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Extension of Gandhi Voyage to Argentina

Friends of IofC Argentina of course were disappointed when the Gandhi’s were unable to visit their nation during their time in Latin America with the Gandhi Voyage. However, three of their younger companions accepted the invitation to come to Buenos Aires to give an account of their journey along with a power point presentation. 

Thursday, July 29, 2010
Brazil - where rhythm, action and inspiration combine

On the 23rd of June the Gandhi Voyage travelling group reached Brazil, a country known for its energizing samba, colorful carnival and fantastic football.

Sunday, July 4, 2010
Gandhi Voyage in Colombia

Following the visit to Mexico, Prof Rajmohan Gandhi and his team arrived in Colombia at a time of national significance. The final run off in the Presidential elections added a sense of urgency and importance to a brief but fruitful time in Colombia.

Saturday, June 26, 2010
Gandhi Voyage visits Mexico

The Latin American leg of the ‘Voyage of Dialogue and Discovery’ began last week in Mexico City, one of the world’s most populated cities. Mexico is winning on the football field, and the surge of nationalism and pride accompanying their team’s success is palpable. But beyond the flag flying and painted faces of green, white and red, are Mexicans ready to take the next steps as a people, ‘from patriotism to citizenship’ to claim their history, take responsibility for their challenges and become the leaders in world they should be?

Sunday, June 20, 2010
Gandhi Voyage arrives in Mexico

The Gandhi Voyage has reached Mexico, with a small team joining the Gandhis for visits to Latin America.

Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Gandhi and the 'trust deficit' - the Voyage comes to Washington

The Gandhi Voyage of dialogue and discovery came to Washington DC from 7-12 June. The various engagements dovetailed with efforts by Initiatives of Change in the USA to overcome the 'trust deficit'. Chris Breitenberg reports.

Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Reflections from the journey

Fifty days on the road, through seven countries on three continents, leave a bewildering array of impressions. Dodging volcanic ash, as well as man-made obstructions, we were treated to a rich diet of experiences – and inspired by meeting many heroic individuals.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Japan could help lead an ‘Asian community’ of shared values

Mike Brown reports on the visit of Rajmohan Gandhi, President of Initiatives of Change International, to Japan, where he met met Prime Minister Hatoyama, former Prime Minister Nakasone, and gave several talks.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010
With Gandhi in Japan

Mike Brown from Adelaide joined Rajmohan Gandhi and his wife Usha for a week hosted by IofC Japan, as part of the IofC International President's 14-nation “Voyage of Dialogue and Discovery”. Mike writes:

Saturday, May 15, 2010
Slide show from the Voyage

A five minute slide show has been prepared, giving images from the Voyage of Dialogue and Discovery, and accompanied by a song written and performed by Christopher Breitenberg.

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

IofC in Brief

Who we are: Initiatives of Change (IofC) is a world-wide movement of people of diverse cultures and backgrounds, who are committed to the transformation of society through changes in human motives and behaviour, starting with their own.

 

Purpose: We work to inspire, equip and connect people to address world needs, starting with themselves, in the areas of trustbuilding, ethical leadership and sustainable living.

 

 

Omnia Marzouk, President, IofC International
'Nothing lasting can be built without a desire by people to live differently and exemplify the changes they want to see in society.'