills resulted in decoration with Gani Padwi in 1982, Panyas Padwi in 1989 and Acharya Padwi in 1993. Acharya Indradinn Suri made him responsible for Punjab and Northern India – a region totally dedicated to Guruwar Atma – Vallabh Surishwer Ji.
U.P., M.P., Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamilnadu, A.P., Telangana, Pondichery, Orissa, West Bengal, Jharkhan & Bihar. For the setting up of a Jain University – an unfulfilled dream of Guru Vallabh, he has shunned Milk & Sweets since last 14 years.

Session Topic : Community Service & Seva
Session Title : Swkalyan Ka Pratham Saupan – Perkalyan
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Rashtrasant Param Gurudev Shree Namramuni Maharaj Saheb is the founder of Parasdham. He has inspired Arham Yuva Seva Group (a humanitarian organization) and Look N Learn Jain Gyan Dham (a moral education programme). He is an ardent aradhak of Mahaprabhavak Shree Uvasaggahar Stotra. 48 young and highly educated youngsters have taken Jain Diksha in his sanidhya, till date. Best known for his unconventional and phenomenal positive thinking, Param Gurudev’s LIVE webcast pravachans have benefitted Jain Sanghs and families across the world in the pandemic to overcome challenges, rise in the crisis and instill a much-needed positive mindset.

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Pujya Gurudev Shri Jinchandraji Maharaj Saheb is a Jain monk and a dynamic orator who was initiated into Jain Diksha at the age of 8 by Pujya Gurudev Acarya Bhagwant Shri Premsuriji Maharaj Saheb. He is the youngest among the three brothers, fondly called as ‘Bandhutriputi’, who have travelled all around the world spreading the message of Prabhu Mahavir and help establish Jain Sanghs and temples in 6 continents of the world!

Session Topic : Health: Physical, Mental, & Emotion
Session Title : Nine Steps of Happiness
Description : Happiness is an important aspect of our human experience. But what constitutes happiness in its complete essence? Pujya Gurudev Shri, in this divine pravachan, lists out 9 such things or points, following which we can attain a holistic approach towards happiness – an epitome of Prabhu Mahavir’s teachings. Pujya Gurudev Shri has trifurcated them into three sections, namely, Physical Happiness, Mental Happiness and Spiritual Happiness. And if one truly wants to remain equanimous in times of crisis, these steps will definitely prove to be fruitful and beneficial.

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Acharya Udayvallabhsuriji is a Jain Saint. He is renowned scholar of jainism. He has very high regards for Indian culture and traditions. His pravachan are full of inspiration & reflects the deep knowledge of our culture. 

He conducts special sessions for youth namely Perfecting Youth Session, which imparts Ethics , Moral Values & Patriotism among the youth. He has set a record by conducting 100 sessions on 100 different topics in 100 months. This had been recognised by India Book of Records and has been awarded for the same. His name appeared in India Book of Record 2018 for conducting maximum seminars on different topics by an individual. He has conducted some sessions in University, Colleges, Schools & Institutions.

Organization : Prem Bhuvan Samudaya
Speech Topic : Anekantvad: Tolerance, Acceptance, & Respect
Speech Title: Anekantvad: A smooth road to drive the thoughts.
Speech Time: 50 minutes
Description : Anekantvad is a way of thinking with broad perspective. It?s like internet connectivity which helps us in receiving the ideas and messages from the others. It expands the level of understanding and excels the power of acceptance. Master in this art of thinking helps us in solving many problems and dissolving many disputes.

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Param Shraddhyeya Shree Dheerajmuni Maharaj Saheb needs no introduction, for he is widely known for his elaborate and extensive work in the field of Jainism. During the four decades of his diksha paryaya, he has played a pivotal role in resurrecting many upashrays, vihar dhaams and vayyavachh kendras across varied locations. The Shashan Pragati magazine, published under his guidance, has helped spread the surmons of Lord Mahavira for the last 31 years. He has also published more than 50 books including 11 Aagams, Jain Ramayana, Jain Mahabharat and Jain Tattva Gyaan. He has inspired the youth across the country to undertake several humanitarian activities.

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આચાર્ય ચંન્દ્રજિત સૂરિ

નામઃ આચાર્ય ચંન્દ્રજિત સૂરિ

ગુરુનામઃ યુગ પ્રધાન આચાર્ય સમ પુજ્યપાદ પન્યાસ પ્રવર ગુરુદેવ શ્રીમદ ચંન્દ્રશેખર
વિજયજી મ.સા.

દીક્ષા પર્યાય: ૫૦ વર્ષ (૯ વર્ષની ઉંમરે દીક્ષા લીધેલ)

અભ્યાસઃ * દીક્ષા જીવનના પ્રારંભના વર્ષો (લગભગ ર૨૦ વર્ષ) અભ્યાસમાં પસાર કર્યા.

* ધાર્મિક અભ્યાસ, સંસ્કૃત, પાકૃત, હીન્દી, ઈંગ્લીશ, ગુજરાતી આદિ ભાષા
ઉપર વિશેષ પ્રભત્વ છે.

ન્યાય દર્શન આદિ દર્શનોનો અભ્યાસ, જૈન આગમોનો પણ અભ્યાસ
કરેલ છે.

બાહ્ય પ્રવૃતિઃ લગભગ ર૮ વર્ષની ઉંમરથી પ્રવચન, શિબિર આદિ પરાર્થની પ્રવૃત્તિ ચાલુ
છે.

