Gatherings that build bridges, dissolve boundaries, and deepen peace
Annual gathering of religious leaders, diplomats, civil society leaders, and youth delegates from over 60 nations. Focused this year on the theme "Ahimsa as Global Policy: Moving from Rhetoric to Reality."
The flagship annual convention of the Youth for Ahimsa program, bringing together 500+ young peace leaders from 50+ countries for three days of dialogue, training, and collaborative action planning.
A dedicated forum on the relationship between non-violence and sustainable development goals, co-hosted by Ahimsa World Alliance and the United Nations Environment Programme. Lokesh Muni will deliver the keynote address.
A regional interfaith dialogue bringing together community leaders and scholars from Hindu, Jain, and Muslim traditions in Gujarat to foster understanding and collaborative action on shared social challenges.
A landmark gathering of 2,000+ delegates from 45 countries, culminating in the Mumbai Declaration on Non-Violence — a joint commitment to Ahimsa-based conflict resolution endorsed by 120 religious and civil society organizations.
Lokesh Muni led a delegation of Jain leaders to the Vatican for a historic interfaith prayer service, joining with His Holiness Pope Francis and representatives of 15 faith traditions in prayer for world peace.
Over 1,000 young people from across India gathered for three days of workshops, dialogues, and action planning under the theme "Building the Non-Violent Future." The convention produced the Delhi Youth Pledge for Ahimsa, signed by all participants.
Ahimsa World Alliance organized a high-level side event at the 78th UN General Assembly, bringing together ambassadors and civil society leaders to discuss Ahimsa as a framework for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
Lokesh Muni delivered a keynote address at the Parliament of the World's Religions, presenting Jain Ahimsa philosophy as a path for achieving interfaith unity and global sustainability. The address was received to a standing ovation from delegates representing 200+ faith traditions.