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UNIQUE YOUNG JAINS CONVENTION

MAKING A DIFFERENCE THROUGH DIRECT ACTION AND ENGAGEMENT - AN INTERVIEW WITH ANUJ SHAH, YOUNG JAINS CONVENTION LEADER

1.       What difference will the convention make to the lives of the delegates who attend? What is special and unique about it? Why should people sacrifice their time to be there?

The Young Jains conventions are truly inspirational and life changing events. Delegates will realise that within them they have the power and energy to achieve anything. This year's convention is entitled The Winning Mindset, the mentality required behind achieving success. We'll be exploring some of the seed thoughts and reflections from Jain philosophy that can change our way of thinking into this Winning Mindset.

Young Jains are the only organisation in the UK to offer these unique insights in an accessible, digestible, memorable and useable way. We use a variety of techniques to make the whole experience engaging and fun. These include visual presentations, stories, modern music, workshops, audience participation and props. The convention will be an unforgettable experience not to be missed out on.

2.       What inspired you to give up your time and energy to organise this huge event?

I still have amazing memories of my first inspiring convention and the lasting impressions it left with me. Being apart of this year’s conventions has given me the opportunity to delve deeper into the philosophy of Jainism myself to help deliver the content for this year. I have gained far more on what the Jain faith has to offer us than we can share with delegates on the weekend. Above all, we've seen how previous conventions can have a huge impact on people perceptions, thoughts and actions. Knowing we can be part of such positive change provides extraordinary motivation.

3.       In what way does Jain philosophy make people into better and more effective leaders for the world we live in today?

The Jain philosophy is vast, our convention this year is focusing on detachment and how it is really possible to live life free from expectation, worry and fear, the qualities of the Winning Mindset! An effective leader remains steady in mind and thought regardless of the events, or changes occurring around them. We'll be revealing the small changes you can make to your thinking now in order to achieve it.

4.       How can one register to attend this unique event?

The event is open for to all, irrespective of age, faith or creed - IT IS ON JULY 20-22, 2012.. You can register online now at www.youngjains.org.uk/convention. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity

Article added on 29th May 2012 at 4:02pm