UNITED WE MARCH ~ A 2013

NATIONAL YOUTH SUMMIT

IICA INDIAN INTERFAITH COALITION ON HIV & AIDS

"Be the change that you wish to see in the world."

~ Mahatma Gandhi

Volunteer for a Better India - An Introduction

India is one of the developing nations of the modern world. An independent nation, a republic for more than half a century, the country has been engaged in successful efforts to attain development and growth in various areas. However, there are many areas in which the country has been experiencing an array of social challenges such as corruption, safety of girls, declining child sex ratio, drugs and alcohol abuse, HIV & AIDS etc. Some of these issues have their roots in our colonial past whilst others related to demographic changes, socio-political conditions and cultural processes. It's time that we, the citizens, volunteer to shoulder responsibilities and be a part of the solution. Volunteering is a passion kindled by humanness. It is action on the ground. Volunteer for a Better India (VFABI) is a call of every citizen to make things better and to give a better society to the coming generation. VFABI is a call to give one hour of your precious time to set things which you think are not right. It is the call of the hour not to blame our society, but to plunge into action. VFABI is a beginning of a realization, deep within all of us that our nation and its pride are of upmost importance to each one of its citizens. VFABI is symbolized by its strength which portrays India as a nation stimulated by unparalleled growth driven by young and fresh ideas and spearheading a revolution that is going to set examples for generations to come. It offers a platform to every Indian to channelize talents, voice, opinions and emerge as a leader, and more over a responsible citizen.

Be a volunteer and be the agent for change!

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What more could a girl want?

We Can Transcend... Yes!!!

Empower Now ~ Voices from us ~ The Youth

Volunteer for a Better India - Our Partners

VFABI has partnered with expert agencies such as Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), HEROES Project, International Network of Religious Leaders Living with HIV & AIDS (INERELA+), Indian Interfaith Coalition on HIV & AIDS (IICA), United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Family Planning Association of India (FPAI), National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre (NDDTC, AIMS), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), United Nations Millennium Campaign (UNMC), The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), United Nations Global Compact Network India (UNGCN) & DRISHTEE on HIV and AIDS, the Declining Child Sex-Ratio, Sexual - Reproductive Health and Rights, Drugs and Alcohol, Opportunities. Corruption, Millennium Development Goals, Safety for Girls and Entrepreneurial

Volunteer for a Better India - Partnership Rationale

Founded in 1981 by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar,The Art of Living is a Not-for-Profit, Volunteer based, Educational and Humanitarian NGO (Non-Governmental Organisation) engaged in stress-management and service initiatives. The organization operates globally in 152 countries. The organisation's programs are guided by Sri Sris philosophy of peace: Unless we have a stress-free mind and a violence-free society, we cannot achieve World Peace. To help individuals get rid of stress and experience inner peace, The Art of Living offers stress-elimination programs which include breathing techniques, meditation and yoga. Through a unique system of specialised agencies with global reach, the UN system as a whole not only coordinates, but also plays an integral operational role in emergency relief efforts, working in close collaboration with national governments, nongovernmental organisations (NGOs), the private sector, and affected populations on a plethora of social development issues. The United Nations works to save lives and improve the economic and social condition of people around the world.

The Art of Living has the volunteer force and an undying passion to serve whilst our partner agencies the technical expertise on various issues. The partnerships under VFABI is a humble joint attempt to reach out to masses on various issues in the most technically correct and appropriate manner.

Volunteer for a Better India - Collaborative Events

United We March ~ A National Youth Summit 2013
February 2nd, 2013, New Delhi The Premise for the Summit is sensitization of the young leaders under the overarching spirit of human values to address issues relating to HIV and AIDS, the Declining Child Sex-Ratio, Sexual - Reproductive Health and Rights, Drugs & Alcohol, Corruption, Millennium Development Goals, Safety for Girls and Entrepreneurial Opportunities. Summit Design The summit will commence with a joint plenary session followed by a deeper orientation through highly interactive, youth friendly breakaway workshops, all independent yet parallel, each on the key issues. It will be facilitated by the various VFABI partners and will culminate in a joint valedictory session.
Breakaway Workshops 1 UNAIDS, HEROES Project, INERELA+ & IICA Getting to Zero! Zero New HIV Infection-Zero Discrimination-Zero AIDS Related Deaths! India currently has the world's third largest population of people living with HIV. Infections are escalating in the age group 15 to 24 years. In this challenging and interactive workshop, participants will learn how to protect themselves from HIV, but equally important, how to better understand and respect people infected with and affected by HIV through the prism of empathy, compassion and dignity. Myths and stereotypes will be shattered, and youth will be mobilized to achieve the goal of Zero New HIV infections, Zero AIDS Related Deaths and Zero Discrimination.

UNFPA, FPA India Spot It to Stop It - Everyone Counts! Bridging the Gender Gap! Steeped in patriarchy, a complex nexus of socio-economic and political factors that have gained strength over centuries nurture and promote gender discrimination. The manifestations of this are evident in everyday life including the declining child sex ratio in India, which reflects both pre-natal and post-birth discrimination against girls. Pre-natal sex selection, also referred to as gender-biased sex selection, is the practice of misusing technology to determine the sex of a foetus and eliminating it if found to be female. Discrimination against women and girls is also perpetuated through denial of reproductive health choices and rights. Individuals play an important role in exercising and protecting reproductive and sexual health choices. What actions can the youth take to change the script and challenge the existing story of India? Its time we find the answer.

