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November 2026
5 November 2026
Organizational Progress and SS Dadaji Tour in New York Sector
By Acarya Abhiramananda Avadhuta Namaskar to all respected Dadas, Didis, AMPS Board Members, Acaryas, and dedicated workers! By Baba’s grace, the past month has been exceptionally active, productive, and meaningful for the New York Sector. During this period, Acarya…
5 November 2026
Good News from Ananda Dhiira Master Unit, California
By Avadhutika Ananda Acira Acarya Three Private Retreats Inspire Well-Being and Spiritual Renewal Ananda Dhiira Master Unit was delighted to host three private retreats between August and September 2026 facilitated by Avadhutika Ananda Acira Ac, welcoming participants to…
5 November 2026
LFT Training at Ananda Kanan, Missouri
Four brothers completed one month LFT training on October 30, 2026, at Ananda Kanan and took their exam from SS Dada via Zoom. Brother Mukteshvar will continue to work in Ananda Kanan together with Brother Tushya. Brother Keval will work in NYC. Brother Asiim will work in…
5 November 2026
Monterrey Regional Retreat, RDS, and Pracar
The Monterrey Regional Retreat was held from September 18–20, 2026, at El Buen Vivir in Los Lirios, Arteaga, Coahuila, Mexico, about two hours’ drive from Monterrey. Surrounded by mountains and pine trees, the retreat center offered fresh air, silence, and a cool climate—a…
5 November 2026
Atlanta Regional Retreat during the Labor Day Weekend 2026
The Atlanta Regional Retreat was held at Ananda Girisuta from September 4–7, 2026, with about fifty Margiis and ten Acaryas in attendance. The retreat emphasized spiritual practice and featured several Akhanda Kiirtana, Katha Kiirtana, and classes by local Margiis and Acaryas.…
5 November 2026
Denver WWD Project – Renovations and Pracar
Avtk. Ananda Kalyanmitra Ac. reports: Didi Ananda Aparajiita visited Denver, Colorado for a couple of months. During this time she organized a weekly silent walk with meditation in the Cheeseman park, near the WWD jagrtii. I helped with the kiirtan and meditation. We did it…
5 November 2026
Good News from Avtk. An. Hitaprabha
July 16 – August 27 | WWD New York Office Renovation and Construction Support Avtk. Ananda Hitaprabha Ac. assisted with construction and improvement projects at the WWD New York Office, helping create a more functional and comfortable environment for the community. The work…
4 November 2026
Ananda Marga Festival of Bliss, September 12, 2026
The International Festival of Bliss brought together artists, spiritual practitioners, community leaders, families, and friends at the P.S. 115Q–James J. Ambrose School Auditorium in Floral Park, New York, on September 12, 2026. Organized by Ananda Marga New York Sector, the…
3 November 2026
Meditation Retreat at Kauai, Hawai
Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt. and Avtk. Ananda Acira Acarya organized a meditation retreat on Kauai Island, Hawaii, from October 19 to 26, 2026. Kauai is also known as the Garden Island and is sparsely populated, with only about 70,000 residents. Roads reach about three-quarters of…
October 2026
17 October 2026
Meditation in Nature in USA
Margiis gathered for a five-day Meditation in Nature programme in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains, from 19–23 August 2026.
September 2026
27 September 2026
Sadhana Shivir in United States
Around 30 people attended a sadhana shivir programme at Ananda Vrati Master Unit in the Endless Mountains of northern Pennsylvania, USA.
9 September 2026
Denver WWD Jagrti Surpasses Fundraising Goal
A fundraising campaign led by Avtk. Ananda Kalyanmitra Ac. has surpassed its US$7,000 goal to replace six 135-year-old windows at the Women's Welfare Department (WWD) Jagrti in Denver, Colorado, USA.
August 2026
31 August 2026
Annual Summer Retreat and Seminar in Quebec
Ananda Marga Canada organized its annual Summer Retreat and Seminar at the SAJO Retreat Center, near Ananda Kanak Master Unit in Quebec, from July 31 to August 2, 2026. The well-attended gathering brought together Margiis from Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, and several…
31 August 2026
Inspiring Spiritual Gathering in Mexico City!
We just wrapped up an extraordinary three-day gathering in Mexico City (Ciudad de México CDMX), bringing together 18 dedicated souls across two deep, transformational group meetings.
31 August 2026
Good News from Avtk. Ananda Radhika Ac.
Avtk. Ananda Radhika Ac., based at the WWD office in New York, continues representing Ananda Marga WWD through spiritual, yoga, and community programs across Long Island, New York City, Connecticut, Boston, and New Jersey. Her recent activities have included Dharma Cakra…
28 August 2026
Meditation in Nature in California’s Sierra Nevada
Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac., Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt., Brother Maungal Dev, and Sister Radhika organized a five-day Meditation in Nature program in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. Most participants arrived at Ananda Dhiira on Wednesday, August 19, with the remaining…
28 August 2026
Ananda Marga at the 3HO Summer Solstice Celebration
Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac., Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt., and Brother Vishva represented Ananda Marga at the 3HO Summer Solstice Sadhana Celebration, held at Ram Das Puri in New Mexico from June 19 to 27, 2026. The large spiritual gathering provided an excellent opportunity for…
25 August 2026
Ananda Marga Prachar Reaches Cape Breton Island
Ananda Marga held its first public yoga and meditation programmes in remote Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada.
July 2026
21 July 2026
Public Park Meditations Continue to Grow in Montréal
Public meditation sessions in Montréal, Canada, are bringing together a growing community of people interested in yoga, meditation, and spiritual living.
June 2026
30 June 2026
Ananda Marga at the United Nations
On 14 April 2026, a special conference was organized at the United Nations in New York City by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations to commemorate the 135th Birth Anniversary of Dr BR Ambedkar. The theme of the conference was “Dr BR Ambedkar’s Vision of…
23 June 2026
Montreal Margiis Hold Karma Yoga Weekend at Master Unit
Margiis from around Montreal gathered at the Ananda Kanak Master Unit in Quebec, Canada, for a weekend of Karma Yoga focused on improving the facilities and preparing the site for future visitors and programmes.
18 June 2026
Women’s Wellness and Service Activities in Northern Mexico
Under the dedicated guidance of Avtk. Ánanda Siddheshvarii Ácáryá, RSL for the Mexico City and Panama City Regions, meaningful women’s wellness and service activities continued throughout Northern Mexico during the month of March.
18 June 2026
Spring Meditation Retreat in Nadadores, Coahuila, Mexico
A deeply inspiring Spring Meditation Retreat for new people was held from April 24–26, 2026, at the beautiful Hacienda Las Catalinas in the town of Nadadores, Coahuila, Northern Mexico. The retreat brought together 17 participants, including 8 new people, 3 senior margiis, 1…
18 June 2026
“Intuition Retreat” at Ananda Kanak Master Unit, Canada
Ác. Dayashiilananda Avt., Ác. Shiilabhadrananda Avt., Ác. Parinirvanananda Avt., and Avtk. Ánanda Kalyánamitra Ác. organized a Meditation Steps retreat for beginners at Ananda Kanak Master Unit in Quebec from May 8–10, 2026.
15 June 2026
Avtk. Ananda Hitaprabha Ac. – Good News
In addition to participating in several larger sector and regional programs that are reported separately, Avtk. Ánanda Hitaprabha Ácáryá continues to play an active role in local pracár, women’s programs, spiritual gatherings, and community service initiatives, particularly in…
15 June 2026
Spring Retreat in Boston Region
The Boston and Connecticut Margiis organized the annual Spring Retreat from April 30 to May 3, 2026, at a rented retreat center in the Catskills region of Upstate New York. The retreat was attended by approximately 35 Margiis and 10 Wholetimers and provided a warm devotional…
15 June 2026
Ananda Purnima Celebrations at the New York Sectorial Office and on Long Island
On April 26, acaryas, margiis, sympathizers, and newcomers gathered at the Long Island Marriott Hotel to celebrate Baba’s birthday in a deeply devotional and uplifting atmosphere. Around 40 participants enjoyed a beautiful program featuring bhajans, Dharma Cakra, and inspiring…
15 June 2026
Service in New York – Food Distribution and Afterschool Program
Food Distribution in Queens, New York
15 June 2026
Ananda Marga Corporate Office and Jagrti Inauguration in Washington, DC, USA
A historic milestone has been achieved by Ananda Marga New York Sector with the establishment and inauguration of the new Ananda Marga Corporate Office and Jagrti in Washington, DC, United States.
