Happy International Day of Non-Violence! THE #INTERNATIONAL DAY OF NON-#VIOLENCE “There are many causes that I am prepared to die for, but no causes that I am prepared to kill for” #MahatmaGandhi Often described as “the politics of ordinary people”, the principle of non-violence rejects the use of physical violence in order to achieve social or political change. The current situation only perpetuates and points to the relevance and importance of striving for the widespread recognition of this principle. Across the globe hundreds of thousands of lives are being lost more frequently, as people resort to violence and armed conflict as the ultimate means of putting their views across. The International Day of Non-Violence is marked on 2nd October in tandem with the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the #Indian #independence movement and renowned pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence. This day is recognized and commemorated by the United Nations as a means of reaffirming the universal relevance of the principle of non-violence and the desire to secure a culture of peace, tolerance, and understanding. The World Assembly of Youth (WAY) strongly stands by the principle of non-violence, and will continue to thrive for its recognition and implementation across societies. We urge the youth to utilize their minds as their best weapon against all the injustices they are faced with, and promote non-violence within their communities and to their governments. The repercussions of violent conduct are extensive and only breed more violence and destruction, once again quoting from Mahatma Gandhi “an eye for an eye, makes the whole world blind”. Let us join hands in celebrating the lifelong work of this great visionary and ensure that his words echo through time and history, in favor of worldwide peace and harmony. Happy International Day of Non-Violence!
Posted on: Thu, 03 Oct 2013 07:17:23 +0000
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