ગુજરાતના મુખ્યમંત્રી શ્રીમાન કેશુભાઈ પટેલ હતા ત્યારે તેમના નિવાસ
સ્થાન ઉપર તમામ ધારાસભ્યો સમક્ષ વિશિષ્ઠ પ્રવચન કરેલ. આ એક
એતિહાસીક ધટના છે.

* અનેક જેલોમાં કેદોઓ સમક્ષ પ્રવચનો થયેલા જેના દ્વારા ખુંખાર
કેદીઓના જીવન પરિવર્તન થયા છે.

* પર્યાવરણ મંત્રી શ્રીમતિ મેનકા ગાંધીજી હતા ત્યારે સ્કુલોમાં ચાલતા
દેડકાઓના ડીટેક્શનને બંધ કરાવેલ.

ગુજરાતમાં પર્યુષણના આઠ દિવસ રાજ્ય સરકાર હસ્તગત કતલખાનાં
બંધ રખાવવામાં પ્રભુકૃપાએ મને સંપુર્ણ સફળતા પ્રાસ થઈ. આજે પણ
આઠ ધિવસ કતલખાના બંધ રહે છે.

વિશિષ્ઠ આયોજનઃ વિશ્વના દરેક ધર્મ પોતપોતાના પ્રણેતાઓને વિશ્વ સમક્ષ પ્રસ્‍તુત કરે છે. તો પ્રભુ મહાવીર દેવને પણ આપણે આધુનિક ટેકનોલોજીથી જગત સમક્ષ
પ્રસ્‍તુત કરવા જ જોઈએ. આ વિરાટ મનોભાવના સાકાર કરવા અમદાવાદ
ગાંધીનગર વચ્ચે કોબામાં વિરાટ જમીન ઉપર “મહાવીરપુરમ” નામનું
માનવ સંકુલ નિ્મણ પામી રહ્યું છે. આ આખા પ્રયોજનના પ્રેરક તરીકે મને
લાભ મળ્યો છે.

Param Pujya Panyas Dr. Shree Arun Vijayji Maharaj Sahebji is one of the most senior practicing Jain panch mahavratdhari Upadhaya with double graduate Masters degree and PhD. A brilliant scholar and a highly respected Jain Saadhu, well versed in Jain scritptures and practices Maharj Sahebji has authored more than 35 books in a wide range of Jain subjects and established Shri Mahavir Research Foundation, Veralayam, Pune India. He is well known for his simple graphic illustrations of complex Jain concepts.

Session Topic : Ahimsa & Compassion
Session Title : Karma Phiolosphy: Practical Life Applications
Description : Pravachan will be about the principles of Jain Karma philosophy and applications to practical life problems.

Founder of RISSIOS . Chief mentor of Jain Academy of Science. Ahmedabad. Done many theoretical research in physics,  and practical research in Aura and microscopic research on edible and inedible food items.  

Organization : RISSIOS

Session Topic : Health: Physical, Mental, & Emotion

Session Title : Art of Eting. (Microscopic Examination of Edible i

Description : Why we don’t eat potato, potato wafer, green ginger, onion, carrot, garlic, butter, panipuri, and road-etary items? Practically we will show microscopic videos of such items to deciding the prohibition of such food items.

With her simplistic approach to the doctrines of Ahimsa, Love and Compassion, Pujya Sadhvi Shri Shilapiji Maharaj- an ardent disciple of Pujya Acharya Shri Chandanaji- a dynamic and inspiring leader – appeals to people from every faith and all walks of life. With an M. Phil in Comparative Religion from the University of London,Shilapiji Maharaj -is the first Sadhvi in the Jain tradition to have pursued overseas education.
A great canvas of her dedication is embodied in Veerayatan Vidyapeeth, Kutch, Gujarat- a massive relief and rehabilitation project , initiated by Pujya Acharya Chandanaji, which stands tall today as a beacon of hope, creating numerous opportunities for the educational and professional development of the rural population.
Proficient in many languages, Pujya Sadhviji is known to be a learned scholar of Jain philosophy and has been invited to deliver lectures at Oxford, Harvard and other top universities. Travelling world-wide, she has also spoken at various large conventions like the World Religion Conference in Cape Town, Chicago and Toronto as well as the Interfaith Meeting in Israel to name a few. In the pursuit of her vision of a more unified and solicitous world, Pujya Sadhviji-a great philosopher, an eloquent speaker and multilingual writer has traveled to over 20 countries , touching the hearts of millions of people through her sermons and igniting a light of change.

Speech Topic: Health: Physical, Mental, & Emotion
Speech Title: JAIN WAY TO DEVELOP RESILIENT MIND, BODY & SPIRIT
Speech Time: 60 Minutes
Description: THE JAIN WAY TO DEVELOP A RESILIENT MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT:
Develop a new resilience. Treat the person as a whole. Is this something new? Not in most ancient cultures, they accepted that there was a deep connection between mind, body and spirit and recognized that each of these comprised part of the whole. Now, through integrative medicine, we are realizing that our health is influenced not only by the physical body but the spiritual, mental and emotional bodies too. The environment, different behaviors and cultural factors contribute to our physical health. The physical body is affected by our emotions, our thoughts direct how we feel, and our energy levels sway our mind and our thoughts. Carefully tending to yourself as a whole can open up new energy channels. These clear networks create a spiritually connected, mentally stimulated, emotionally centered, vibrant person. Strengthening each of these components will help us find a meaningful, blissful life.

