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Festival of Humanity 2006 | Wesak FestivalFestival of Humanity ...the heartbeat of a New, Enlightened World
Mission:
The Festival of Humanity here in Central VA is an opportunity for individuals, organizations, and the arts, skills, & talents of people of multiple backgrounds, cultures, and faiths to gather & celebrate the power & beauty of the human spirit. An underlying focus of this event and the process of creating it is our shared ability to overcome negativity and uplift the world for the better.
Objective:
Our objective is to draw from the rich array of resources and talents here in our local community of greater Charlottesville to create a shared, beneficial experience of upliftment. We see this gathering as a means to strengthen the collective consciousness which honors the sacredness of life. Through the arrangement and focus of the festival, we will aim to support and highlight a range of efforts working to further peace and well-being within individuals and within our greater community.
In a post 9/11 world, we recognize the need for addressing differences in a positive, healthy way. This is an exercise to see how we can positively impact Charlottesville and beyond through gathering together in service of humanity as a whole. We hope to organically develop the Festival in coming years to include more from the global community.
Representation...Pieces of the Pie:
a range of:
Cultures, Faiths, Generations, Races, Backgrounds.
a range of Disciplines & Areas:
Art & Music / Fitness & Movement / Care of the Earth, Environment, & Animals
Children's Activities & Involvement: their vital role
Humanitarian Concerns...Human & Civil Rights
Higher Consciousness Businesses
Local & Global Peacebuilding / Local Government Representation & Leadership in Our Community
More...
Co-Sponsors:
Are you part of a non-profit organization, a local business, or a corporation that would like to aid in the realization of future Festival of Humanity celebrations here in Charlottesville, VA? If so, consider becoming a Co-Sponsor.
Do you have any of the above skills or resources to support the upcoming Festival of Humanity? If so, please let us know.
Arc of Festival's Evolution:
Currently, the development of an annual Festival of Humanity by the DLRC is on hold. Discussions with leaders in other local organizations & event planning groups continue for future Festival of Humanity programs that the DLRC would host. We are always looking for individuals who would like to contribute to this effort, particularly those leading positions that involve community organization & volunteer coordination to develop this uplifting gathering. If interested, please contact us.
Contact Information:
Co-Chair, Tim Rose TimRose999@gmail.com
DLRC Director, Julia Jondahl Julia@DLRCenter.org
