On this International Women’s Day, Ahimsa Peace Institute reaffirms its commitment to uplifting women and fostering resilience among young girls through our partnership with AVANI. For years, AVANI has been a beacon of hope rescuing children from child labor, empowering women with education and economic opportunities, and championing community-led solutions for sustainable change. From […]
Love in Action, Ahimsa in Motion
January 30, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Season for Nonviolence 2025 Begins Today! From January 30 (Mahatma Gandhi’s Memorial Day) to April 4 (Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Memorial Day), we honor the legacy of two champions of nonviolence. This 64-day global campaign is a call to action for peace and positive change. Explore the Journey: Season for Nonviolence 2025 79-page slideshow […]
Jimmy Carter a Champion of Humanity
January 9, 2025 by Leave a Comment
As we usher in a new year, Ahimsa Peace Institute reflects on the profound legacy of President Jimmy Carter, a global symbol of peace, nonviolence, and humanitarian service. His life exemplifies the values of ahimsa in thought, word, and deed. From his early years in Plains, Georgia, to his historic presidency and post-presidential humanitarian endeavors, […]
Celebrating Adi Da’s Jayanti: A Holy Day of Divine Birth
November 3, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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
October 27, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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
October 23, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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
October 2, 2024 by 1 Comment
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
October 1, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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
September 27, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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
September 16, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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
August 28, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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
August 15, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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
July 18, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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
July 13, 2024 by 1 Comment
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 25, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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: […]