Sathya Sai Zone 9A Youth Wing Report
Jan- June 2014
Offered at the divine lotus feet with love and gratitude
Zone 9A Youth Co-ordinator: Sharvanie Sooriah
Zone 9A Deputy Youth Co-ordinator: Deviesh Tankaria
Country
Ethiopia
Gabon
Ghana
Ireland
Ivory Coast
Kenya
Libya
Malawi
Youth Coordinator
No centre/ No Youth
Coordinator
No centre/ No Youth
Coordinator
Santosh Sharma and Reena
Varanasi
No Youth Coordinator
Carlos Kalambayi
No centre/ No Youth
Coordinator
Azizet Roger-François
Bro. David
No Youth Coordinator
Koffi Kouassi Hubert
Sonal Piyush Gohil
No Youth Coordinator
No Youth Coordinator
Madagascar
Ramburhose O. Sharma Atish
Mauritius
Morocco
Nigeria
Senegal
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Somalia
South Africa
Swaziland
Tanzania
Togo
Bussawon Sawrejay
No Youth Coordinator
Daniel Akpakpan
No Youth Coordinator
No Youth Coordinator
Sorie I Kamara
No Youth Coordinator
Sharvanie Sooriah
No Youth Coordinator
Bansari Barmeda
No Youth Coordinator
Angola
Bénin
Zone 9 A is full of different cultures, ethnic groups
and the dynamics in the various Society’s vary
from place to place.
The common thread is indeed the LOVE for Swami
and working in HIS Organisation.
On the side is a list of countires within the Zone
and the detail in terms of Youth co-ordinators/
Active Centres.
Please note that in some countries, there is no
Active Youth Wing.
Botswana
Cameroon
Congo (RDC)
Uganda
Ms. Poornima Natarajan
United Kingdom Shyam Jamnadas
Zambia
Jagan
Zimbabwe
No Youth Coordinator
Reported countries
• In this report we have the following countries
represented:
– Kenya
– Mauritius
– Nigeria
– South Africa
– Tanzania
– Uganda
– United Kingdom
KENYA
 Sai Borehole Project, conducted
at Mahali Pa Usalama. It’s a
rescue centre for sexually
abused children on an average
the home has 25 kids.
 The centre is under the banner
of Catholic Arch Riocese Msa.
 Seva attended by 20 devotees.
 Visit to Ananda Marga
Children’s Home for
16 orphans.
 Donated foodstuff,
ration, stationery and
other various items.
 Seva attended by 10
devotees.
 Mahasamdhi Day Seva, donated foodstuff ,
ration, vegetables, stationery, slippers, towels,
and various other items for children’s use at the
Mahali Pa Usalama Centre.
 Bhajans sung with the children.
 Seva attended by 23 devotees.
 First Outreach at Voi
hospital Seva of Sai
Vision 2014.
 257 patients screened
and 30 operated for
Cataracts.
 Seva attended by 9
Devotees.
 Second Outreach of Sai Vision
2014 at Kilifi District.
 136 patients screened and 24
operated for Cataracts.
 Seva attended by 13 devotees
and 3 children.
SATHYA SAI SCHOOL – KISAJU
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ANNUAL SPORTS’ DAY REPORT
The 2014 Annual Sports and Fun Day was held on Sunday 22nd June 2014.
This year’s theme was LOVE AND UNITY FOR SUCCESS. All the activities had an
element that reflected the theme of the Sports’ Day
We were pleased to be with School Board member, Bro Ambi, some invited guest, 3
head teachers from surrounding schools and an overwhelming attendance of parents
and guardians.(95% attendance)
Rating and remarks.
Bro Ambi rated this year’s sport day to be the most organized .
Parents were very pleased with the organization where they also took part in some
events.
Students were immaculate in their new track suits.
Everyone owned the activities especially the staff; hence it ended up being a very
successful day.
MAURITIUS
National Blood Drive takes place every year on the 1st Jan and ALL devotees including Youth are
on board . The youth get involved in the canvassing of people
Focus areas in the programme:
NIGERIA
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The National Youth Wing (NYW) of the Sri Sathya Sai Service
Organization (SSSSO) in Nigeria is an integral part of the mother
organization, SSSSO, and functions as an arm of hers, and not
independent of her.
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There has been no independent Youth activities thus far, however,
the Youth Wing has actively participated in Seva programs
organized by their various centres across the country. These
activities range from feeding the poor to community service. In
some of the centres, the Youth Wing even presented drama, etc.