15 June 2026
Nonprofit Lobby Day – New York State Assembly
Nonprofit Lobby Day was successfully organized at the New York State Legislative Building in Albany on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, where nonprofit organizations from across the state came together to participate in this important civic engagement program.
15 June 2026
Ananda Marga at United Nations
On 14 April 2026, a special conference was organized at the United Nations in New York City by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations to commemorate the 135th Birth Anniversary of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.
10 June 2026
Neohumanist College of Asheville Receives U.S. Accreditation
The Neohumanist College of Asheville (NHCA) has been awarded a three year accreditation by ACCET, a body recognised by the U.S. Department of Education.
May 2026
28 May 2026
AMURT Haiti News – May 2026
Even with the ongoing challenges in the country, the AMURT-Haiti project is growing. The organization now has 214 staff members working across five regions. AMURT stands out from other organizations because it focuses on long-term solutions that help communities become truly…
April 2026
27 April 2026
Quick Updates from AM Canada! 🇨🇦
Vancouver: 34 meals has been distributed to individuals in the East Side of the town.
March 2026
28 March 2026
2025 Hurricane Relief in Jamaica
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18 March 2026
Spiritual and Service Activities in Monclova, Mexico
Avadhútiká Ánanda Siddheshvarí Ácáryá continues her dedicated spiritual and service work in Monclova, Mexico, offering regular yoga classes, meditation programs, and community service activities that inspire many people in the local community.
18 March 2026
Ac. Kovida Brc. Pracar and Afterschool in New York
The Ananda Marga after-school program in New York continues under the guidance of Ac. Kovida Brc. and Ac. Cakrapanii Brc., along with the support of dedicated volunteers. This semester, thirteen children were enrolled in the program.
14 March 2026
New Year Celebrations and Spiritual Programs in Canada
The Margiis in Canada began the new year with a blissful gathering on January 1, 2026. Brother Mehool kindly hosted the celebration at his home. The program included three hours of Akhanda Kiirtana, a video of Baba, and a delicious collective dinner. Sixteen Margiis attended…
14 March 2026
Seminars in the San Fransisco Bay Area and Golden Harvest!
A weekend retreat and seminar were organized at Ananda Dhiira Master Unit in Penn Valley, California, from January 24–25, 2026, under the guidance of Avadhútiká Ánanda Acirá Ácáryá. The program included Kiirtana, meditation, seminar classes, and a refreshing nature walk in the…
14 March 2026
Inspiring Meditation Programs at Sarasota, Florida
Avadhútiká Ánanda Acirá Ácáryá, Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt., Ac. Kovid Brc., and Brother Vishnu conducted a meditation introduction on January 6, 2026, at the residence of Jamie Day, a philanthropist and founder of the Dragon Magick Temple in Sarasota, Florida. Twenty-seven…
14 March 2026
Acarya Shiilabhadrananda Avadhuta: Seminar and Service in Vancouver and Denver
Five people attended our First Diocese seminar in Vancouver on January 25. Trainer for Ac. Shiilabhadrananda Avt.
14 March 2026
Activities in Boston and Pennsylvania
Avadhutika Ananda Hitaprabha Acarya, RSL for the Pennsylvania Region, reports:
14 March 2026
Indian–American Community Event in New York
A special program was organized by the Indian–American community in Manhattan, New York. By Baba’s grace, the event was conducted in a very warm and inspiring atmosphere. The Honorable Women and Child Welfare Minister of India, Smt. Savitri Devi, attended the program as the…
14 March 2026
HWPL Youth Conference for World Peace in New York
A significant Youth Conference for World Peace was organized by the HWPL organization on 7th February in New York. The program brought together representatives from more than 20 organizations, creating a meaningful platform for dialogue, cooperation, and collective efforts…
February 2026
4 February 2026
Good News from New York: World Meditation Day at United Nations
World Meditation Day on December 21, 2025, was especially significant, as it marked the first time the United Nations officially recognized and observed Meditation Day as an annual event. The inaugural celebration at the UN brought together more than 400 participants from…
January 2026
17 January 2026
Winter Retreat at Ananda Vrati, PA
The Winter Retreat 2025 at Ananda Vrati was held from December 27, 2025, to January 1, 2026, and was attended by thirty-five participants. The retreat offered a more relaxed and intimate program, with interactive workshops and a strong devotional focus. Daily Akhanda Kiirtana…
17 January 2026
Online Spiritual Festival, October 21–23, 2025
A Blissful Gathering of Hearts and Minds From October 21–23, 2025, a deeply uplifting Online Spiritual Festival was joyfully organized by Ácárya Abhirámánanda Avadhúta, Avadhútiká Ánanda Acirá Ácáryá, and Ácárya Diiptimánánanda Avadhúta, bringing together Margiis and friends…
17 January 2026
Ac. Parinirvanananda Avt.: Toronto Distribution Program
For many years, Ác. Parinirvánánanda Avadhúta has been steadily leading mass feeding and clothing distribution programs for the homeless in downtown Toronto as part of AMURT Seva Dal activities. Through this ongoing service, hundreds of people in need are regularly provided…
17 January 2026
RDS and Sadhana Shivir at Ananda Vrati MU
Ananda Marga in the New York Sector holds four RDS programs each year at different locations. Traditionally, the December RDS was always held in New York City, but last year the venue was shifted to Ananda Vrati Master Unit in Pennsylvania. This year, the Sector continued that…
17 January 2026
RAWA Cultural Night in Houston
Inspired by Shrii Shrii Anandamurtiji, on November 1, 2025, a vibrant and uplifting RAWA (Renaissance Artists’ and Writers’ Association) Cultural Night was beautifully held at the sacred premises of Sri Ashtalakshmi Temple, located in Sugar Land, Texas. The evening unfolded as…
17 January 2026
Avtk. Ánanda Siddheshvarii Ác.: Strengthening WWD Activities in Mexico City, Guatemala, and Monclova
Avadhútiká Ánanda Siddheshvarí Ácáryá continues to serve with dedication in Mexico and Guatemala, focusing on strengthening women’s work and supporting Margii communities through regular spiritual activities and personal outreach. Based in Monclova, she hosted the monthly…
17 January 2026
Los Altos Hills Renovations Project
The Los Altos Hills Jagrti has long served as a key center for Margiis and Local Full-Time training. The Dharma Cakra hall, located at the back of the house, is cherished for its exceptionally serene and focused meditation atmosphere. It was originally prepared as Baba’s Room…
17 January 2026
Ananda Kanan Updates
A significant transition is underway at Ananda Kanan as Brother Sudhiira completes his service as caretaker and hands over responsibilities to Brother Tushya. Brother Tushya is an initiated brother (Śikṣāvrata) of Ác. Parinirvanananda Avadhúta, who is currently serving as…
November 2025
19 November 2025
Jamaica Relief
AMURT has been actively responding to the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica through coordinated relief and medical outreach. Early efforts included a visit by a 12-member AMURT team to Balaclava Primary School in St. Elizabeth, where the school…
4 November 2025
Ananda Dhiira, Penn Valley, California – Good News
Blossoms of Service and Harvest at Ananda Dhiira MU
4 November 2025
“International Festival of Bliss 2025” at Flushing Town Hall
Ananda Marga New York Sector successfully organized the International Festival of Bliss 2025 at the historic Flushing Town Hall in New York City on July 20th, 2025. The event brought together a wide array of cultural performances, wellness initiatives, and community…
4 November 2025
International Yoga Day 2025
Ananda Marga at the United Nations HQs for International Yoga Day in New York
3 November 2025
Youth Camp at Ananda Vrati
From October 10 to 12, 2025, a special two-day program for Margii children and youth was held at Ananda Vrati Master Unit. Ac. Anudhyanananda Avt., brother Adyatman, brother Sukhadeva, Avtk. An. Hitaprabha Ac., and Ac. Iishvarakrsnananda Avt. organized this program. It was…
3 November 2025
Monterrey Regional Retreat
The annual Regional Retreat in Monterrey, Mexico, was held from September 12 to 14, 2025, continuing a cherished tradition that brings together Margiis and Ácáryas from across the country for a weekend of spiritual inspiration and collective joy.