Sadhvi Charitartha Prabha disciple of his holiness Acharya Shri Mahashramanji undertook the spiritual journey since 1984, have in-depth knowladge of Jain Agam, Philosophy, Science of living, Preksha Meditation, former vice chancellor of Jain Vishva Bharti University. Ladnun(Rajasthan) travelled around the world being swami for 29 years. keynote Speaker and lecturer in many national and international conference, interfaith dialagues acadamic institutes and university. Pioneer in establishing Bhagwan Mahavir Professorship in Jain studies at Florida International University in Minami, USA

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Session Topic : Ahimsa & Compassion
Session Title : Ahimsa Parmo Dharm
Description : Shri Siddeshwar Brahmrishi Gurudev in this discourse on Ahimsa Parmo Dharm explains why Lord Mahavir places enormous value on Ahimsa – nonviolence and calls it highest form of dharm or religion.  Gurudev explains three key factors and their inter relationship – Ahimsa, sanyam (moderation) and Tapasya (austerity) so Ahimsa is at the core, tapasya is at the circumference and sanyam is the bridge that ties them together.  Gurudev also ties this to Atma or Soul, Body and Pran.  Atma is Ahimsa, Body is Patasya and Pran is like Sanyam.  Gurudev also explain role of Dharm and politics.  Finally, Gurudev explains in detail profound meaning of Navkar mantra.

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Moodbidri is an ancient town of historical importance in Mangalore Taluk in the undivided Dakshina Kannada District known for its SHRAMANA CONVENTION. A reputed family of this place called SUMMA GUTTU which is a royal family with a tradition of more than 800 years, has contributed 4 scholars (Shastris) to the great Jain community and one of them is the present Swamiji, a young and energetic sage who was enthroned in the religious seat of the Jain Mutt as a successor to the previous Swamiji on 29. 08. 1999.

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Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshbhai is an enlightened master, a spiritual visionary, a modern-day mystic, and an ardent devotee of Shrimad Rajchandraji. Advancing the path of Lord Mahavira, He is the founder of Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur – a spiritual organisation with 108 centres across five continents.

Blending theory with experience and the head with the heart, Pujya Gurudevshri provides powerful and practical tools to joyfully tread the inward journey. He is empowering and transforming thousands across the globe today.

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BK Shivani has been a practitioner and a teacher of Rajyoga Meditation that is at the heart of the teachings of Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization, since 1996.

First telecast in 2007, her widely popular television show aimed at self-transformation, Awakening With Brahma Kumaris enjoys the rare distinction of having completed 2,000 episodes. For over a decade, the show has empowered individuals from all walks of life. Viewers have overcome mental stress, depression, addictions, low self-esteem and unhappy relationships, by taking personal responsibility of their emotions. 

In March 2019, BK Shivani was awarded the prestigious Nari Shakti Puraskaar, the highest civilian honor for women in India, for her role in transforming human behaviours. 

Having traveled to over 35 countries across the globe across USA, Canada, United Kingdom, Europe, Australia and New Zealand, Africa, South-East Asia and Middle East, she has delivered over 3,500 talks overseas and in India. She shares simple, practical wisdom through diverse platforms like public programs, television shows, discussion panels, interactive workshops, retreats, seminars, corporate events, social and community development initiatives, radio shows and social media outlets.

BK Shivani actively promotes Organ Donation initiatives. Besides, she is part of a team which along with FOGSI, has developed ‘Adhbut Maatrutva’, a unique programme that explores scientific & spiritual principles of Divine Garbh Sanskar, for expecting parents. 

BK Shivani regularly interacts with over 6 million followers on social media. She holds an Electronics Engineering degree from the Pune University, India.

Organization: Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala
Session Topic : Community Service & Seva
Session Title : Speech by Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade
Description : Of the many ancient religions India has gifted to the world, Jainism has been one that preaches self actualization over material benefits. The intent implementation of the tenets of Jainism in every walk of life at Sri Kshetra Dharmasthala for centuries now has given it an identity on the world map today. The confluence of faiths and the execution of several social welfare projects that happen on the foundation of Jainism are conserving and advocating the principles of Jainism to the world through action more than words. With an interesting history and a revolutionary present, this Kshetra is a spiritual heartland of Jainism and Hinduism reflecting the systems of belief with nationally acclaimed initiatives such as SKDRDP and RUDSETI. Efforts to conserve the ancient religion through collective goodwill will remain consistent at the Kshetra.

Padmashri Dr. Kumarpal Desai
Padmashri Dr. Kumarpal Desai was born on 30 August 1942 at Ranpur to Balabhai Desai, Jaybhikhkhu Gujarati author. Desai is an expert of Indian culture, Jainism and Jain literature. He regularly delivers lectures on Jainism in other countries. He has also published collections of philosophical essays.
The scholastic and multi-faceted contribution of Dr. Kumarpal Desai in the fields of literature, education, journalism, social service, sports and philosophy makes him a versatile personality of Gujarat. It is commonly experienced that a person achieves distinguished position at the most in a single sphere of activity but Dr. Kumarpal Desai has distinguished himself in various fields of human activity. Kumarpal Desai was appointed as a professor emirate by Jain Vishwabharati Institute.
He was selected for ‘Jain Ratna Award’, presented by Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee to 26 outstanding personalities of the world for the propagation of Jain philosophy, on the occasion of the 2600th Janmakalyanak of Bhagwan Mahavir. He was awarded the prestigious ”Padmashri” by the Government of India in the year 2004 at the hands of the President of India Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam in recognition of his services in the fields of literature, education and culture.