SOUTH AFRICA
Name of programme / events : Leadership Workshop Feb 2014
Nature of the programme / event: The purpose of this Workshop was to
have a weekend of engaging with the Regional Youth Co-ordinators, to aspire
to become better leaders within and out of the Organisation. Aligning all to the
National Youth Wing Guideline Document and ensuring that all are aware of
their role and how to go about it ( Knowledge of Self and Job). This platform
was also used to re-iterate the focusses we should have (messages from Dr
Narendranath Reddy and Dr Maduray).
Aspects of the Mahavakya of Leadership was explored: Communication,
Initiative and Action.
A gameplan for 2014 was discussed and National Projects were decided
upon.
Number attending : 20, Comprised of National Youth Co-ordinator, Deputy
National Youth Co-ordinator, Regional Youth Co-ordinators and Buddies from
across the country
Impact of the programme / event: Regional co –ordinators left with direction
and guidance for the year ahead. We are in the process of encouraging
Regions to duplicate the Leadership workshop within their Regions with
Centre Youth convenors. National Projects are being better supported
because all agreed upon it together with timelines.
Name of programme / events: Youth Living for Truth (Feb, April and June )
Nature of the programme / event: This programme takes place Nationally every 2/3 months, in which different Regions
have the opportunity of playing Host. Topics (Practical Spirituality) relevant to Youth are presented in a manner that youth
will find it easy to relate to ..
The topics for the YL4T Programmes in 2014 comes from last year’s content as well as topics that were discussed at the National Youth
Camp 2013Feb 2014 :Blueprint –Four aspects of blueprint, physical, mental social and spiritual.
Setting goals, importance of integrating Sai principles in all areas of life. (Constant integrated Awareness) . Integration of human values
in Thought, Word and Action. To bring power into life one needs to have unity and purity in Thought, Word and Action
April 2014: Relationships Youth are faced with several relationship issues on a daily basis. Irrespective of the age group of youth,
each person is searching for love, others a companion with a view to finally settle down when the time is right, but Youth generally
seem to have many Questions around this Topic which was address in the sessions with Teachings from our Dear Lord
16th June 2014 – Theme of Universalism was incorporated and celebrated together with our June 16 th History of South Africa.
Number attending: Feb: 212 across the country, April: 174 across the country.
Impact of the programme / event:
Try to involve as many Youth as possible in the programme, use the platform as an opportunity to give ALL a chance to Serving Swami
;involved in planning and presenting of topics thereby building leadership capacity within the Organisation.
Feedback from a Hosting Region
“There was a lot of learning and transformation that took place in the weeks preceding by the planning team. Immense commitment
was shown by the youth leaders and active youth in putting it all together both from a logistic and content perspective. “
Youth Living for Truth
Name of programme / events : My School Card National Initiative(A Serve The Planet 2014 building block)
Nature of the programme / event: Create awareness and
accessibility to apply for the My School Card, amongst all
devotees.
Number attending: n/a
Impact of the programme / event: Bhagawan Baba has created a beautiful legacy
of love in the form of quality based education in human values through the Sathya Sai Schools. It is
our duty to ensure that it continues to grow to the pinnacle heights of divine perfection. One such
avenue to ensure this legacy lives on, is the MySchool card initiative.
This project also lends to Regional Youth co-ordinators to lead a project and work together with
Regional Presidents and Seva Convenors.
Name of programme / events : Ladies Forum Recipe Book
(A Serve The Planet 2014 building block)
Nature of the programme / event: Promote healthy eating and
sharing Food Knowledge and creativity.
Youth contributed towards the Kids segment in the recipe book
as well as assisted with editing and capturing of recipes.
Tapovanam – National Initiative
Youth across the country actively participated in the Tapovanam National observance and in
some Regions, youth worked together with the Spiritual Wing and had the opportunity to
conduct study circles, dramas, music, etc
TANZANIA
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Name of activity:
EHV, Value Parenting, Youth Programs and
Leadership Skills
Date:
22nd May to 30th May 2014
Nature of the activity:
Workshops in different schools in Dar es Salaam,
Tanzania.
Number of youth attended:
100 youth on average in each school
Impact of the activity:
The golden Triangle and EHV to Children with its effects. E.H.V
in the form of Golden triangle (Head, Heart, Hands) and its effects in the missing link for
children age between 10 to 17 years. Human values and how it corrects the path towards
service age is the same.
