APPLICATIONS OPEN – TEACHING FOR PEACE (ISSJS.2026-TFP): IMMERSIVE PROGRAM IN AHIMSA FOR EDUCATORS

ISJS invites applications for its transformative three-week residential program, Teaching For Peace (ISSJS.2026-TFP), to be held from July 2 to July, 22, 2026. This three-week residential program is designed exclusively for educators committed to integrating the principles of ahimsa (nonviolence) into their personal lives, classrooms, and communities.

Rooted in the belief that meaningful global change begins with individual transformation, this immersive initiative turns India into a living classroom, where participants engage deeply with the philosophy and lived practice of ahimsa.

Program Highlights:

• Visit schools and hostels where children live and practice nonviolence
• Dialogue with teachers, administrators, and students on the impact of ahimsa in education
• Explore ahimsa across diverse fields: food, medicine, health, conflict resolution, race relations, labor, clothing, sports, entertainment, and more
• Interact with practitioners of ahimsa—including educators, professionals, and public servants
• Visit sites of historical significance, including Gandhi’s cremation grounds and museums
• Participate in training sessions on ahimsa, meditation, and spiritual reflection

This program is offered specifically for educators, recognizing their pivotal role in shaping future generations. ISJS warmly welcomes teachers from all backgrounds to join this unique academic journey and explore the transformative power of nonviolence.

Last date of application: March 10, 2026

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