Speech Topic: Ahimsa & Compassion
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Former Director of L. D. Institute Of Indology, Ahmedabad
Vice Chairman, B.L. Insitute Of Indology, Delhi
President, World Jain Confederation, Mumbai
Published 10 Books
Edited more than 100 Books
150+ Research Articles
Attended National and International conferences

Speech Topic: Health: Physical, Mental, & Emotion
Speech Title: Jain Yoga – Jeev Thi Shiv Banavaani Prakriya
Speech Time: 40-45 Minutes
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Professor Jagdish Sheth is the Charles H. Kellstadt Professor of Business at Emory University. Over 50 years combined, he has been on the faculty of University of Southern California, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Columbia University, MIT, and Emory University. He is a recipient of the 2020 Padma Bhushan Award for literature and education from the Government of India. He has been advisor to numerous corporations all over the world. He has also been on Boards of several companies including Wipro Limited. With his wife Madhu Sheth, he is co-founder of the Sheth Family Foundation.

Speech Topic: Environment & Ecology
Speech Title: Nurturing Nature: Sustain ecology, save the planet
Speech Time: 40 minutes
Description: The biggest existential threat to the planet is environmental degradation since the Industrial Revolution. Humans have extracted far more from the planet to be sustainable. The only solution to reduce the carbon footprint is to nurture nature and preserve biodiversity. The presentation will discuss how the fundamental principles of Jainism are so valuable for ecology and environment.

Physician and Teacher of Jainism at University of Mumbai

Speech Topic: Spirituality & Immunity
Speech Title: Play of Karmas
Speech Time: 30 to 45 minutes
Description: Importance of Bandh, Uday and Satta of Karma

Associate Professor, Writer, Critic, Poet
Author of three Books
compled five Books
Editor of Magazine – Prabudhh Jivan, Jain Avenue (online Magazine), delievered lectures, presented papers , published Papers.
her thrust Area – Understanding Jainism with recent approach and Gujarati Literature

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DR.RAMJAN HASANIYA HAS BORN IN A VERY SMALL VILLAGE MOTIKHAKHAR KUTCH INDIA.HE BROUGHT UP WITH JAIN MAHAJAN AND IMPRESSED FROM JAINISM FROM HIS CHILDHOOD. HIS GURUS ARE UPADHYAY BHUVANCHANDRAJI MAHARAJ, DR.GEETA JAIN AND DR.DARSHNA DHOLKIA. HE IS ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF GUJARATI AT GOVERNMENT ARTS AND COMMERCE COLLEGE RAPAR KUTCH.HE HAS DONE PH.D. ON SPIRITUALITY IN GUJARATI POETRY FROM KACHCHH UNIVERSITY IN 2013 UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF DR.DARSHNA DHOLKIA. HE HAS GOT AACHARY YASHVANT SHUKLA SUVARN CHANDRAK GOLD MEDAL FOR MASTER DEGREE. HE IS GIVING LECTURES ON VARIOUS TOPIC IN INDIA FROM 2013. HE HAS STARTED HIS JOURNEY AS SPEAKER FROM SHRI MUMBAI JAIN YUVAK SANGH. HE HAS TALKED ON LOGGAS SUTRA, JAYVIYRAY SUTRA, UVSAGHARAM STOTRA, JAIN STAVAN OF AANANDGHANJI, YASHOVIJAYJI AND MANY MORE. HE TALKS ON BASICS OF VARIOUS RELIGION AND LITERATURE AS WELL. HE HAS WRITTEN SO MANY ARTICLS REGARDING THIS WHICH HAS BEEN PUBLISHED IN RESPECTED JOURNALS . MOST OF HIS LECTURES ARE AVAILABLE ON YOU TUBE CHANNEL NAMED DR. RAMJAN HASANIYA.

Speech Topic: Faith & Devotion
Speech Title: PARAM SHANTI NO RAJMARG : JAIN DHARMA
Speech Time: 50 minutes
Description :EACH AND EVERYONE WANTS PEACE.PEACE IS COMES FROM INNER SIDE.
EVERY RELIGION HAS GIVEN THE WAY TO REACH AT PRIME PEACE.
JAIN DHARMA HAS GIVEN A LIFE STYLE TO GET THE PEACE FOR OWN SELF AND FOR SOCITY AZ WELL.
IN THIS LECTURE I HAVE DISCUSSED THAT HOW THE VALUES OF JAINISM CAN MAKE PERSON PEACEFULL
MAITRI, KARUNA, PRAMOD AND MADHYASTHYA, AHINSHA, KSHMAPANA, PRATIKRAM ETC ARE THE SUBJECT TO PRECTICE TO BE PURE FROM INNER SIDE..I HAVE EXPLAINED HERE ALL THESE THINGS IN VERY SIMPLE WAY .

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Christopher Miller completed his PhD in the Study of Religion at the University of California, Davis. He currently serves as the Bhagwan Mallinath Assistant Professor of Jain and Yoga Studies at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California. His current research focuses on the ways by which yoga practices are translated into contemporary Jain and transnational yoga communities. He is the author of a number of articles and book chapters concerned with Jainism, the history and practice of modern yoga, yoga and politics, and yoga philosophy and is a co-editor of the volume Beacons of Dharma: Spiritual Exemplars for the Modern Age (2019). Christopher is the chair of JAINA?s ?Thanksgiving Meals and Fasting Committee? which seeks to serve 100,000 animal-free meals to those in need and commit 1,000 people to fast on Thanksgiving Day. A California native, Christopher completed his yoga

Speech Topic: Environment & Ecology
Speech Title: Jain Veganism: A More Sustainable and Ethical Diet
Speech Time: 45-50 minutes
Description:Unethical and unsustainable food consumption is one of the primary contributors to climate change and environmental degradation. This presentation considers the environmental effects of our food choices, and demonstrates how a commitment to a non-violent vegan diet based on Jain principles can have a dramatic positive impact for the environment, animals, and human health. Special focus is given to the Thanksgiving Meals and Fasting Event that will be hosted by JAINA on the 400th Thanksgiving in November 2021 as one particular way to educate the general public about the adoption of an alternative, non-violent diet.

