Gandhi’s Legacy for a Just and Inclusive Future Rooted in Gandhi’s timeless principle of Ahimsa (nonviolence), this gathering reflects humanity’s shared pursuit of justice, equity, and peace in action. Thirty years after the first World Summit for Social Development (WSSD) in Copenhagen, the global community gathers again in Doha, Qatar, for the Second World Summit […]
A Call for Ahimsa on His 156th Birth Anniversary
October 1, 2025 by Leave a Comment
On October 2nd, the world pauses to honor Mahatma Gandhi: born in 1869 in Porbandar, Gujarat, remembered not only as the Father of the Indian Nation but also as a beacon of ahimsa (nonviolence) and satyagraha (truth-force) for all humanity. This date is recognized globally as the International Day of Nonviolence, reminding us that peace […]
Ahimsa as Living Truth
June 27, 2025 by Leave a Comment
The Timeless Call to Wholeness There is a truth that does not age, fracture, or fade with time. It speaks not only through scripture or philosophy, but through the very heartbeat of life itself a truth Gandhi called Ahimsa, and Adi Da revealed as Prior Unity. In a world increasingly tangled in fragmentation, this truth […]
Statement from the Ahimsa Peace Institute on the Passing of His Holiness Pope Francis
April 21, 2025 by Leave a Comment
It is with solemn hearts that we at the Ahimsa Peace Institute honor the life and passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, a man of the people, who departed this world at the age of 88, just one day after Easter, the celebration of resurrection, hope, and eternal light. Pope Francis embodied a rare and […]
Love in Action: Carrying Ahimsa Beyond the Season
April 4, 2025 by Leave a Comment
The Season for Nonviolence | January 30 to April 4, 2025 As the 2025 Season for Nonviolence comes to a close, we reflect on the timeless wisdom of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: “Nonviolence is an absolute commitment to the way of love.” Founded in the spirit of Gandhi and King, the Season for Nonviolence […]
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, […]
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 Leave a 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. […]
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 […]
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. […]
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May 2, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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Honoring Arun Gandhi: A Legacy of Nonviolence
April 14, 2024 by 4 Comments
As we honor the first birth anniversary of Arun Gandhi April 14, 1934, since his passing on May 2, 2023, the Ahimsa Peace Institute stands in reverence to the profound impact he left on the world. Arun Gandhi, the 5th grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, dedicated his life to the principles of nonviolence, spreading his message […]