NB.No independent Youth Activities , in the process of trying to revive a Youth Wing
UGANDA
Name of Activity and
Date
Nature of Activity
Number of youth
attended
Impact of the activity
Sharing of Liquid Love,
2nd Feb, 2014
Third Blood Donation Service
30-35
Collected around 34 units of
blood
Monthly Narayana Seva
– 3rd Sunday – every
month
Narayana Seva – food cooked at
orphanage – Missionaries of the
Poor
5-7
Ongoing activity that is
appreciated by the people at
the orphanage
Maha Mrutyumjaya
Japam
A havan conducted in the premises
of Sri Sathya Sai Center, Kampala
10-15
A divine experience
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UNITED KINGDOM
UK designated theme for this year is “One with Sai” with all activities focussed around this
theme
National Programmes
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January 2014 - National Orientation & Welcome Day: 60 Youth office bearers
attended this event of which 30 were youth coordinators and 30 were office bearers
across the 3 wings. There was a youth workshop to discuss the implementation of the
UK youth objectives. A youth speaker shared their experiences of being inspired to
serve Swami’s Mission as a result of growing up in the Sai Organisation.
April 2014 - Sathya Sai Human Values Day: Youth supported the Spiritual Wing in
looking after Multi-faith guests from 9 different religions. There were also youth
musical performances for this event.
May 2014 – National Easwaramma Day: Youth supported Education Wing in
looking after SSE children. Youth created an interactive exhibition for the children.
There was a youth speaker who gave a talk on the impact of SSE in his values and
character today. There was a youth musical performance for this event
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Youth Meetings
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March 2014: 30 Youth Coordinators from across the country met to action plan implementing youth
wing objectives for the year and integrating more with the other wings.
Young Adults Programme (YAP): Youth around the UK hold YAP on a regular basis which varies
from youth study circles, to service activities to devotional singing. YAP for 2014 around the UK is
focused on the 9 Point Code of Conduct. Topics/activities that have taken place between January to
June around the UK have been
– Action planning for 2014Importance & benefits of 9 point code of conduct.
– Meditation & Prayer.
– Ceiling on desires
– Regular attendance at devotional meetings
– Service activities – feeding the homeless & food distribution
Youth in Service
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International disaster relief: Youth contributed towards SSSSOUK efforts towards disaster relief for
Philippines and Uttharakhand.
January 2014 - UK flood disaster relief: Youth supported SSSSOUK in serving the community
impacted by flooding by coordinating the distribution of necessities to serve the flood victims. 3 deliveries
were made to impacted areas.
April 2014 – Easter eggs and toys to hospitals: Youth established relationships with 12 hospitals
around the UK and coordinated the collection with devotees of nearly 1000 Easter eggs and toys which
were distributed amongst the hospitals.
June 2014 – Conservation Project: 25 youth supported the Service Wing with a conservation project
which benefits butterflies in getting better access to food sources. This project involved the cutting and
trimming of hedges and clearing of foliage.
Food banks: Youth have maintained the Food bank project from 2013 Serve the Planet where UK offered
4.5 tonnes of food to 40 food banks across the UK. Regularly youth coordinate and deliver food to local
food banks.
Bridge Project: Monthly, 20 youth are involved in preparing and serving 120 homeless people with food.
Health awareness clinics: Youth support the Service wing in running free health awareness walk-in
clinics for the local community.
Youth in Spirituality
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January & May, Sai Smaran Bhajans. It was a youth initiative for the UK to come together regularly as
a country and in unison sing 6 hours continuously the divine name. Youth take lead in Sai Smaran
Bhajans and 2 have taken place in 2014, totalling 7 since this initiative started in April 2012. Attendance
is approximately 300 devotees for each one. Youth organise with Spiritual wing local singing practices, are
actively involved in singing and instruments and youth also provide lunch for those attending as well as
setting up the venue and audio/visual.
June: Multifaith Walk in Central London: 11 youth took part with 30 devotees in a multi-faith walk in
Westminster, London which takes place annually.
Rudram Classes: Youth are involved in teaching rudram in classes that are held locally around the UK.
Youth with SSE
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Many youth are actively involved with SSE and teachers or teaching assistants.
Youth attended and have run training workshops for SSE training days
Youth have supported Easwaramma day celebrations locally and nationally.
Youth help plan local Sports & Family Values day for SSE children and families.