Parul Somani, Founder & CEO of Silver Linings, is an inspirational speaker and thought partner championing resilience, intention, and mental wellbeing. Building off her experiences as a business leader and people manager, Parul works with organizations to engage, educate, and empower their members to better navigate personal and professional uncertainty and challenges. She has worked with large and small businesses, universities, and non-profits on motivational events and resilience training. As a cancer survivor and caregiver, Parul also advocates for patient empowerment, the power of genomics, and healthcare transparency and access. She authored a blog, “New Job. New Baby. New Cancer.”, which has now been read in ~85 countries, and has been featured in films on survivorship and mindset. Parul has presented for internationally recognized organizations, including the World Economic Forum, Stanford Health Care, and the HLTH Conference, and was named the 2020 “Raising Hope Honoree” by the American Cancer Society. Parul holds a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and a Minor in Economics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and an MBA from Harvard Business School. She resides in the Bay Area with her husband and two daughters, and carries a lifelong love for dancing, scrapbooking, travel, and making memories.

Speech Topic: Health: Physical, Mental, & Emotion
Speech Title: 5 Steps to Building Personal Resilience
Speech Time: 30-40 minutes
Description: Strong personal resilience is critical for coping with uncertainties, overcoming hardships, and protecting our mental health. By combining personal stories of life curveballs with academic research and actionable insights, Parul will help you learn how to better face challenging times and emerge from them wiser and stronger.

Nitin Ajmera; born in Indore; schooling in New Delhi and based in USA since 1996. Currently CFO of New York Sports Club; health and fitness gym services provider in North East USA. Also adjunct faculty at Drexel University, Philadelphia – teaching Microeconomics.

Actively involved in community. Chair of Parliament of World?s Religions for 2021; served as a treasurer for 2019-20. Also President of Jain Social Group of New York. Actively involved in Jain Center of America, New York in various roles; with being President in 2015-2016.

Involved in various youth mentoring and Paathshaala classes – teaching Jainism to young professionals and High School Students.

Speech Topic: Anekantvad: Tolerance, Acceptance, & Respect
Speech Title: Anekantvaad – From Words to Action in Interfaith
Speech Time: 30 minutes
Description: We live in a world that is dividing us more than we feel united. More and more words are being used to categorize us in different blocks and raising walls that divide us further than society did ever imagine. Is Anekantvaad is just a WORD, a philosophy, a feel good vocabulary, or can it be put into action to create a world that is better for all of us.

M.A. in Jainology

Head Teacher of Chandan Swadhyay Mandir, Kolkata

Advisor to Pathshala of Ahimsa Bhavan, Kolkata.

Bestowed with title ‘JAIN DARSHINI’

Winner of ‘Ananya’ and ‘DEVI’ Award.

Writer of a book -‘Shrota Adhikar’

Appreciated by Vice President of India.

Appreciated by Governor and Chief Minister of Gujarat

Appreciated by Governor of West Bengal

Interviewed by Radio Mirch USA and India.

Featured by Times of India.

In depth knowledge of Aagams and Thokdas

In depth reading of various granth like Karma Granth, Tathvarth Sutra, etc.

Have written many papers on various topics like Ahimsa, Anekantvad, Aparigrah etc.

Speech Topic: Environment & Ecology
Speech Title: PARYAVARAN SURAKSHA MAIN JAIN DHARAM KA YOGDAAN
Speech Time: 50 MINUTES
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Education: Chartered Accountant and CIMA (London)
Professional position: CEO of a multinational company with diversified businesses.
Spiritual journey: Studied in Tapovan (Ahmedabad) under divine presence of Yugpradhan Pujya Chandrashekharvijayji (Guruma). Delivered religious discourses during Paryushan Parva in Thailand, the UK, New Zealand and East Africa. Speaker at JAINA conference in 2017.

Speech Topic: Health: Physical, Mental, & Emotion
Speech Title: Leadership lessons from Lord Mahavir
Speech Time: 45 minutes
Description : Do you struggle to deal with challenges at work and in life? Are you looking for simple yet profound principles that we can apply in day to day life? Have you ever wondered what can Jainism offer to lead a god life? Than this might the right session for you. In this session, we will look at Lord Mahavir’s life with different lenses and look closer & deeper to learn important life lessons that can help us navigate our challenging and complex lives. See you in the session.

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Well known Jain Scholar, participating in Educational activities for adults and teachers. Extensive knowledge of Jain Scriptures. Currently working on compilation of Jain Agams with Sadhu-Sadhvijis.

Co-Editor of Shasan Pragati for 15 years. Ex-Editor of Jain Prakash magazine for 20 years. Frequent contributor of articles on Jain Philosophy in several Jain publications as well as reviewing books on Jainism.

Ex-Associate Editor of Bal-Jyot, a monthly publication of Bruhad Bombay Jain Shala Utkarsh Sangh.

