Todays Indian Express, carries a write-up on Mr.Iyer, termed a 'Waste Wizard', for his extraordinary ability to convert waste into items of utility. Not very unusual in that most would think, for there are many who do that. What is unusual about Mr.Iyer, is that he has been doing this for more than 3 decades, much before recycling became a popular and politically correct way of life. Today we talk of the need to reduce carbon footprints but Mr.Iyer, seems to have recognised this need much earlier, for he has only been using a bicycle for almost 50years. What is more, his cycle is also made of recycled material and usually displays a socially relevant message, in order to make us ponder and change. For those who would like to read more about him, here is the link
The JGW, less than 2 months away is a time when all of us can emulate the social consciousness of those who like Mr.Iyer, literally walk the extra mile to contribute to society. Those who find it difficult to organise an event of their own, can participate in one of the many events being organised all over India. To find out the various events all one needs to do is visit our website. The site also has ideas on how individuals can contribute. There is giving and receiving amongst all age groups and across society. We would like all of you to participate in any manner you see fit to make this pan India festival a success for that will truly bring about a positive change. Let us together, 'Walk the Talk' for a t least a week between the 2nd and 8th of October and turn it into a truly joyous week. The Joy of Giving Week.
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Sunday, July 24, 2011
An Update
It has been a while since the last post, welcoming you all to JGW 2011. Work on the third chapter of JGW has been going on quietly and systematically. The website of the JGW has been updated and is now more user friendly. Besides giving us an update of all the events held across India during JGW 2010, the site also makes it easier to register an event for the current year.
22 events have already been registered at the time of writing this. The old favourites, Design for Change, Vastrasamman, Home of Joy, Shadow a CEO are back this year as are many new events all of which promise to spread sweetness and joy. Sumi, has decided to literally spread sweetness on the 1st and 2nd of October, as she plans to make, buy gulab jamuns and distribute them to the underprivileged. Those who would like to be a part of this event can contact her through the JGW website. You could pledge to save this planet by expressing your solidarity with Shoobh, that aims to run an awareness campaign on forests for about 3 months from the 1st of October. There is an event for each of us, a cause each one of us can identify with and a need each one of us can cater to and fulfil.
Amongst the innovative initiatives this year is a deck of playing cards that makes it so easy for us to give, all we need to do is follow 3 simple steps : shuffle, pick and give. By so doing, you help spread joy, the Joy of Giving. To spread joy, all you need to do is click here
22 events have already been registered at the time of writing this. The old favourites, Design for Change, Vastrasamman, Home of Joy, Shadow a CEO are back this year as are many new events all of which promise to spread sweetness and joy. Sumi, has decided to literally spread sweetness on the 1st and 2nd of October, as she plans to make, buy gulab jamuns and distribute them to the underprivileged. Those who would like to be a part of this event can contact her through the JGW website. You could pledge to save this planet by expressing your solidarity with Shoobh, that aims to run an awareness campaign on forests for about 3 months from the 1st of October. There is an event for each of us, a cause each one of us can identify with and a need each one of us can cater to and fulfil.
Amongst the innovative initiatives this year is a deck of playing cards that makes it so easy for us to give, all we need to do is follow 3 simple steps : shuffle, pick and give. By so doing, you help spread joy, the Joy of Giving. To spread joy, all you need to do is click here
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