International Association For Human Values
The International Association of Human Values (I.A.H.V.), a not-for-profit organization founded in Geneva in 1997, by H.H. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.
The International Association of Human Values develops and implements workshops and constitute bilateral dialogue forums which address the following causes:
1.) Sustainable Rural Development.
2.) Trauma Relief.
3.) Personal Development that encourages the practice of human values in daily chores.
4.) Socioeconomic Development aimed at overall sustainability.
5.) Inter-communal Harmony.
6.) Women Empowerment in Rural as well as Urban Areas.
7.) Afforestation and Hygiene.
8.) Modern Education for the Underprivileged (in Rural and Tribal Areas).
9.) Leadership development amongst Youth.
I.A.H.V. upholds that the incorporation of values into all fronts of human lifestyle will ultimately lead to development of a more peaceful, just, sustainable and balanced world. I.A.H.V. is dedicated to reviving human values and bringing about world peace and development through individual commitment towards "joyful living", "selfless service" and "self awareness".
In fostering human values, The Association works in collaboration with partners dedicated to similar goals. This includes governments, educational institutions, other NGOs, business corporations and individuals. I.A.H.V. is an NGO with international presence with a special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations.
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