National Award recipient for various essays on topics Well known Jain Scholar, participating in Educational activities for adults and teachers. Extensive knowledge of Jain Scriptures. Currently working on compilation of Jain Agams with Sadhu-Sadhvijis.

Co-Editor of Shasan Pragati for 15 years. Ex-Editor of Jain Prakash magazine for 20 years. Frequent contributor of articles on Jain Philosophy in several Jain publications as well as reviewing books on Jainism.

Ex-Associate Editor of Bal-Jyot, a monthly publication of Bruhad Bombay Jain Shala Utkarsh Sangh.

National Award recipient for various essays on topics such as Syadwad and Upyog in Jain Darshan. as Syadwad and Upyog in Jain Darshan.

Speech Topic: Ahimsa & Compassion
Speech Title: Ahimsa Veshvik Chetna Nu Kendra
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Description: AHIMSA EK SHABDA MATRA NATHI.. EK VIASHWIK CHETNA NU KENDRA CHE..AHIMSA NE GYAN NO SAAR KAHIYE KE ADHATYMA NU ARCH?

By Profession , I am a practicing Eye Surgeon at Vadodara.
Alumni of Shri Mahavir Jain Vidyalaya and of course member at JAINA. Have deep interest in study, practice, and spread of ‘Vitrag Vignan’ as given by Arihants or Tirthankaras. Had opportunities to present and interact on several occasions at National & International forums since 1993. To name only few of them- YJA, Chicago 2018, at Jain Center Houston, Jain center Chicago , Jain Netwrok , Colindale & Navnat Vanik Center – London, Leicester, Manchester , First International Jain Convention at Amdavad 2020 and for many years at Pursyusan Vykhyanmala , Amdavad. Have written few books also and specially interested in Scientific ,simple, practical result giving approach through Fundamentals of Vitrag Vignan ranging from daily living to samyak Drashti and path to Liberation . Love to interact with youth .

Speech Topic: Health: Physical, Mental, & Emotion
Speech Title: Holistic Health- through Vitrag Vignan
Speech Time: 45-50 minutes(as allowed)
Description: Complete Health involves Physical, Mental, Social and Spiritual health. Body-mind-soul are interconnected. The world within us affects physical body through Nervous and Endocrinal system. We will deal with several useful aspects and golden keys to attain complete health. In fact સ્વ સ્થ – means one who stays in pure self or Atman. At gross or physical level – science of Diet, Fasting, Unodari, Aymbil will be mentioned. But main emphasis would be on Inner ( Mental,emotional, spiritual) aspects as to how our inner world functions? How incorrect understanding leads to clashes , disadjustments , Aarta,Raudra Dhyan ,Kashyas or karmic bonda. And how correct understanding or right vision will lead to happy, harmonious living with Dharmdhyan and even way to Samyak Drashti. As Incorrect understanding or wrong belief is at root of all mis happenings , correct understanding or Right belief will lead to resolution, complete health and way to liberation . Many such keys will be shared .

Organization :Stress Academy 
Stress Academy is a non-profit organization of physicians, psychologists, Jain philosophy experts and volunteers who are on a mission to empower people to become resilient to stress and conquer stress from within.  It involves providing the tools to manage perceptions, beliefs, emotions and lifestyle resulting in improved emotional, mental and physical well being of the people.
Session time : Paradigm Shift in Stress Management
Session Topic : Health: Physical, Mental, & Emotion
Description :“In this session, you will learn about:
– Brief history of medical research on stress and challenges faced by psychology and neuroscience in understanding stress– Mechanism of Stress from Jain philosophy– Techniques to visualize and identify stress – Stress Identification Diagram– Introductory concepts of framework to identify, contain, reduce, and uproot stress and other associated mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.

• “Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Godha 

– M.A, M.Phil (Gold Medal), Phd (Jain Cosmology)

– Written / Edited Many books and Articles.

– More then 25,000 Pravachan are given since 1993.

– He is currently one of the most live listened scholar on youtube in jain society around the world.

– Spreading Jainism all over the world since past 10 years.

– Visited America, Canada, England, Africa, Australia, Singapore on regular basis for lectures. 

– Received many award from national & international organisations. 

– Teaches Shastri scholars about real Jainism for past 25 years. 

– Professor at P.T.S.T, Jaipur.

– Chief Editor of “Jain Path Pradarshak fortnight magazine & Co-editor of “Vitrag Vigyan monthly.

– Thousands of followers on YouTube Channel on name of Dr. Sanjeev Godha. “

Session Topic : Faith & Devotion
Session Title : द्रव्य-गुण-पर्याय के ज्ञान से भेद-विज्ञान

my name is pt. mahesh kumar jain.i am from satna m.p.i have too much interest i religious books.i am having interest to speak about jain Darshan. I have a great interest in samaysaar,niyamsaar,moksha mar prakashak,pravchan saar,ratnkarandak shravakachaar etc.i also interested in work shop.in india and out of india also.every year i worship in Das laxchan parv.i have a lot of interest in pujan and vidhaan.

Speech Topic: Ahimsa & Compassion

Speech Title: ahimsa

Speech Time: 50 minutes

Description: ahimsa is the base of jainism.to kill anybody is himsa but self violence is also himsa.if anybody harms me than Tolerance is the best way of ahimsa.pure and healthy food is the path of ahimsa .ahimsa is the best way of living our life pure and gentle.we should obey the ahimsa rules .follow the ahimsa path by mansa,vaacha,karmrna. sadness is the wrong thing. always be ahimsak and live happily and let live peacefully others also.

