Kids bring creativity, awareness to World Environment Day
Ganeshpuri, India— On June 5, the people of Ganeshpuri celebrated World Environment Day with activities organized by representatives from PRASAD Chikitsa, and from local schools and youth groups. At the Primary School of Ganeshpuri, enthusiastic children created drawings and Rangoli to express how trees benefit both people and the environment. Read more…
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PRASAD España Showcases Self Help Group Program
November 2007 was a busy month for PRASAD España, as they shared about the work of PRASAD in three different settings.
First,
on November 5th, PRASAD España President David Mendez and General
Manager Xavier Nova offered a presentation on PRASAD’s Self Help
Groups (SHG) Program in India to the Women’s
House of the Jerez de la Frontera (south Spain) Town Council. David
and Xavier gave a broad overview of the program and of the situation of
women in the Tansa Valley, explaining in detail the creation of the groups,
the process of training, and the activities they organized on World Women’s
Day. Xavier also shared some success stories of businesses started by
the women of the SHGs. Those present then were invited to sponsor a Self
Help Group with a monthly donation of 12€ ($17USD), PRASAD España’s
cost for creating and supporting one SHG. The presentation, which was
attended by women from different organizations that support women’s
empowerment in society, was well received.
On
the weekend of November 22-25th, as part of their commitment to raise
awareness about PRASAD’s sustainable development programs in India,
PRASAD España participated in the 23rd
BioCultura exhibition in Madrid. They provided and staffed a booth
with information about PRASAD’s programs and again offered their
presentation about the SHGs. Said Xavier, “Since the expo focused
on bio products, natural living, environmental protection, and sustainability,
we shared PRASAD’s perspective on how we promote self sufficiency
through our sustainable development programs in the Tansa Valley.”
Finally, on Saturday the 24th, David accepted an award on behalf of PRASAD España at the closing program of the International Social Film Festival of Torrijos (in Toledo, Spain). The festival is for films that promote education, values, gender equality, solidarity and tolerance. The award was for PRASAD’s work in the Tansa Valley in India. In accepting the award, David paid tribute to the women in PRASAD Chikitsa’s self help groups. He also acknowledged the great effort and perseverance of the team supporting the SHGs, saying, “I receive this award on behalf of them.”
PRASAD España Produces Films to Support India Programs
PRASAD Australia Event Raises Funds for India Program
PRASAD
Australia held its first Sydney area fundraiser on Saturday evening, November
10, 2007, overlooking the city from the elegant National Trust headquarters
at Observatory Hill, above the historic Rocks area. The evening of beautiful
art, music and food was organized to raise awareness and funds about the
work of PRASAD Chikitsa’s Reproductive and Child Health Clinic in
the Tansa Valley. PRASAD Australia has committed to raising $50,000 annually
to support the clinic’s services for pregnant mothers and their
babies.
The evening began outside, where the 125 guests took advantage of the
balmy Sydney summer weather to enjoy the view of the city from the grounds
of the historic Observatory Trust Building. While they mingled and enjoyed
refreshments, an a cappella choir performed contemporary and soul pieces.
After a warm welcome by their PRASAD Australia hosts, the crowd moved
inside to view the art, jewelry, sculpture, pottery and accessory on display
for the silent auction. Artists and designers from within the Australia
Siddha Yoga community as well as some of their colleagues from all across
the country contributed works for the event.
Marie Elrington, PRASAD Chikitsa Reproductive and Child Health program
manager, had traveled from India especially for the evening and gave a
moving, informative talk about PRASAD’s work in the Tansa Valley.
PRASAD Australia Board Chairman Peter Raines spoke about the work of The
PRASAD Project worldwide.
Then the silent auction commenced. Auction emcee, PRASAD Australia Board Director Anatole Kononewesky, roused the crowd’s enthusiasm and spirit, as people bid and applauded the sales. Many of the items sold, and PRASAD Australia made significant progress towards reaching their $50,000 goal.
PRASAD Australia extends their heartfelt gratitude to the great beings
whose love and generosity made the evening a success and helped support
the work of PRASAD in India.