Tuesday, September 22, 2009

International Day of Non-Violence


Program Date:  Friday, October 2, 3:30pm
Online Registration begins September 18.

The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on October 2, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. This day is referred to in India as Gandhi Jayanti.


Mahatma Gandhi was the top political and spiritual leader of India during the Indian independence movement. He was the pioneer of satyagraha—resistance to oppression through mass civil disobedience. His actions were firmly founded upon ahimsa or total non-violence. He led India to independence and has inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world.
For ages 5 - 8.

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