Speech Topic: Health: Physical, Mental, & Emotion
Speech Title: Power of Positive Thinking
Speech Time: 60 minutes

Dr. Deepak Turakhia – MBBS, MD, DM, DNB, FISE, Mumbai, India – Cardiologist By Profession and Doctorate in Medicine & Post Doctoral Doctorate in Cardiology from Mumbai University, and Diplomate of the National Board of Cardiology-India. Since school days, he has been inclined towards philosophy in general and Jain Philosophy in particular. With enormous sects and varied beliefs in religions, Year 1983 onwards, he inclined towards Shreemad Rajchandra’s Teachings. Since then, he tries to understand Shreemad Rajchandra and his Letters written to/for True Seekers. He has curtailed is professional practice to hardly 2 hours a day and total leave from work on weekends during last 30 years, and mainly engages in satsang based on Shreemad Rajchandra’s letters, written to seekers as the sermon of Lord Mahavir – True Jainism without caste,creed differentiation.

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• Dr. Kokila P. Doshi is a professor of Economics at the University of San Diego. She has served as Regional Vice President of JAINA.  A frequent speaker at JAINA and YJA conventions, she has also served as JAINA director for a total of 10 years.  Recently, Dr. Doshi taught a course in Jainism at the San Diego State University. She has published articles in JAINA and YJA publications. Dr. Doshi serves as a Trustee of the Jain Society of San Diego.  A recipient of JAINA Adult Award, Dr. Doshi has led interfaith seminars and contributed to the local communities.  She founded pathshala in San Diego and directed its educational and cultural activities for more than 10 years. Her prior experience includes her service as a President of the Jain Society of Rochester. At the University of San Diego, Dr. Doshi contributes to the Center for Peace and Commerce. She is nominated as an Ashoka – U Changemaker Faculty for her leadership in changemaking initiatives and research on social entrepreneurship. Dr. Doshi seeks to contribute to JAINA’s education projects and spread Jain values among Jains and non-Jains. 

Session Topic : Health: Physical, Mental, & Emotion
Session Title : Peace through Purification of Aura
Description : We search for peace in the external world. However, the true and lasting peace can be found only if we turn within and connect to our inner consciousness-the blissful soul. Our subtle emotional world is reflected in our Aura-an oval-shaped electromagnetic field surrounding our body. Jainism has given us a unique concept of Leshya which goes much deeper in our inner field of energy where karmic bondage, toxic emotions (kashayas) and leshyas contaminate and color Soul’s pure vibrations. Once the instincts such as anger and ego solidify in this field of leshya, they manifest themselves at the physical level through our mind, speech and body. Our ego personality disturbs our peace and creates obstacles in the process of purifying our aura.This session addresses the two most important aspects of our state of being-How is our aura contaminated and how can we move from Ashubh (inauspicious) vibrations to Shubh (auspicious) vibrations. A mindset of Gratitude, Surrender and Mindfulness is emphasized. The session concludes with a discussion of some techniques such as color meditation to purify our vibrations.

Dr. Vijay Shah is a saadhak, taking small steps in the journey of self-realization, with interest and focus in deep learning Jain concepts ranging from karma theory, dhyan, Agaam shastras, kriyas, scholarly works, including comparative religious philosophies that evolved during and before the time of Mahavira. He has interest in Dhyan Sadhana as a Karma Nirjara Technique,  is a certified Yoga Teacher, and teaches Meditative Yoga at the local fitness club. He has also organized several Religious workshops. As a professional, Dr. Shah currently teaches business management and has several scholarly publications in his field.

Session Topic : Faith & Devotion
Session Title : Jainism in a Nutshell: The Faith & Devotion
Description :  This simple presentation will take you through a brief journey of  Mahavira’s attainment to the state of Kevalgnan, the true  form of the universe as  it exists, and as sensed in his complete vision, the challenge of transmission to humanity, the revelation of path of self- realization in simple concept of nine tatvas,   the relationship of the same to the daily Jain prayer of Navkaar Mahamantra, the utmost gratitude that we owe for the greatest gift to humankind: the revelation of the faith and the path of devotion to get to the same state of Kevalgnan as Mahivira.

For the past 15 years, Pandit Sachin Jain has been involved in teaching Jainism. At present he is working at Tirthdhaam Mangalayatan as a principle teacher – teaching the student about principles of Jainism for the past 8 years. He is also involved in establishing and running the Mangal Vidhyapeeth, an online Jainism learning course with more than 500 students all over the world. 

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Pankaj Jain is a social worker who is on a mission to keep our social media (Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter) clean of Fake News. He runs India’s oldest and largest fact checking and fake news busting website since 2015. He is a renowned International and 3 times Ted X Speaker and a trusted source for many newspapers, media houses, tv channels, Facebook, Google, Twitter to bust fake news which are spreading around us.

Organization : SMHoaxSlayer (Social Media Hoax Slayer)
Session Topic : “Save the world from Fake News using Jain Principles of Ahimsa (Non-Violence), Satya (truth) and Anekantavada (many-sidedness)
Pankaj Jain’s Introduction :

Pranam, Jai Jinendra everyone. I am sure all of you are enjoying this amazing JAINA Convention.

Today, I want to introduce our next speaker Pankaj Jain.

Pankaj Jain is an ordinary business man who is doing an extraordinary social service of running India’s oldest and largest Fact checking website – www.SMHoaxSlayer.com since 2015.

