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Art of Living Foundation P.O. Box 50003 Santa Barbara, CA 93150 T: 1-877-399-1008 www.artofliving.org San Francisco Bay Area www.artoflivingsfba.org Keynote Talk Love Moves the World An Evening with His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Sunday, May 11th, 2003 at 5:30pm San Jose McEnery Convention Center 150 W. San Carlos Street, San Jose For Info Contact: (888) 909-7359 / [email protected] Art of Living Foundation Executive Summary Rare marketing opportunity with an international non-profit educational and humanitarian organization, spanning 140 countries A very popular event with His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Advertise with a very reputable and established organization Wide exposure Premier sponsors will additionally have onstage announcements, VIP tickets & banners Event is highly promoted and visible in newspapers, TV, Radio, maganizes, and on internet sites Art of Living Foundation Executive Summary Contd. Demographics of attendees Upto to 15,000 people expected Diverse attendees – Valley professionals, medical practioners, educators, students, families/kids, etc Tap into highly affluent Asian Indian community Flexible Ad-Pricing Program with organizational information and local courses/events, including the Ads, will be given out A treasured program/brochure Art of Living Foundation The Art of Living Foundation is dedicated to creating peace from the level of the individual and fostering human values within the global community. It is an educational, charitable, and humanitarian foundation, established in 1982 and registered in the U.S.A. with the IRS as a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization * Eliminating Stress * Creating a Sense of belonging * Restoring Human Values and * Encouraging “Oneness” through Celebration and Service Art of Living Foundation As a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), we work in special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations, participating in a variety of committees and activities relating to health and conflict resolution. Our volunteers are of different faiths from all over the world, comprising of Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, Hindus, Jews, etc. We adhere to no one religion or religious practice in particular, but we honor and embrace the spiritual truths that are at the heart of all religions. * Not a Religious Organization * Volunteer & Service Driven * Worldwide Recognition * Over 2 Million course participants in over 140 countries Art of Living Foundation The Programs are practical and are conducted by trained and qualified volunteers and teachers. Participants from all walks of life have reported substantial benefits in mental, physical and spiritual health.. Knowledge Youth & Teens Adults & Seniors Employers & Employees Community An understanding of the Self is imparted with focus on the practical application of this knowledge in daily living. Certain tools, techniques and practices are encouraged which help one remain centered in the Self. Courses Service ART Excel Community Projects Musical Satsangs Art of Living Course Meditation Yoga Retreats Community Projects Musical Satsangs Knowledge Satsangs Art of Living Course Meditation Self Management Course Yoga, Retreats Breath Water & Sound Community Projects Musical Satsangs Knowledge Satsangs Knowledge Talks Community Projects Knowledge Talks Musical Satsangs Ayurvedic Retreats Please contact the local Art of Living volunteers for program availability, course duration, locations, timings, course fees and special events. Art of Living Foundation ART Excel For Youth & Teens (All Round Training in Excellence) A program that enables young people to handle emotions such as fear, anger and frustration in positive ways Also teaches vital non-academic skills such as the art of making friends, the secret to popularity, and the value of service to others - all in a supportive, yet challenging and fun atmosphere Supports overall health and happiness by teaching a variety of self-empowering techniques that foster peace of mind, mental clarity, focus, physical relaxation and emotional stability Art of Living Foundation Specialized Courses Art of Living course on campus for college students MIT, Stanford, Purdue, Univ Texas-Austin, IITs, etc Art of Living course for “Depression” Art of Living course for “HIV” Art of Living course for “Cancer” New programs are continuously added to respond to dynamic requirements of local and global communities Art of Living Foundation Professional Affiliations (partial listing) CONGO (Conference of NGO's in Consultative Status with ECOSOC of the United Nations), Geneva U.N. Mental Health Committee and U.N. Committee on Aging, New York International Union for Health Promotion and Education, Paris NGO Forum for Health, Geneva Art of Living Foundation Worldwide Community Services 5H Program - holistic approach to social upliftment. Aim is to uplift individuals and communities so that they become self-reliant: socially & economically. Social and community development projects with a focus on Health, Hygiene, Homes, Harmony in Diversity, and Human Values Prison Smart Program – serves inmates, residents of halfway houses, those on parole and probation, at-risk youth, victims of crime, law enforcement officers and corrections professionals by helping them deal with stress in a positive and enriching way Art of Living Foundation Worldwide Services Contd… Education: Students are challenged to go beyond their limited perspective to consider the world at large, with all its diversity. Emphasis is placed on hands-on activities as service projects, which incorporate fundamental human values into their lives through firsthand experience Free Schooling Community Welfare Medical Camps Art of Living Foundation Affiliated / Sister Organizations IAHV - The International Association for Human Values is an affiliated organization whose mission is to promote and support the development of human values throughout the world. It is a nonprofit, educational organization that works in collaboration with partners dedicated to similar goals Care for Children - Care for Children is an affiliated organization which provides education for children who would otherwise not have the opportunity. Transportation, meals, uniforms and medical care are provided along with an excellent education that covers both the basics and nurturing human values Art of Living Foundation Art of Living International Activities Art of Living Foundation Vision, Inspiration, Energy “ His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, A World Leader Existence is a Fact, Living is an Art.” 2003, World Conference 2000, Address at United Nations 1995, Address At United Nations Age 26,1982 Founded the Art of Living Foundation 2001, Address to World Economic Forum 1997, Launched IAHV and World Human Values Campaign 1992, Launched Prison SMART Foundation Art of Living Foundation Over 2 million people, Over 140 countries Art of Living Recognitions Art of Living Foundation Benefits of Art of Living Greater creativity and clarity of mind Improved productivity Reduced stress Powerful Healing Breath Technique Improved health and wellness Art of Living Foundation International Centers (partial listing) Banglore, India Currently the Art of Living Foundation has more than 3 International Centers (with more on the way!). These facilities are located in beautiful natural surroundings and house administrative offices and course facilities for inresidence courses. Part of the charm of courses at these International Centers is that they draw course participants from all over the world. Ved Vignan Mahavidya Peeth Contact(s): Prashant Rajore 21st km, Kanakapura Road Udayapura, Bangalore Karnataka 560 062 , India Phone: 91-80-8432274 Fax: 91-80-8432832 Email: [email protected] http://www.artofliving.org/bangalore/ Bad Antogast, Germany Montreal, Canada Contact(s): Akademie Bad Antogast Bad Antogast 1 77728 Oppenau Phone: +49-7804-91 09 23 Fax: +49-7804-91 09 24 Email: [email protected]. St. Mathieu du Parc (Quebec) Fondation L'Art de Vivre Contact(s): Pierre Laflamme 13 Chemin de l'Infinite St. Mathieu du Parc Quebec G0X 1N0 Other Information Phone for IAOLF-Europe is +49-7804-9739-66. Phone for European Ayurveda Center is +49-7804-9739-61 Phone: 819- 532-3328 Fax: 819-532-2033 Email: [email protected] Art of Living Foundation Other Events Art of Living Course Part I and II, Art Excel, Birthday Celebrations with Sri Sri Ravi shankar, May 8th-14th, 2003. IAHV/UC Berkeley Educational Symposium, May 14th 2003 Art of Living Foundation Art of Living Foundation Sponsorship Benefits Summary Event highly promoted – upto 15,000 people Extremely affluent audience Reputable international organization, spanning 140 countries Well attended event with His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Premier sponsors will additionally have onstage announcements, VIP tickets and event banners Art of Living Foundation