3 November 2025
Service and Spiritual Activities in Northern Mexico
Avtk. Ánanda Siddheshvarii Ac. has been actively collaborating with the COBAC high school in Coahuila, which recently began a special project to evaluate the impact of yoga and meditation on reducing students’ anxiety and stress levels. As part of this initiative, Didi has…
3 November 2025
Canada Retreat and New People Retreat, August 2025
Two inspiring programs were organized in Canada in August 2025, strengthening spiritual life and community bonds. From August 1–3, the Canada Summer Retreat was held at Camp SAJO near Ananda Kanak Master Unit. This joyful spiritual family gathering included twenty-two…
3 November 2025
Sadhana Shivir at Ananda Vrati, August 28 – September 1, 2025
From August 28th to September 1st, Avtk. Ananda Hitaprabha Ac. and Ac. Anudhyanananda Avt. organized a Sadhana Shivir at Ananda Vrati MU that brought together around twenty margiis for a week of spiritual rejuvenation and inner growth.
3 November 2025
Good News from Vancouver and Denver
Ac. Shiilabhadrananda Avt. Reports: Our first Alberta Diocese Retreat from August 29-31 was attended by 8 people. It was held at the Hidden Resort Retreat centre near Windield, Alberta. One brother was initiated. The retreat was organized by the Unit Secretary of the Edmonton…
3 November 2025
Spiritual Adventure Retreat at Lake Spaulding, California
There is something deeply healing about being in nature—walking among trees, breathing the mountain air, and sitting in silence under the vast sky. From August 6–10, 2025, a group of ten brothers and sisters gathered for a Meditation Retreat that blended the joy of hiking with…
3 November 2025
Summer Conference at Ananda Kanan, July 2025
The Summer Conference at Ananda Kanan is always the highlight of the year for Ananda Marga in the New York Sector, and this year it felt even more special. For the first time, the organizing committee added two days of Kiirtana workshops with Jyoshna la Trobe and a full day…
3 November 2025
Pracar in New York and Afterschool at NYSO
On August 2nd, the New York Sectorial Office hosted a New People Pracar program with the participation of about 20 newcomers along with margiis. The event created a joyful and uplifting atmosphere as everyone joined together in lectures, collective meals, kiirtan, and…
September 2025
29 September 2025
International Music Camp in Haiti
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August 2025
26 August 2025
Prout in Haiti
Dr. Basener Metellus (Manavendra) has enthusiastically started a popular Prout movement in the south of Haiti. Using the French translation of “Tools to Change the World,” he has a dynamic team leading MOPRONA, which is short for the “National Progressive Movement.” Their…
July 2025
25 July 2025
Ananda Marga’s “Festival of Bliss 2025” Celebrates Culture and Community in NYC
New York, NY
June 2025
March 2025
16 March 2025
Spiritual Adventure and Meditation Retreat at Maui Island, Hawaii, Los Angeles Region
Maui is a beautiful island in Hawaii, situated in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. The Hawaiian Islands are renowned for their natural beauty and attract visitors worldwide who come to experience the unique landscapes and rich culture. They are part of the Los Angeles Region…
16 March 2025
Empowering Women in Denver: The WWD Community Center Project
In Denver, Colorado, the Women’s Welfare Department (WWD) is developing a dedicated space where women can connect, learn, and grow. Led by Avadhútiká Ananda Kalyánmitrá Ácáryá, the initiative seeks to improve the Denver WWD Jagrti, making it more functional and welcoming.
16 March 2025
Spiritual Retreat in Cuatro Ciénegas and Good News from Monclova
Avadhutika Ananda Siddheshvarii Acarya and Ac. Ragatmananda Avt. recently held a retreat in Cuatro Ciénegas, near Monclova City, a place of extraordinary natural beauty. This desert landscape is known for its small rivers formed by groundwater, creating a striking contrast of…
16 March 2025
Seminars in New York Sector
New York Sector emphasizes maintaining the seminar system. Every major unit is hosting seminars, and our Acaryas are giving duties to organize and be trainers.
16 March 2025
Awakening Holistic Well-Being: Online Integrated Wellness Festival
On February 1st, 2025, the Online Integrated Wellness Festival brought together 60–70 participants in a day of learning, inspiration, and holistic self-care. Organized by Avadhútiká Ánanda Acirá Ácáryá on behalf of Ananda Marga New York Sector, the event offered a profound…
16 March 2025
Weekend Spiritual Retreat at Sarasota, Florida
From February 7th to 9th, 2025, Sarasota unit hosted a serene Weekend Spiritual Retreat, bringing together 13 dedicated sádhakas for deep spiritual immersion and joyous community. Organized by Sister Niiramaya and Sister Himanii, the retreat was guided by Avadhútiká Ánanda…
16 March 2025
Ananda Kalpataru Presentation at Holiday Inn – Long Island
On 16th February 2025, an awareness evening program was held at the Long Island Holiday Inn with the support of Sri Naveen Sahib—a renowned industrialist, philanthropist, and longtime Hanuman sympathizer since 2019. By his grace and that of Baba, we were able to connect with…
16 March 2025
United Nations Event by HWPL
On February 22, 2025, Ananda Marga was invited to participate in the Peace and Harmony Program at the United Nations, an event organized by HWPL (Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light), Ambassadors, and members of various Faith Harmony Groups. More than 50…
16 March 2025
Ananda Marga at an Interfaith Event
Harmony Interfaith, the World Yoga Community, and the Asian American Forum exceptionally organized the program, with significant contributions from Dr. Hari Shukla, Dileepkumar Thankappan, also known as Guru Dileepji, and the New York City Mayor’s and Governor’s offices. The…
December 2024
24 December 2024
Celebrating Devotion Through Art: A Memorable RAWA Program in Houston, Texas
On October 16, 2024, the Shri Asta Laksmi Temple in Sugarland, Houston, Texas, came alive with the spirit of devotion and artistic expression during a beautifully organized RAWA (Renaissance Artists and Writers Association) program. Initially planned for three hours, the…
24 December 2024
Spreading Wellness and Inspiration: Acarya Shiilabhadrananda Avadhuta’s Pracar
From September to November 2024, Acarya Shiilabhadrananda Avadhuta made significant strides in spreading Ananda Marga’s mission of holistic wellness and spiritual growth across the New York Sector.
24 December 2024
Canada Programs 2024: A Year of Growth and Education
Canada Programs 2024: A Year of Growth and Education
24 December 2024
Expanding Horizons: Ananda Marga’s Outreach in New York Sector
From November 17–21, 2024, an impactful Pracar tour was conducted across the Boston and Philadelphia regions of the New York Sector, including visits to Long Island University, Old Westbury State College, Manhattan Vill University, and key locations in New York, New Jersey,…
24 December 2024
Empowering Women: Avtk. Ánanda Radhiká Ácáryá´s Pracar and Community Outreach in New York
From October to November 2024, Didi Ananda Radhika participated in several key events across New York City, focusing on women’s empowerment, cultural celebration, and community building.
24 December 2024
RDS and Sadhana Shivir at Ananda Vrati MU, Pennsylvania
From November 29 to December 4, the Dadas and Didis of the New York Sector gathered at Ananda Vrati Master Unit in Pennsylvania for a transformative three-day Sadhana Shivir followed by RDS. The Sadhana Shivir focused on intensive meditation, kiirtana, and discussions centered…
24 December 2024
Spiritual Festival – Summary of Events
New York Sector Celebrates Devotion, Service, and Collective Learning
October 2024
23 October 2024
Summer Conference 2024
The Summer Conference of the New York Sector, held from June 30 to July 5 at Ananda Kanan in Missouri, was a resounding success. The event brought together over 80 participants for a spiritually enriching experience that combined devotional practices, educational seminars,…
22 October 2024
West North Carolina (WNC) Relief – AMURT and AMURTEL – October 2024
Hurricane Helene transformed the serene landscape of Asheville (North Carolina, Atlanta Region, New York Sector) and surrounding areas into a battleground against nature’s fury. As heavy rains poured down, even days before the hurricane arrived, rivers swelled to dangerous…
22 October 2024
Yoga and Service in Monterrey: Spreading Spirituality and Wellness Across Mexico
From May to October 2024, Ananda Marga’s activities in Monterrey, Mexico, and the surrounding areas blossomed with dynamic yoga classes, spiritual retreats, and community service, all spearheaded by Avtk. Ananda Siddheshvarii Ac., Ac. Iishvarakrsnananda Avt., Ac. Cirananda…
22 October 2024
Meditation Retreat at Ananda Kanak MU, Canada
The summer meditation retreat for beginners, held at the Ananda Kanak Master Unit from August 9 to 11, brought together fourteen participants for a truly enriching experience. The retreat offered a balanced mix of interactive discussions on profound topics like Prama and…
22 October 2024
Acarya Shiilabhadrananda Avadhuta Pracar in Vancouver Region
Ac. Shiilabhadrananda Avadhuta is the Sectorial Society Building Secretary and Regional Secretary (RS) Vancouver. During this period (May to October 2024), he visited Denver, Whitehorse, Edmonton, and Vancouver.