Following PM Narendra Modi’s mission of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan”, his mission is “Swachh Social Media Abhiyan”. Stop Fake News !

Pankaj started by checking and clarifying fake news viral messages on social media, WhatsApp, messenger etc. Fake news was harmless in the beginning but later it turned to intentional ones, spreading hate, mis-balancing the society, and a few times even resulting in violence.

He has been consulted by Facebook, Google, Twitter and many other news agencies. Many times he was mentioned and consulted by Indian regional police e.g. Rajasthan Police, Nagpur Police, Mumbai Police etc. His work has been recognized by Indian and global media and he has been Invited by many Indian prominent institutes, Journalism/Mass communication colleges and Atlantic Council in Washington DC.

He has been featured in Indian media and US Newspapers like New York Times, LA Times, The Guardian, and Washington Post. Pankaj Jain is a renowned International and 3 times Ted X Speaker. 

Today his speech topic is “Save the world from Fake News using Jain Principles of Ahimsa (Non-Violence), Satya (truth) and Anekantavada (many-sidedness)

We invite Pankaj to JAINA Convention to share his mission of Swachh Social Media Abhiyan and how each one of us can help break this chain of fake news and end this fake news pandemic.

Jai Jinendra

Doctor Kirit Gosalia lives in Phoenix, AZ where he had a private medical practice in the field of cardiovascular diseases for 30 years. He taught cardiovascular education to students at Mid-Western medical school in Phoenix for many years. He also trained young doctors in the field of cardiovascular diseases. 

Kiritbhai’s interest in Jainism dates back to his origin from India. From early childhood he was exposed to different sub sects of Jainism. He was the pioneer for making a uniform Jain curriculum in North America for the children born and brought up in America. In 1982 started teaching Sunday school. 

He was the primary force for designing and building a magnificent Jain temple in the Phoenix area in 2008. The unique architecture of the temple is well appreciated in North America and is a blend of Indian heritage and the new world of the USA. He is currently a member of the Board of Trustees for the Jain Centre of Greater Phoenix.

In the mid 1990’s he also established the yearly conference for Jainism in India. He

travels all over the world and delivers the Jainism lecture series. He conducts Paryushan and Dash Lakshan Parva at various institutions in North America. He also is sought after for guest lecturer all over the world. He also conducts the prestigious pratishtha for temple inauguration ceremonies. For his services to Jainism in North America, he was awarded prestigious adult leadership awards for outstanding contribution to promoting Jain core values in North America at the 2017 JAINA convention.

Dr. Gosalia is married and has three children and four grandchildren. He has made

Phoenix, AZ his home and has been retired for the last 10 years.

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Manu Shah is the co-founder and CEO of M S International, Inc. (MSI), a philanthropist, a strong believer in education and literacy. Manu Came to USA in 1967 and married to Rika in 1971. MSI now headquartered in Orange, California where Manu is CEO and two sons are CO-President; is now the largest distributor of natural stone in the world offering countertops, wall tiles, flooring, and landscaping material. MSI employs over 2100 associates in North America. MSI directly supports over 180,000 jobs worldwide including about 45,000 jobs in India mostly in rural areas. MSI imports material from 38 different countries with 34 MSI locations in North America with Revenue exceeding $2B.
Manu was named national Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst and Young in 2007
Manu & Rika has been involved with many philanthropy activities for the past 20 years. As a founder of the Sarva Mangal Family Trust (SMFT), he has continually sponsored and donated many Philanthropic causes – The family trust also supports Ekal Vidyalaya, SAHARA (South Asian Help to abused Women), Pratham (Every Child in school and learning well), AIF (America India Foundation) and 30 other charities US and India base organizations.

Session Topic : Experiments in Philanthropy
Description : this is a live session. Dr. Nitin Shah will discuss/ interview with Manubhai about giving. There will be opportunity for audience to participate with questions and comments. 

“Global Centre Head & Guide – Ongoing PHD Thesis Topics for 5 research scholars from Zoroastrian College
1.THE STUDY ON EFFECT OF BHAKTAMAR STOTRA SHLOKA NO.8 UPON HUMAN BEINGS SUFFERING FROM VARIOUS KINDS OF PROBLEMS
2. To STUDY The EFFECT OF BHAKTAMAR STOTRA SPECIALLY 24TH SHOLKA AND PREKSHA MEDITATION UPON HUMAN BEINGS SUFFERING FROM MIGRAINE AND HEADACHES.
3. “To study the effect of Bhaktamar Shloka #30 and soul meditation on human beings for their victory, success and money-oriented problems.””
4. “To study the effect of Bhaktamar Stotra especially #33 shloka and meditation upon human beings suffering from all types of fever and other ailments like COVID.”
5. THE STUDY OF FOURTEEN GRANTHAS AND MEANING OF SHLOKAS IN VERY EASY AND SIMPLE LANGUAGE FOR HUMAN BEING WRITTEN BY JAINACHARYA TARAN SWAMI JI LONG BACK.

Session Topic : Health: Physical, Mental, & Emotion
Session Title : Bhaktamar 48 magical tools for manifestation
Description :“DISSERTATION PH.D. 2007 “ 2010: Jainism Method of Curing with special reference to Bhaktamar Stotra
2010: Zoroastrian College affiliated to the Open International University for Complementary Medicines, Sri Lanka,and United Nations Peace University, Central America, World University, U.S.A, Moscow State University and others.  
7 Ph.D.  degrees awarded on various Shlokas of Bhaktamar under my able guidance.