India Behind The Lens (News Centre)

"Mysticism & Spirituality are the language of the heart. There is no conflict among people who know the truth." - Sri SriRavishankar

Over 100 Pakistani youth from various universities underwent a 7-day program in the age group of 18 to 25 years at the Indus School of Arts and Architecture, Karachi. Muslims, Christians, Zoroastrians, Hindus and young people of the Sufi faith participated in the Youth Empowerment Seminar.

The aim was to empower the youth as individuals and then enable them to take responsibility for a violence-free, stress-free society. Strategies were also discussed to take initiatives for breaking prejudices by bringing together people through music, dance, drama, arts, sports and social service. Almost all agreed to the fact that since we take food, fashion, music and technology from all over the world; it’s time to globalize wisdom as well and not just potato chips and fizzy drinks. The youth thus have a major role in deepening the roots and broadening the vision of a nation.

The youth were inspired by the social work of the AOL volunteers during the Pakistan earthquake in June 2005 and the tremendous humanitarian efforts by the foundation worldwide.