22 October 2024
Restoring Hope: Transforming Spaces for Women in Need
Nestled in the heart of Denver, Colorado, stands the historic Women’s Welfare Department (WWD) building, a charming edifice dating back to 1891. This iconic structure is home to four units, with the ground floor dedicated to the jagrtii and the residence of the revered didis.…
22 October 2024
Seminar and Retreat in Canada
From August 2 – 4, 2024, Ananda Marga Canada organized a summer seminar at SAJO, near Ananda Kanak MU. The event brought together Margiis from Montreal, Ottawa, and the Greater Toronto area for a weekend of spiritual learning and connection. Acarya Diiptimanananda Avt., Ac.…
22 October 2024
Ananda Dhiira at the Psychic Healing Art Fair: Building Community Connections
Ananda Dhiira recently participated in the Psychic Healing Art Fair held in Grass Valley and Sacramento, California, creating a valuable opportunity to connect with the local community and network with like-minded organizations. The event was not only a platform for outreach…
22 October 2024
Online Kaoshikii Divas: Celebrating Empowerment and Unity
This year’s Online Kaoshikii Divas, organized on September 6, 2024, by Avtk. Ananda Acirá Ac. on behalf of Ananda Marga New York Sector, brought together 45 participants from across the country to celebrate the power and beauty of Kaoshikii. The event was a joyous tribute to…
22 October 2024
Meditation and Wellness Retreats at Ananda Vratii, PA, and Ananda Dhiira, CA
The recent Meditation and Wellness Retreats at Ananda Vratii in Pennsylvania (August 7 – 11, 2024) and Ananda Dhiira in California (August 21 – 25) were nothing short of transformative. Under the careful guidance of Didi Ananda Acirá and Dada Diiptimanananda, participants…
22 October 2024
Hiking and Kayaking Retreat by the Pacific, California
Nestled in the serene hills of Los Altos, the Los Altos Hills Jagrti is surrounded by expansive forests that stretch toward the natural reserves between the Pacific Ocean and the San Francisco Bay Area. This beautiful setting offers residents the chance to walk along tranquil…
22 October 2024
5 Days of Spiritual Adventure: Backpacking Retreat in California
Brother Mangal Dev, Avt. Ananda Acira Ac. and Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt. organized a hiking and backpacking tour in the Lake Tahoe area, California from July 24 – 28 with the participation of eleven adults, Maungal Dev’s son, and his dog. All participants had previously attended…
22 October 2024
Avadhutika Ananda Radhika Acarya Pracar in New York
Avadhútika Ánanda Radhiká Ácáryá (Sectorial GV) continued her sustained effort in serving the community, outreach (Pracar) and representing Ánanda Márga in various events in New York, New Jersey, Long Island, and other places. She also teaches women´s classes and oversees the…
22 October 2024
Acarya Parinirvanananda Avt. Summer pracar in the United States
Ac. Parinirvanananda Avt. spent the summer traveling across the United States, visiting various locations including Florida and Alabama. One of the highlights of his journey was a visit to Huntsville, Alabama, where he met with a group of senior Indian-American scientists,…
22 October 2024
Regional Retreat at Ananda Vrati MU, Pennsylvania
A regional retreat for the Philadelphia region was held at the serene Ananda Vrati Master Unit from August 30 to September 1, 2024, bringing together 40 Margiis, Dadas, and Didis for a spiritually uplifting program. The natural beauty of Ananda Vrati, nestled in the heart of…
22 October 2024
Ananda Marga: Strengthening Community Ties Through Service and Engagement
Ananda Marga’s presence in the New York sector has been marked by active participation in various community events, volunteer initiatives, and educational programs, all aimed at spreading its message of spiritual growth and selfless service. Through the dedicated efforts of…
22 October 2024
Building Bridges: Pracar in New York
In September 2024, Acarya Abhiramananda Avadhuta and other Ananda Marga representatives played a pivotal role in forging connections with various community leaders and officials. These efforts underscored the importance of outreach in spreading Ananda Marga’s message and…
September 2024
29 September 2024
Hurricane Helene Southeast USA
Several thousands are still missing or unaccounted for in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Some 2 million people are without power. Debris-blocked roads and downed communication lines have hampered search and rescue efforts.
June 2024
5 June 2024
Festival of Bliss
Ananda Marga organized the annual Festival of Bliss in New York at a community center auditorium for the second time. The program was widely promoted from January to March in the New York area. Sixty-seven artists performed traditional and modern dance and music based on…
5 June 2024
Vancouver Region Activities – Ac. Shiilabhadrananda Avt.
Dada Shiilabhadrananda did two seminar classes in January in Vancouver on two separate days. Following that, Dada went to the Sunshine Coast, where brother Liilamaya plays beautiful Kiirtana at three different venues every week and conducts weekly meditation classes for men at…
5 June 2024
Good news from Didi Ananda Siddheshvarii in Monterrey Region
Avadhutika Ananda Siddheshvarii Acarya was posted in the New York Sector in October 2023 as RS-L Monterrey Region and has reached her field and started Pracar activities. She writes: “While visiting Morelia, I was invited by one Margii sister, Mayadevii, to give two talks at a…
December 2023
16 December 2023
Activities and Renovations at WWD Office in New York
In the WWD New York Office, the Didis organize a three-hour Akhanda Kiirtan every third Saturday. Usually, 10-15 Margiis attend the Kiirtana. After the meditation, we enjoyed spiritual Satsaunga and delicious food.
16 December 2023
Yoga Healing Intensive Retreat at Ananda Dhiira, Nov. 2023
Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac. organized a meditation retreat and yoga healing intensive at Ananda Dhiira MU in the beautiful Sierra foothills of Northern California from November 8 through 12, 2023. We were joined by Dada Diiptimanananda and Brother Mukunda (Michael Owen, DC), a…
16 December 2023
Women’s Retreat, Sadhana Shivir, and Karma Yoga at Ananda Dhiira
Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac. organized a three-day women’s retreat from Nov. 3 – 5, 2023, at Ananda Dhiira MU, Los Angeles Region, California. During the retreat, we had our regular yoga and meditation, a cooking class, and sister Marisella taught classes on ChiGong. We also did…
16 December 2023
Meditation Retreat at Ananda Vrati, Nov. 29 – Dec. 3, 2023
Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt. and Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac. organized a meditation retreat for beginners at Ananda Vrati from November 29 – December 3, 2023. They had two volunteers helping them, sister Kalika and brother Amrtadhara. The participants enjoyed the retreat. The weather…
16 December 2023
Pracar in New York
Ac. Abhiramananda Avt., Ac. Kovid Brc., Ac. Anudhyananda Avt. and Avtk. Ananda Radhika Ac. have been very active in participating in various events and doing pracar in New York. Here are some photos.
16 December 2023
Spiritual Festival, Nov. 17 – 19, 2023
New York Sector organized an online Spiritual Festival from November 17 to 19, 2023, attended by eighty people. The Spiritual Festival highlighted the work of our Ananda Marga departments and trades. The departments presented their work, explained their goals, and initiated…
November 2023
28 November 2023
Increasingly tragic situation in Haiti: funds are needed to rebuild the new Children’s Home
16 November 2023
A new location in Haiti: starting all over again!
