The Global Dharma Conference (GDC) is an initiative of the Hindu Students Council. Every GDC aims to explore, experience and express the concept and meaning of "Dharma" in various walks of life - from Science and Spirituality, to Environment, Family, Society, Religion, etc. - in order to achieve harmony at the individual, societal and global levels. "Dharma" has various meanings, including, but no
t limited to "That which sustains the natural order of things", to "The universal principles, laws and duties that bring peace, harmony and progress." GDC 2015 is an experiential event bringing together college students, young professionals and others from around the world for 3 days of thought inspiring sessions, blissful yoga and meditation sessions, fun-filled dances and vibrant performances. Top spiritual leaders, celebrity guests, speakers and performers will convene and share their wisdom, experiences and talent with the attendees. A truly memorable event reconnecting the youth to their roots as well as to the powerful and profound concepts of Dharma and its applications to create a more holistic and harmonious Self, Society and World. RECONNECT with our roots, our heritage, and our Dharma…
REJUVENATE the Inner Self through healing and blissful yoga and meditation Sessions…
REALIZE the applications of Dharma for a better Self and the World…
GDC 2003 brought together 2000 people from 20 countries and 70 universities and featured world renowned speakers such as former President of India Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, Mr. Bawa Jain (Secretary General of the UN World Council of Religious Leaders), HH Shankaracharya of Kanchi Peetham, HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj, HH Swami Dayananda Saraswati, Former NJ Governor Jim McGreevey, Dr. Deepak Chopra, Dr. David Frawley, Nobel Prize Nominee Dr. George Sudarshan, Dr. Subhash Kak, Hollywood Actress Goldie Hawn and many other luminaries. HH The Dalai Lama, HH Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, former Prime Minister of India Atal Bihari Vajpayee and many other sent their blessings and support for the Conference and its organizers. The Conference also featured a riveting concert and performance by Tabla Maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain, Sivamani, Double Violin Maestros Shankar & Gingger. GDC 2015 aims to build upon the success of the GDC 2003 as well as celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Hindu Students Council.