National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre, AIIMS High on Life! Away from Drugs & Alcohol! The vision of this workshop is to develop youth leaders who are informed and capacitated to be the agents of change for substance use scenario in the society. In this skill building interactive workshop, participants will be interacting with national level experts and will be introduced to e-technologies for substance use issues.

UNODC Know It to Fight It! Myths & Facts About Corruption As one of the developing economies in the world, India faces the challenge of corruption which has spread its tentacles in every sphere impacting the quality of life of the common man. During this highly interactive and candid workshop, participants will learn about what acts are corruption, what are the areas of our life in which corruption permeates, broad discussion on some of the Indian laws on anti-corruption that youth must know and some ideas on what youth can do in their own life to address corruption.

UNMC World We Want! The Millennium Development Goals & Priorities Beyond 2015! It is vital, now more than ever, to understand the progress made globally and by India in delivering on its promise to halve hunger, provide decent employment and reduce infant mortality and why a global framework such as the MDGs is important for India. In this engaging workshop, participants will gain an understanding an overview of the MDGs in the context of India's current scenario, the post 2015 development agenda consultations and clear ways in which the youth can engage with this dialogue and The MY World survey as an immediate platform for engagement and most importantly that citizens should engage with the development process for better governance.

UNICEF Girls Every Where. Safe Every Where! Safety For Girls is Their Right! There has been an increase of more than 1000 percent in the number of rape cases in India since 1971. One in three of these rape victims is a child. There is need to make sure girls and women are valued, respected and feel safe, not only within the confines of their homes but also in public spaces. Girls have the right to have the chances to develop, grow and contribute to the country's development.

UNGCNI, DRISHTEE Vill to Lead! Entrepreneurship for Young India & A New World ! The spirit of youth leadership, commitment and sensitivity for action is very critical and important to support rural entrepreneurship. In this very hands-on and interactive workshop, participants will gain sensitivity about issues pertaining to rural community and understand the gaps, needs and priorities of the local communities and visualize innovative and sustainable solution. They will learn hands-on problem solving FGD, understand real life situations for work groups, and get to interact with talented volunteers of DRISHTEE who will share their wonderful and fulfilling experiences.

Volunteer for a Better India - Youth Summit Logistics & Registration

Summit Time : 10:00 am to 2:00 pm (Reporting time 9.00 am strictly) Venue : Delhi Technological University (Formerly Delhi College of Engineering), Shahbad Daulatpur, Bawana Road, Opposite Rohini Sector - 17 Delhi - 110042 Nearest Metro Station is Rithala.

How to Register
Entry to United We March ~ A National Youth Summit 2013 summit is strictly through registration Registration per participant is INR 1000/- only. Fill up the "Registration Form" enclosed with this brochure. Alternately you can avail the Registration Form

through the National Co-ordinators of the summit (contact details in subsequent page).
The Registration Amount can either be in Cash or a Demand Draft to be made in favor of 'VVKI - Seva & Satsang';

payable at New Delhi.

Last date to submit duly filled Registration Form along with the Registration Amount is Jan 28th, 2013; 4 pm. The duly filled Registration Form along with the Registration Amount to be handed over to your respective State

Co-ordinator only. (To know the details of your State Co-ordinators, please contact our National Co-ordinators)
Certificates of Participation will be extended to the participants, which will be of symbolic support as they embark on their careers

Volunteer for a Better India Youth Summit National Co-ordinator's Contacts

Important for Registered Participants
To participate in your College / University Uniform - Blazer (if there is one) To be present for the entire duration of the Youth Summit. Shall not be allowed to switch the workshop once registered To indicate the order of workshop preference (on the Registration Form); however confirmation is based on seat availability Must carry your entry pass to gain entry to the Summit Must carry your Photo ID You will be responsible of taking care of your to and fro travel, accommodation and food through the entire period

National Co-ordinators (Queries & Registrations) Nirmal Matella @ 9212476150 Dr. Poonam Gulia @ 9871499113 Shyamala Jhaveri @ 9731534441 Priyanka Bagaria @ 8800338553

Email: vfabi.youthsummit@gmail.com

Volunteer for a Better India - Collaborative Events

VFABI Mass Media Grand Finale*
February 3rd, 4.00 - 7.00 pm, Ramlila Maidan, Delhi

This grand finale will feature a unique Voices on Issues by our Partner organizations to promote engagement of the masses on the selected social issues and will serve to energize VFABI with people pledging their time and commitment to the cause of nation building. The highlight of the event will be a talk by H. H. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, inspiring lacs to join hands and Volunteer for a Better India. It will also include a cultural program with Hindustani classical singers performing patriotic songs.

* The entry to the Mass Media Grand Finale is free for all

What you aspire for the nation, collectively we can achieve.

~ H.H Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Summit Secretariat:
The Art of Living ~ Delhi Centre, 216 - C Humayunpur, Opp. B6/98, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi 110029 9212476150 / 9871499113 / 9731534441 / 8800338553 Email: vfabi.youthsummit@gmail.com www.vfabi.org, www.artofliving.org