16 November 2023
Sectorial Sisters Conference at Ananda Dhiira
On October 13 – 15, 2023, a sister’s retreat was held at Ananda Dhiira Master Unit in Penn Valley, California. Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac., Avtk. Ananda Aparajiita Ac., Avtk. Ananda Radhika Ac., and Avtk. Ananda Kalyanmitra Ac. were present and coordinated activities, which…
16 November 2023
Successful Pracar in Santos, Monterrey, and Monclova, Mexico
Brother Iishvara took LFT training two years ago and has been very active in arranging talks and Pracar opportunities for our Dadas and Didis in Monterrey, Monclova and Santos, Mexico. Hundreds of people have attended and many of them taken initiation.
16 November 2023
Pracar in New York, New Jersey, and Long Island by Didi Ananda Radhika
On August 15th, 2023, Avtk. An. Radhika Ac. (GV Sectorial NY Sector and acting SWWS) attended a flag hoisting ceremony at the Consulate General Of India and other places like Hempstead and Long Island. On August 27th, Didi attended the “India Day Parade,” widely covered by the…
16 November 2023
After-school Program at New York Sectorial Office
The New York Sectorial Office after-school program (LEAD) has been going well since August. We had summer camp with full-day activities, including meditation, yoga, art, bike riding, and horse riding. Then, from September onwards, we had full-time after-school with 15 kids…
16 November 2023
Ananda Vrati Regional Retreat
A regional retreat for the Philadelphia region was organized from August 18 – 20, 2023. 35 Margiis and WT workers attended the program. After many years of renovation and extension work, the Ananda Vrati building is finally ready to use. This event was the first Ananda Marga…
October 2023
23 October 2023
Pracar Tour in Boston anda Pennsylvania Regions
A pracar tour was organized in the New York Sector on the East Coast in Boston Region, and Philadelphia Region. We were four Acaryas: Acarya Abhiramananda Avadhuta, Ac. Kovid Brc., Avtk. Ananda Hitaprabha Ac. and Avtk. Ananda Kalyanmitra Ac. On the 15th of September, 2023,…
23 October 2023
International Yoga Day 2023
International Yoga Day 2023 was celebrated in June in New York and different places. Ananda Marga was one of the organizations invited to programs organized by the United Nations and the Consulate of India at White Plains, Times Square in Manhattan in New York, and Floral Park…
23 October 2023
Ananda Marga Canada Summer Seminar
Ananda Marga Canada organized a summer seminar at SAJO near Ananda Kanak MU from August 4 – 6, 2023. Margiis from Montreal, Ottawa, and Greater Toronto attended, and Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt. and Avtk. Ananda Kalyanmitra Ac. came from the US. Ac. Dayashiilananda Avt. and Ac.…
13 October 2023
Atlanta Regional Retreat on Labor Day Weekend
The Atlanta Regional Retreat took place from September 1 – 4, 2023. Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt. and the Asheville Bhukti committee organized the retreat. We had two seminar classes during the retreat – on Saturday, Ac. Vishvamitra gave a workshop on Devotion and Bliss (related to…
13 October 2023
Meditation Retreats Summer 2023
This summer, 2023, Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt., Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac., Ac. Dayashiilananda Avt., and Avtk. Ananda Kalyanmitra Ac. had four meditation retreats in the US and one in Canada. The retreats in the US were at Ananda Girisuta, Ananda Vrati, Ananda Kanan, and Ananda…
12 October 2023
Summer Conference 2023
The Summer Conference of the New York Sector was successfully conducted from July 2 – 8, 2023, at Ananda Kanan in Missouri. The Summer Conference started with Akhanda Kiirtana, and then all Dadas, Didis, and Margii brothers and sisters inaugurated the program with the…
August 2023
22 August 2023
AMURTEL Supporting Recovery in Maui, Hawaii
AMURTEL supporting recovery in Maui, Hawaii
12 August 2023
Update on Amurtel in Haiti
Good News! Our children safely evacuated Port au Prince this past month!
May 2023
29 May 2023
Good News from Ottawa Region
The Margiis in Canada have reestablished the monthly Akhanda Kiirtana, discontinued during the Pandemic. The downtown Toronto unit continues new people’s classes and Dharma Cakra in a rented yoga studio. Brother Nirmal, Ananda Mohan, and other Margiis have initiated this…
29 May 2023
Good News from Ananda Dhiira
Homely feelings, nature, and hospitality attracted more and more people to the Ananda Dhiira Master Unit in Grass Valley, California, Los Angeles Region. Avadhutika Ananda Acira Acarya organized four small retreats in the last six months, and this helped the people to deepen…
29 May 2023
New Postings
We welcome Didi Ananda Radhika and Dada Shiilabhadrananda to the Sector! Having them will be a great boon for New York Sector, and we wish them all the best in their work. Avadhutika Ananda Radhika Acarya, posted as GV (Girls Volunteer) Sectorial, recently arrived in the…
29 May 2023
Successful Pracar in Monterrey, Monclova, and Santos, Mexico
Ac. Iishvarakrsnananda Avt., Ac. Anudhyanananda Avt., and Avtk. Ananda Sutiirtha Ac. visited Mexico for Pracar. Ac. Cirananda Avt. lives in Monterrey, Mexico, and joined them for the lectures. The programs were organized by brother Iishvara, who took LFT training two years ago…
29 May 2023
Spring Retreat and Ananda Purnima at Ananda Kalpataru MU, Boston Region
Ananda Marga New York Sector has recently conducted a Spring Retreat at Ananda Kalpataru Master Unit in Connecticut from May 4 – 7, 2023. The retreat started on Thursday, May 4, with the help of the Margiis of Boston, New York, New Jersey, and Washington, DC.
29 May 2023
International Music and Cultural Festival on March 12, 2023 in Flushing, New York
Ananda Marga organized an International Music and Cultural Festival on March 12, 2023, at the Community Hall Auditorium in Flushing, NY.
29 May 2023
Ananda Purnima Celebration and Meditation Retreat at Ananda Kanak MU, Quebec, Canada
On the occasion of Ananda Purnima (Baba’s Birthday), we had a weekend festival at Ananda Kanak from May 5 to May 7. Thirteen adults and six children attended the event; from Toronto, Ottawa, Gatineau, Montreal, and Saint-Andre-Avellin. It was a successful Ananda Purnima,…
January 2023
26 January 2023
RU Day 2023
RU Day on 25 Jan 2023, the Office of New York United States of America online Programme was conducted. It was a very successful event.
November 2022
16 November 2022
Zhazira: The Kazakh way of sharing food
Zhazira is a research scholar on assignment at George Washington University. The monthly stipend she receives is not enough to meet her family’s expenses in the costly environment of Washington, so she has reached out to Food For All DC for support.
7 November 2022
Prabhata Samgiita Celebration and Service in Toronto, Canada
Ananda Marga Canada has regular food distribution to homeless people in downtown Toronto. On September 17, the Margiis and Ac. Parinirvanananda Avt. and Ac. Dayashiilananda Avt. organized a Prabhata Samgiita Celebration in Waterloo, Canada. Seventy people attended this event,…
7 November 2022
Summer Camp and After-school at New York Sectorial Office
The Ananda Marga after-school program at New York Sectorial Office is going well under the guidance of Acarya Kovid Brc. and Ac. Abhiramananda Avt. This summer, 2022, Dada Kovid, LFT brother Madhuvrat, and Margii brothers and sisters, organized a Summer Camp for children…
7 November 2022
Good news from Ananda Dhiira Master Unit, California
Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac. is taking care of Ananda Dhiira Master Unit in Penn Valley, Northern California. The Master Unit is thriving in all respects. Didi has a beautiful kitchen garden with herbs, spices, vegetables, and flowers. She makes eco-enzymes out of fermented…
7 November 2022
Dada Iishvarakrsnananda and Dada Anudhyanananda Pracar in Mexico
We had a meeting in Garcia, about two hours away from Monterrey, Mexico. Twenty-five people came to attend our program. Twelve people got initiated after the talk. Some sisters are waiting for initiation. There was no female Acarya available at that time.
