Celebrating Adi Da’s Jayanti: A Holy Day of Divine Birth

  Today, we honor the Jayanti of Avatar Adi Da Samraj, a day marked by profound spiritual significance. I had the privilege of being and celebrating with Him November 3, 1997 in Naitauba, Fiji, and that sacred time continues to instruct me.   On this day, we celebrate Adi Da’s birth, which was an event […]

Tushar Gandhi’s Insights on Nonviolence Today

  Watch full discussion on YouTube On October 16, 2024, The Peace Alliance’s Department of Peacebuilding hosted a powerful discussion, Nonviolence Today: Carrying Forward Gandhi’s Message, featuring Tushar Gandhi. Lynnea Bylund, founder of the Ahimsa Peace Institute, was invited by the Peace Alliance to introduce Tushar Gandhi, the great-grandson of Mahatma Gandhi and a prominent […]

Panel Discussion Summary – Ahimsa In Action: Transforming the Future Through Nonviolence

On October 5th, 2024, we co-hosted a moving panel discussion on “Ahimsa in Action: Transforming the Future Through Nonviolence,” where distinguished global leaders explored how the principles of nonviolence can create a more just and peaceful future. This 90-minute virtual event brought together peacebuilders, activists, and leaders from diverse backgrounds to reflect on their personal […]

Gandhi’s Legacy: Celebrating the Power of Ahimsa

Today, October 2nd, marks the 155th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi as we celebrate the International Day of Nonviolence. Gandhi’s legacy continues to resonate across the world, inspiring millions to embrace peace, love in action, and the transformative power of Ahimsa—nonviolence. Born in 1869, Gandhi dedicated his life to truth, nonviolent principles, and uplifting humanity. […]

A Call for Peace Amid Escalating Global Tensions

As we commemorate the One October tragedy in Las Vegas in 2024, Rajmohan Gandhi’s heartfelt message from last year remains profoundly relevant. Delivered during The Light of Ahimsa: Healing Hearts With Nonviolence event at UNLV in Las Vegas on October 1, 2023, his words honored the memory of “the innocent, unsuspecting music-loving human beings casually […]

Meet Our Panelists: Honoring Nonviolence and Gandhiji’s Jayanti

Ahimsa In Action Transforming the Future Through Nonviolence September 28 – October 4, 2024  AHIMSA – Gandhi: The Power of Powerless Screening for Change October 5, 2024 Panel Discussion As we approach October 5, 2024, and gather to celebrate the International Day of Nonviolence and Gandhiji’s Jayanti, we are honored to introduce the remarkable individuals who […]

Meet the Co-Hosts: The Peace Alliance & Ahimsa Peace Institute | Ahimsa in Action

Meet Screening Co-Hosts Co-Host – The Peace Alliance/ Campaign for a Department of Peacebuilding We are thrilled to introduce the co-hosts of our upcoming screening event, starting with The Peace Alliance, a nonprofit organization established on March 31, 2004. Co-founded by peace activist and author Marianne Williamson, The Peace Alliance has dedicated itself to making […]

AHIMSA Gandhi Special Screening and Live Virtual Panel

Announcing a Special Screening of AHIMSA – Gandhi: The Power of the Powerless and a follow-up Live Virtual Panel Discussion  The Peace Alliance Celebrating the 61st Anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” Speech  August 28, 1963 August 28, 2024, marks the 61st anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic “I Have […]

Honoring the Collective Spirit of India’s Independence

India’s Independence Day is a day of celebration, reflection, and deep gratitude. It marks the end of over two centuries of British rule and the birth of a free nation. While Mahatma Gandhi is often revered as the face of the Indian independence movement, it is crucial to recognize the vast collective effort that brought […]

Celebrating Mandela Day and Gandhi’s Legacy: A Journey of Nonviolence

Constitution Hill the site of the nation’s highest courts as well as the Old Fort Prison complex, where South African citizens such as Gandhi and Mandela were once held. Photo by Lynnea Bylund, Johannesburg, South Africa, June 8, 2018.  July 18, 2024, marks a significant convergence of two monumental figures in the history of nonviolence. […]

Ahimsa Peace Institute Statement on the Recent Political Violence

We are deeply saddened by the political violence at the former President Trump rally. This violent act is a reminder of the urgent need for peace and nonviolence in our society. At the Ahimsa Peace Institute, we firmly believe that our survival and progress depend on our commitment to Ahimsa—the practice of love in action. […]

Inspiring a Movement of Love and Nonviolence in Brazil

June 22, 2024: A Day of Enlightening Presentations The bustling city of Belo Horizonte, Brazil, was the epicenter of an inspiring event on June 22, 2024. NIC (Núcleo de Integração das Ciências) hosted a day filled with thought-provoking presentations from distinguished speakers across various fields, including university professors, civic leaders, and integrative doctors.  Pictures Above: […]

Premiere Brazilian Screening of ‘AHIMSA Gandhi: The Power of the Powerless’

NEWS PROVIDED BY EIN Presswire Jun 20, 2024, 2:36 PM ET | Distribution Report Ahimsa Peace Institute (GWEI-API) The Children of AVANI The Gandhi Room Brazil | Honoring Arun Gandhi  Arun “Appaji” Gandhi, 5th Grandson of MK Gandhi Honoring the Father of Nonviolence | “My Life Is My Message” New GWEI-API Board Member Emilia Queiroga Barros […]

Spreading the Message of Nonviolence: A Legacy of Mahatma Gandhi

Spreading the Message of Nonviolence: A Legacy of Mahatma Gandhi As we reflect on the enduring legacy of Mahatma Gandhi, the importance of spreading the message of nonviolence remains as vital as ever. In an era where communication and connectivity have transcended geographical boundaries, the principles Gandhi championed can reach and inspire a global audience, […]

Welcoming Emilia Queiroga Barros to Ahimsa Peace Institute Board of Directors

I recently traveled to Belo Horizonte, Brazil for NIC’s event on June 21 and 22. I’m excited to announce that my longtime friend and collaborator since 1997, Emilia Queiroga Barros, is opening a new Nucleus of Sciences Integration (NIC) office headquartered in Belo Horizonte. We are thrilled to welcome her to our Ahimsa Peace Institute […]