Gandhi Research Foundation

The "Khoj Gandhiji Ki" museum is a multimedia exhibit, uniquely presenting Mahatma Gandhi's life and work through 30 dynamic segments. By visualizing Gandhi's experiences, it not only offers insights into his significant contributions but also serves as a tool for individuals to address contemporary global challenges. The primary objective of the museum is to instigate a transformation in the visitor's mindset by instilling the essence of Gandhi's message.

The Winter School in Nonviolence and Peace is an annual international training event lasting one week. It delves into the theoretical foundations of nonviolence, peace, and conflict resolution with the goal of reimagining a socially and environmentally sustainable way of life. Led by renowned scholars and practitioners of Gandhi's Sarvodaya philosophy, this interactive workshop guides participants in developing holistic perspectives to address global challenges and controversies. The programme includes meditative yoga sessions, experiential Peace Walks, observational Bird Watching, and interactive sharing of personal experiences related to peace. Open to students, peace activists, human rights supporters, and anyone interested in acquiring skills for peaceful and harmonious coexistence.

This program presents an effective strategy for addressing conflicts in various spheres of life, be it professional or personal. Conducted periodically as a three-day, 18-hour workshop, it enables participants to grasp the fundamentals of conflict, identify its root causes, and develop proactive responses. Moreover, it equips them with a range of tools, techniques, and methods to transform conflicts into creative experiences. Utilizing participatory games and exercises, the workshop introduces approximately a hundred concepts across six 3-hour sessions. This training is suitable for professionals, educators, community leaders, entrepreneurs, senior students, and homemakers, and it offers both online and on-campus attendance options.

District

Jalgaon

States

Maharashtra

The Gandhi Research Foundation (GRF) is an educational institution dedicated to rural development, actively engaged in fostering sustainable livelihoods in India's villages through applied research on social, economic, political, cultural, and environmental matters. Nestled in a pristine rural setting near Jalgaon, the GRF's campus is a pollution-free haven adorned with lush gardens and mango orchards. Equipped with an extensive library, archives, and a multimedia Gandhi museum, complemented by comfortable accommodations, the GRF offers an ideal environment for student interns to engage in a diverse range of educational experiences.

This interactive workshop spans two days and delves into the understanding of peace, its principles, and the various methods to foster it among individuals, families, and communities in their social, economic, political, and ecological contexts. Through participatory activities and exercises, attendees gain a repertoire of tools and techniques to promote peace within their families and communities. It's open to anyone interested in cultivating harmony in society.

The Sustainable Development Internship targets young professionals and community leaders committed to social justice. This internship, lasting from one to three months, is open to young community leaders and CSR practitioners. It imparts a robust foundational understanding of sustainability and development. The focus is on introducing effective infrastructure and systemic approaches for fostering equitable development in rural communities. It covers areas such as agriculture, watershed management, sanitation, healthcare, education, and entrepreneurship. Board and lodging are available at a reduced rate, while the training is provided free of charge.