7 November 2022
The Northern Lights Bless Ananda Marga’s Future in Alaska
The Aurora Borealis has been blessing the northernmost Master Unit in the New York Sector in recent weeks. Ananda Marga has a beautiful 66-acre rural property on the fringes of Fairbanks, ALASKA, a ten-minute drive from the University of Alaska. Our dear late brother Govinda…
6 November 2022
Meditation Retreats in Canada Summer 2022
In Canada, Acarya Dayashiilananda Avt., Ac. Parinirvanananda Avt. and LPT brother Nirmal organized three beginner meditation retreats in the greater Toronto area and the Ananda Kanak Master Unit. Their retreats were a successful and important step in the pracar in Canada. Most…
6 November 2022
Beginner Meditation Retreats Summer 2022
This summer, 2022, New York Sector organized three new people retreats in the USA, with an attendance of over thirty people, and three retreats in Canada. The first program in the US was at Ananda Dhiira Master Unit in Grass Valley, California, led by Avtk. Ananda Acira Acarya…
5 November 2022
International Yoga Day, June 2022
The International Day of Yoga was given by the United Nations in 2015 and is held every year on June 21. Various programs related to the International Day of Yoga are organized in New York, Long Island, New Jersey, and other locations, and Ananda Marga Acaryas are invited to…
5 November 2022
Summer Conference 2022
Ananda Marga New York Sector organized the Summer Conference at Ananda Kanan, Minneapolis Region, from July 1 – 6, 2022.
June 2022
22 June 2022
Visiting Dallas and Mexico
Acarya Iishvarakrsnananda Avt. and Ac. Anudhyanananda Avt. traveled 6,500 miles in March and April 2022. They went from New York to Virginia, Dallas Region, and Mexico. They initiated ten brothers, gave talks, and organized 6 Akhanda Kiirtana and online and in-person programs.
22 June 2022
Ananda Dhiira MU Updates
Didi Ananda Acira is taking care of Ananda Dhiira Master Unit in Grass Valley, California, Los Angeles Region. In the last two months, she has been busy with growing a variety of organic vegetables, fruits, and herbs. She has started making organic handmade soaps, using herbs…
8 June 2022
Ananda Marga Canada Summer Seminar 2022
Welcome to participate in the Ananda Marga Canada Summer Seminar, July 29 – 31, 2022!
8 June 2022
Ananda Kanak MU, Quebec, Canada Retreats
New People Spring Retreat at Ananda Kanak Master Unit
8 June 2022
Ananda Priiti MU Updates
Ananda Priiti Master Unit is located in Atascosa, Texas, and managed by Avadhutika Ananda Hitaprabha Acarya. Since 2020 we have had regular food distribution for local families and homeless people in San Antonio city. It benefitted about 250 people per month. Karma Yoga…
April 2022
19 April 2022
Atlanta Regional Spring Retreat
The Atlanta Regional Retreat took place from April 15 – 18, 2022, at Ananda Girisuta Master Unit, close to Asheville, North Carolina. This retreat was the first major in-person retreat since the beginning of the Pandemic in 2020. The retreat was a hybrid program, with most…
1 April 2022
After-school Program at New York Sectorial Office
Dada Kovid is managing the after-school program at New York Sectorial Office. They currently have seven children enrolled. Dada picks the children up at the nearby primary school, and they walk together to our school. The children receive support with the homework and…
March 2022
30 March 2022
Visit to Mexico
SS Dada Abhiramanandaji and Dada Diiptimanananda visited Cuernavaca, Mexico City, and Monterrey in Mexico from mid-February to mid-March 2022. Dada Ragatmananda lives at Cuernavaca Jagrti and daily tours the city and neighboring areas singing Kiirtana and doing pracar. The…
30 March 2022
Ananda Vrati – Quest Center Renovations Near Completion
Ananda Vrati Master Unit (the Quest Center) has been under renovation for the last few years. Brother Adyatman and sister Kusum and Dada Shankarananda and Dada Anudhyanananda have been tirelessly raising funds and actively working on finishing the construction. This winter,…
30 March 2022
Online Peace Festival with World Yoga Community
The World Yoga Community in New York, led by Guru Dileepji, organized an online event in cooperation with the United Nations and Ananda Marga in New York Sector. Many dignitaries and spiritually minded people were present at this event. Ac. Abhiramananda Avadhuta, Sectorial…
22 March 2022
Our First-Ever Annual Report
It is an honor to share Food for All DC’s 2021 Annual Report with you. This report demonstrates the huge impact we collectively have in supporting food insecure residents of Washington, DC. Because of your generous engagement with FFA, we were able to meet the needs of…
21 March 2022
Spiritual Festival, Winter Retreat and New Year’s Celebration
Ananda Marga in New York Sector organized the sectorial New Year retreat as two online programs, the Spiritual Festival (December 27 – 29) and Winter Retreat 2022 (December 30, 2021, to January 1, 2022.)
20 March 2022
The Meditation and Service Project – March Online Retreat and Talk Shows
While the pandemic kept everyone indoors in 2021, a group of Acaryas from the New York Sector decided to start a pracar project called ‘The Meditation & Service Show.’ Gradually the project has been taking form with lots of activities on social media like Facebook, Instagram,…
20 March 2022
Good news from Ananda Priiti Master Unit, Atascosa, Dallas Region
Namaskar. Ananda Priiti Master Unit is Ananda Marga New York Sector WWD Project located in Atascosa County, Texas. In January 2022, we had a small fundraiser on Facebook, and with the help of volunteers and neighbors, we have completed the renovation of the main jagrti. …
January 2022
24 January 2022
Message from the Sectorial Secretary of Ananda Marga, New York Sector
December 27, 2021
23 January 2022
Spiritual Festival and Winter Retreat 2022, December 27, 2021 – January 1, 2022
Ananda Marga in New York Sector organized the sectorial New Year retreat as two online programs, the Spiritual Festival (December 27 – 29) and Winter Retreat 2022 (December 30, 2021, to January 1, 2022.)
22 January 2022
Bhukti Pradhan Conferences
We are happy to inform you all, brothers and sisters, that New York Sector is strengthening the structural work in different ways, such as online ideological training and classes and other activities. Most importantly, the Sector has introduced Bhukti Pradhan conferences every…
21 January 2022
Ananda Kanan Solar Power Project
Ananda Kanan Master Unit, Missouri is New York Sector’s Sectorial Master Unit and has accommodation for over one hundred people and hosts the yearly summer conference in July. During the Pandemic, emergency preparations to evacuate from the cities have become a real…
21 January 2022
New Rectory Building at Ananda Girisuta Master Unit
The Ananda Girisuta Master Unit, Marshall, Atlanta Region, is located on a forested hill about half an hour from Asheville, North Carolina. The Master Unit has a beautiful dome-shaped retreat center that is the home for Prama Institute, and Ananda Marga retreats for Atlanta…
19 January 2022
Pracar and Service in the Dominican Republic and Haiti
Brother Caetanya (SDM BP in Boston) and his wife, Iishita, have collected funds, clothes, computers, books, and other goods and shipped them to Haiti and the Dominican Republic in the last years. In November 2021, after long Pandemic Restrictions, they visited the Dominican…
13 January 2022
New York Sectorial Office Afterschool Program
Acarya Kovid Brahmacarii (RS Boston and LA) is taking care of the NY Sectorial Office Afterschool Program with the help of LFT Brother Asiim and the supervision of Ac. Abhiramananda Avt. (SSNY)
10 January 2022
Good News from Ananda Priiti Master Unit, Dallas Region
Avadhutika Ananda Hitaprabha Acarya is taking care of Ananda Priiti Master Unit, situated in Atascosa County, near San Antonio City, Texas.
9 January 2022
New Rectory Building
The Ananda Girisuta Master Unit, Marshall, Atlanta Region, is located on a forested hill about half an hour from Asheville, North Carolina. The Master Unit has a beautiful dome-shaped retreat center that is the home for Prama Institute, and Ananda Marga retreats for Atlanta…
3 January 2022
New People Retreats at Ananda Dhiira in May 2021
Didi Ananda Acira and Dada Diiptimanananda organized a new people retreat at Ananda Dhiira Master Unit in Penn Valley, California, from May twelve to sixteen. Dada Gunatmananda also participated and gave a class on Samskaras. Sixteen people and two children participated,…
November 2021
28 November 2021
Online Summer Conference 2021
The Online Summer Conference of Ananda Marga in the New York Sector took place from Tuesday, June 29, to Sunday, July 4, 2021.
