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ICUJP Friday Forum
July 14th, 7:30-9:30 am Pacific  

The Parliament of the World’s Religions: A Call to Conscience

Event Description: 

We will hear from Nitin Ajmera, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Parliament of World Religions about the upcoming Parliament Convening in Chicago this coming August, and how we can augment the Parliament's message of inclusion, understanding and peace.

The Parliament of the World’s Religions cultivates harmony among the world’s spiritual traditions and fosters their engagement with guiding institutions in order to achieve a more peaceful, just, and sustainable world.

Join the conversation with our speaker:

Mr. Nitin Ajmera is Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Parliament of World Religions (PoWR). He played a leading role in organizing a virtual convention in October 2021 that delivered more than 500 programs and having luminary speakers from around the world. Prior to that he was treasurer of PoWR.

Mr. Ajmera belongs to the Jain faith. Since 2008 he has held more than a dozen positions including President of Jain Center of America in New York. 

Mr. Nitin Ajmera lives with his wife Shefali who is also an MBA, in Plainview, Long Island NY. They have one son, who is a rising Senior at University of Chicago and a Bharatnatyam dancer.

7:30 - 7:35  Log in and socialize
7:35 - 7:45  Welcome and introductions 
7:45 - 7:50  Reflection (5 min. maximum)
7:50 - 9:15  Program and Q&A
9:15 - 9:20  Announcements
9:20 - 9:30  Closing circle and prayer

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Here's how to join the online meeting:

To join by video conference, you'll need to download the Zoom app on your computer or mobile device. Click on the link to join the meeting and then enter the Meeting ID number and passcode. You'll be able to see slides and video, as well as speakers and other attendees.

If you prefer to join by phone, you'll be prompted to enter the Meeting ID number and passcode. You won't be able to see the visuals or attendees, but you can view them on the meeting video recording afterward. 

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ICUJP Friday Forum 07/14/23

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