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In many ancient cultures the Earth is symbolised as “Mother”, representing the unity and harmony of life. This symbolism inspires virtues such as altruism, generosity, justice and order. Just as mother earth supports the human beings and countless other forms of life, we as an integral part of nature probably have a role to play to maintain the natural balance.
In celebration of International Mother Earth Day, the Pune branch of New Acropolis Cultural Organisation India is hosting a panel discussion to explore the intimate connection between Philosophy and Nature. The panel has accomplished representation from environmental science, nature-inspired art, sacred groves, and Eco-volunteering. Yaron Barzilay, the National Director of New Acropolis India, will bring the philosophical perspective to string the discussions together.
The panelists will include
• Yaron Barzilay – National Director of New Acropolis India
• Ketaki Ghate from OIKOS – An organisation working with a specific objective of nature conservation to restore and improve the status of natural resources, processes and biodiversity.
• Shailaja Deshpande from Jeevit Nadi – This organisation mobilises local volunteers in a sustained manner in order to revive Mula Mutha River.
• Shakti Bishnoi who will share her knowledge on sacred groves. Mr and Mrs Bishnoi, were the first to plant Sacred groves within Pune city.
• Rajendra Kulkarni – Renowned artist and founder of Aakar Pot art, a Studio Pottery studio since 1998
About International Mother Earth Day
The United Nations designated 22nd April as International Mother Earth Day, highlighting the need to address the growing environmental and ecological concerns confronting us, due to our own daily choices and actions. New Acropolis honors this occasion with events and celebrations across 60 countries globally, contributing to the United Nations Decade for Ecosystem Restoration.
About New Acropolis
New Acropolis India is an independent member of an International non-profit association International Organization New Acropolis (IONA), represented in centers over 60 countries. We try to understand the forms of expression of cultures past and present, to discover the roots of their art, scientific advances, religious experiences and social and human projects. Taking inspiration from the timeless Indian tradition, New Acropolis India works with a focus to rediscover India’s rich artistic, scientific and human heritage and offer it as a vital contribution to collective human progress relevant to our times today.