August 2021
16 August 2021
Haiti Earthquake August 2021
Officials in Haiti have confirmed at least 1,297 people are dead after a powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake hit the Caribbean nation on Saturday.
April 2021
September 2020
7 September 2020
Online Spring Retreat
Last three years, Ananda Marga has organized successful Spring Retreats in May for the regions on the East Coast of the US. The previous retreats were at Arsha Vidya Gurukulam retreat center in Pennsylvania. This year, due to the Pandemic, the retreat center was closed, and…
August 2020
10 August 2020
Getting to know our partners #1
Interview by Peter Sage (Food for All DC’s Director) with Brother Mike from The Shrine of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Washington, DC.
June 2020
15 June 2020
Stronger Together
Over the last four weeks, Food For All DC (FFA) has assisted over 5000 food insecure people in the Washington DC area. We have dramatically increased our reach into the community by partnering with a number of grassroots organizations and community health centers, including:
May 2020
April 2020
27 April 2020
The new normal…
The demand for food continues to grow in Washington DC, with Food For All DC (FFA) meeting the food needs of over 500 people during the week. This is a 25% increase from the previous week! Many laid off restaurant workers are beginning to call, resulting in FFA supporting…
20 April 2020
We are making a difference!
For the past three weeks, in order to meet the growing demand for food in Washington DC, Food For All DC has been increasing the number of food recipients by 100 weekly. Last week we provide food deliveries to 413 people. The following client testimonies show the impact our…
March 2020
16 March 2020
Seminar at Ananda Girisuta, North Carolina
Participants of the three days’ seminar from the area and those coming from far away were thrilled one morning to see the landscape around the Prama Institute near Asheville under a layer of fresh snow.
February 2020
26 February 2020
Didis Tour in Central America
Didi Ananda Kalyanmitra and Didi Ananda Aparajiita are mostly working in Mexico for the last six months but recently went on tour to Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua. During their journey, they gave classes and workshops in various yoga centers, companies, cultural…
January 2020
28 January 2020
Winter Retreat Brings in the New Year With Bliss
More than 100 margiis and 20 acaryas (meditation teachers) enjoyed a five day program in the beautiful setting of Camp Ramah in Ojai, California during the final days of 2019. The main feature of the program was Expanding the Periphery of YourLove through the practice of…
9 January 2020
Winter Retreat in Dallas, New Year 2020
The Ananda Marga Winter Retreat, New Year 2020 took place at Cleburne State Park in Dallas from December 27 to January 1, 2020. This was a New York Sectorial Retreat organized by a team of Acaryas and Dallas Margiis.
2 January 2020
Meditation Classes in New York
Acarya Kovid Brahmacarii has been active in giving meditation classes and presenting Ananda Marga to the public. He had yoga and meditation classes twice a week at Queens College during the Spring 2019 semester. Some of the students were very keen to learn meditation, and he…
December 2019
23 December 2019
University Classes in Dallas and Ottawa
Ananda Marga in New York Sector has established university pracar in New York, (in Queens College), in Dallas (in University of Dallas), and in Canada (in University of Ottawa and Carleton University). Ac. Kovid Brc. is regularly giving yoga and meditation class at Queens…
19 December 2019
Meditation Classes in New York
Acarya Kovid Brahmacarii has been active in giving meditation classes and presenting Ananda Marga to the public. He had yoga and meditation classes twice a week at Queens College during the Spring 2019 semester. Some of the students were very keen to learn meditation, and he…
19 December 2019
Meditation Retreat and RDS in New York Sectorial Office
We had a delightful Meditation Retreat at the New York Sectorial Office on November 30 and December 1, 2019. More than twenty people attended the programs. We had two Akhanda Kiirtana, one on Saturday afternoon, and the other on Sunday morning. We also had classes, collective…
16 December 2019
Community Outreach and Networking
Community Outreach and Networking in New York, Long Island and New Jersey. Acarya Abhiramananda Avadhuta (SS NY Sector) has taken the lead to present Ananda Marga at various public programs, network with various organizations, and benefit the community by introducing the…
November 2019
28 November 2019
Kaoshikii at the UN
Kaoshikii was introduced and practiced to great aclaim at the UN on international yoga day.
23 November 2019
Children in Permaculture at the Kailash Eco-Village
On Thursday, I gave a talk at the Kailash Eco-Village in Portland Oregon about “Earth Care, People Care, Fair Share in Education – the Children in Permaculture Manual” I co-authored. The crowd was underwhelming in size (3 people joined) but I was really excited to meet Matt…
21 November 2019
November 2019 News
The Winter Bliss Retreat is Just Around the Corner In little more than a month the Winter Bliss Retreat (December 27-January 1) will start in Ojai, California.
14 November 2019
October Meditation Retreat and RDS at Los Altos Hills Jagrti, California
On October 5 and 6, 2019, at Los Altos Hills in the Bay Area in California, Dada Diiptimanananda, Didi Ananda Acira, Ragu, and Sainjaya organized a two days meditation retreat for the Margiis. We started the program on Saturday morning with Sadhana Shivir, followed by Akhanda…
13 November 2019
Yoga Detox Retreats in California and New York
Yoga and wellness have gained popularity in recent years in the US and around the Globe. Ac. Dharmavedananda Avt., Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac. Avtk. Ananda Hitaprabha Ac. and Ac. Abhiramananda avt. organized detox programs at Los Altos Hills Jagrti, in Los Angeles, and in New York…
13 November 2019
Ananda Marga Canada Seminar and Retreat in Quebec, August 2 – 4, 2019
Ananda Marga Canada organized with the help of Margiis and workers, a seminar and retreat at the SAJO Retreat Center close to Ananda Kanak Master Unit in Quebec, Canada. This year, the program was so inspiring and devotional with better participation than last year, and…
12 November 2019
Prabhata Samgiita Day Celebrations, September 14, 2019
RAWA Cultural Program in Brampton, Toronto
8 November 2019
International Day of Yoga 2019
International Yoga Day was celebrated on June 16, 2019, in Washington DC by the Washington Monument. The event was organized by the Indian Ambassador to the United States, Harsh Vardhan Shringla. It was a wonderful program. More than two thousand people participated from…
6 November 2019
Didis Tour in Central America
Didi Ananda Kalyanmitra and Didi Ananda Aparajiita are mostly working in Mexico for the last six months but recently went on tour to Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua. During their journey, they gave classes and workshops in various yoga centers, companies, cultural…
6 November 2019
Atlanta Regional Retreat
Atlanta Regional Retreat took place at Ananda Girisuta Master Unit, Asheville, from August 30 to September 1, 2019. The retreat was successful, with about seventy Margiis attending the retreat.
3 November 2019
Karma Yoga Retreat at Ananda Dham Master Unit, California
Work is proceeding with diligence as we rehabilitate our beautiful Ananda Dham Master Unit, located just north of Los Angeles in the high desert of Southern California. The farm is in disrepair after being ravaged by a wildfire in 2013. The orchard was destroyed, but the…
2 November 2019
Student Retreat at Ananda Kanak Master Unit
Dada Dayashiilananda organized a student’s retreat at Ananda Kanak Master Unit in Quebec, Canada, on August 31 – September 1, 2019. Twelve people attended the retreat, including students and Margiis. The students enjoyed the beautiful environment at the Master Unit, harvested…
October 2019
14 October 2019
Good news from Didi Ananda Rainjana in Mexico
Didi Ananda Rainjana teaches yoga, meditation, wellness, and self-healing to women and the public in Monterrey, Mexico, but also travels to other cities for classes, retreats, and workshops. She regularly gives classes at a women rehabilitation center and workshops at…
14 October 2019
Autumn Harvest and Detox Programs at Ananda Dhiira WWD Master Unit in California
Ananda Dhiira is a beautiful WWD Master Unit in Penn Valley, California. Didi Ananda Acira is taking care of the Master Unit and grows organic fruits and vegetables, and runs detox programs, women’s programs, yoga and meditation classes, and meditation retreats. Recently, she…
4 October 2019
Ananda Kanan Summer Retreat, June 30 – July 6, 2019 (slideshow)
The New York Sector, Ananda Marga Spiritual Conference at Ananda Kanan is organized every year in June and July. For many years, numbers of Margiis, workers, have been getting a lot of inspiration at Ananda Kanan. This year the programs at Ananda Kanan extended from June 24…
September 2019
20 September 2019
Worldwide Climate Rally and Strike
Today, September 20, 2019 over 2,800 actions took place over the world, which aim to “disrupt business as usual in order for people to know that this is a really serious moment,” says rally co-organizer Ashley McDermott, who also heads the Asheville chapter of the national…
August 2019
17 August 2019
Path of Bliss News
August 2019 Newsletter – The first Vistara Circle six-day beginners’ retreat on July 16-21 at the Prama Institute in Asheville was a huge success! Around a dozen Margiis from the Asheville area contributed to this retreat and it turned out to be a fantastic experience for…
July 2019
15 July 2019
Tools to Change the World
On July 10th, Mirra Price (Miirabaii) presented the new Prout Study Guide, Tools to Change the World, which Dada Maheshvarananda and she co-authored, at a book signing at Malaprops Bookstore in Asheville, the most popular bookstore in town. Twenty-tw0 people attended the event.
5 July 2019
If someone told me…
If someone told me at age 12 when I was graduating from Ananda Marga Prep that in only 10 years I’d be invited to be the guest speaker at their graduation, I would have said “YOU LYING!!” But WOW!! It was an honour and privilege! Thanks to all who believed in me! Also,…
June 2019
16 June 2019
Food Distribution in Austin, Texas
Dada Mahaviirananda recently visited Austin around Baba’s birthday and helped the Margiis with Food distribution to the homeless. Because of Texas’s mild winters, and Austin being known as a “liberal” town, homeless are attracted here from other parts of the country to…
May 2019
25 May 2019
Yoga, Meditation, and Health Service Project
Avadhutika Ananda Rainjana Acarya (Didi Ananda Rainjana) renders service to women in Monterrey, Mexico, and also travels to other cities to give lectures, workshops, seminars, and retreats. In Monterrey, Mexico, Didi has regular yoga and meditation classes as well as English…
23 May 2019
Kiirtana Parikrama, May 5 – 18, 2019 in Boston Region and Philadelphia Region
Kiirtana Parikrama was organized from May 5 – 18 in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Acarya Sarvajiitananda Avadhuta and Ac. Anudhyanananda Avt. took the lead for organizing the programs along with Ac. Iishvarakrsnananda Avt., and Avtk. Ananda Sutiirtha Ac. The Kiirtana…
20 May 2019
Spring Retreat, April 12 – 14, 2019
The Margiis and Acaryas in New York, New Jersey, Boston, and Washington DC organized a Spring Retreat at the Arsha Vidya Gurukulam center in Pennsylvania. The retreat was very successful with more than fifty Margiis and eight Acaryas attending. The theme of the retreat was…
19 May 2019
News from Ananda Dhiira Master Unit, Los Angeles Region
Ananda Dhiira is a beautiful Master Unit in Penn Valley, California. Avadhutika Ananda Acira Acarya is taking care of the Master Unit and has set up a greenhouse and is growing organic fruits and vegetables. She writes: “A month ago we started to prepare the soil and…
17 May 2019
Easter Retreat in Cuernavaca, Mexico
As per tradition, the annual Ananda Marga Easter Retreat was held in Cuernavaca, the ‘city of eternal spring’. This year it was held in the beautiful and serene garden of Cedech, a retreat Centre in the outskirt of the city where around 15 Margiis found their way from near and…
5 May 2019
WFP Haiti Country Brief, March 2019
In March, 10 nurses affiliated to the ECHO-funded project implemented by WFP’s partner Ananda Marga Universal Relief Team (AMURT) participated in a nutrition training, which included the following themes: specific food needs for the family and for pregnant and lactating women,…
1 May 2019
Earth Day Celebration in New York
Earth Day was celebrated all around the world on Monday, April 22, 2019.
April 2019
25 April 2019
Meditation for Social Activists Seminar at Texas State University
Ac. Advayananda Avt. led a Meditation for Social Activists Seminar on April 01, 2019 at Texas State University. The seminar was synthesizing Spiritual Practice, Social Change, and PROUT (Progressive Utilization Theory.) In the seminar, Dada Advayananda summarised and…
3 April 2019
Karma Yoga Retreat, March 30-31, 2019 at Ananda Dhiira
It was a very inspiring and meaningful weekend for all of us during this retreat. A weekend filled with spiritual vibration, love, service, sharing, and joy. We had daily yoga, meditation, spring cleaning, planting, hiking, sharing, enjoying the beauty of nature, and…
2 April 2019
Seminars in New York Sector
New York Sector announced the seminars for 2019 of New York Sector in more than 25 places. Last two months we materialized seminars in more than ten locations: New York, Los Altos Hills, Denver, Staten Island, New Jersey, Boston, Ananda Girisuta MU, Toronto, Guatemala City and…
March 2019
31 March 2019
Good News from Ananda Priiti Master Unit and Houston Unit
Good News of Ananda Priiti Master Unit in San Antonio, Texas
30 March 2019
Interfaith Service at the Church Center for the United Nations
On March 15, 2019, Acarya Abhiramananda Avadhuta attended an Interfaith Service of Remembrance and Gratitude at the Church Center for the United Nations, at the UN Building in Manhattan, New York. This was a beautiful service with different representatives of the United…
January 2019
1 January 2019
Service in Galveston Texas
Houston Unit hosted a Christmas Party for the Children’s Center of Galveston attended by about 45 kids and 15 families.I collected toys and gifts from coworkers and were distributed to the kids we served vegetarian dinner and had games .Kids had a wonderful time!
December 2018
17 December 2018
Ananda Marga Representative at United Nations Peace Meeting
On the 29th of November 2018, a peace meeting was organized by the UNAI (United Nations Academic Impact) at the United Nations Building in New York – J Michael Adams was the chief guest. Ac. Abhiramananda Avt. was the representative of Ananda Marga in the program. More than…
16 December 2018
Monthly Meditation Retreats at New York Sectorial Office
Since year 2017 we started having monthly meditation retreats at the New York Sectorial Office. Those short meditation retreats in Flushing, New York attract Margiis and visitors from the five boroughs of New York, Long Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New Haven, Connecticut,…
14 December 2018
Diwali Celebration at the Mayor of New York House
The light of Diwali (Diipavalii) was celebrated in the Mayor of New York City (Bill de Blasio) residence in Manhattan on 16th of November, 2018. Ac. Anudhyanananda Avt. and Ac. Abhiramananda Avt. participated in the program as special guests. More than 2000 people from…
November 2018
15 November 2018
Jatakarma Ceremony of Paramananda and other New York News
Baby Naming Ceremony for Paramananda son of Raman and Lyuba was attended by Acarya Shankarananda Avadhuta , Avadhutika Ananda Kalyanmitra and Acarya Diiptimanananda Avadhuta together with the margi of Brooklyn and Staten Island. The beautiful images received tell about…
14 November 2018
PROUT active in Dallas
Nov 06 2018 was the day of the U.S. midterm elections and we all saw and felt all the buzz and high contentious energy surrounding it on all sides of the socio-political spectrum!
13 November 2018
Activities in Ananda Priiti Master Unit in Atascosa Texas.
Avadhutika Ananda Hitaprabha Acarya is newly posted as Rector Master in Ananda Priiti Master Unit in Texas. She sent the following news:
5 November 2018
Seminar in Jojutla and other News from Mexico
On 20-21 October, we held a 2-day seminar at the city of Jojutla, Mexico. Jojutla suffered a lot of damage in Mexico’s big earthquake that happened last year. Even now, you can see a lot of damage, and the citizens, to a big extent, are still traumatized.
October 2018
29 October 2018
Annual World Alliance Religious meeting
The annual Warp-HWPL meeting held on October 29 2019 saw the participation of several religious leaders in the Opera America venue of Manhattan, New York.
19 October 2018
Monterrey Region in Mexico News
September Retreat in Monterrey with the participation of six acaryas and several Margi brothers and sisters.
15 October 2018
News from California
The first dharma chakra in Sacramento. It was very nice and inspiring for all the margiis.
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