The Sri Sathya Sai Global Young Adults Conference

We would love to welcome you all to the Sri Sathya Sai Global Young Adults Conference (SSSGYAC) 2024!

The conference will entitle 3 days of workshops, sports and events related  to culture, spirituality and leadership from the 12th to 14th July 2024 in Prasanthi Nilayam. 

Set against the serene backdrop of Prasanthi Nilayam, this conference is a profound journey for the youth who have been touched by the timeless and profound messages of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba.

The theme is, “Reconnect, Recharge, and Rejoice in S.A.I. Love”. This serves as a guiding light for participants to rediscover their spiritual roots, revitalise their inner energies, and celebrate the boundless love that radiates from the Source. This transformative gathering is aimed at a purpose, where hearts unite and souls find solace, echoing the eternal message of love and unity imparted by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba.

Important information: 

1. Registration:

Follow this link to register yourself for the conference: https://www.sssgyac.com/registration

Registration for overseas young adults (17-35 years)  is now open and closes on 16th May 2024.

2. Pre-conference Sadhana: 

The Pre-conference Sadhana comprises of three study circles on the core theme of the programme: ‘Reconnect (17th February), Recharge (12th April), Rejoice (1st June)’. The website contains material for the first study circle if you have missed it. Please also see this link to download the sadhana tracker https://www.sssgyac.com/sadhana

3. The Programme: 

Stay tuned to the updates on the SSSGYAC website on the programme details for the thre days of the conference via this link: https://www.sssgyac.com/programme

4. Prasanthi Nilayam Guidelines:

Prasanthi Nilayam means ‘the abode of highest peace’ and therefore we must adhere to certain guidelines in and around the ashram. This webpage also contains key information regarding accommodation, places of interest, food and travel. 

https://www.sssgyac.com/prasanthi-nilayam-guidelines

Additionally, as part of this conference, we have finalising arrangements for the UK Young Adults to take part in several service opportunities on the days following the Conference.

1)  Grama Seva (15th-17th July)

2)  UK Medical Camp (15th-20th July)

3)  Global Medical Camp in Prasanthi (18th-22nd July)

To facilitate arrangements, please indicate your availability on the above dates using the following Google Form: https://forms.gle/aXNY1tJCEXmSMQkdA, or scan the QR code.

For any other inquiries, please email youngadults@srisathyasai.org.uk for any queries. 

Updates

Registration deadline

The registration deadline for SSSGYAC 2024 has been extended to May 15th 2024. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! Register now to be part of this transformative experience. www.sssgyac.com 

GYAC UK Satsang 

Whether you’ve decided to attend or not, mark your calendar for Saturday May 18th and join us for our second soulful gathering featuring bhajans, enlightening satsangs, captivating talks by guest speakers, and delicious food. Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow pilgrims!

Secure your spot by registering here: https://forms.gle/HvsL9qGC8LUdgVCv7 

UK YA GYAC Sadhana Meeting (20.04.24)

“The youth of today are the future leaders of the nation and the architects of the new society. The future of a nation depends on its youth. The strength of the youth lies in their spirit of patriotism. The primary duty of the youth is to render service to the society. The physical and mental strength of the youth is the foundation on which a nation is built.” (Sri Sathya Sai Speaks, vol. 33, 14th January 2000)

After a lengthy hiatus, the Global Young Adult Conference in Prasanthi Nilayam will be taking place this summer, with the theme being – Reconnect, Recharge and Rejoice in S.A.I. Love. To aid their sadhana efforts in the lead up to the pilgrimage, YAs across the UK recently gathered to discuss the first element of the conference theme – ‘reconnect.’

The meeting started with the YAs hearing from their fellow brothers and sisters (who were youth in their former lives) about the latter’s experiences on prior youth conferences and pilgrimages to Prasanthi Nilayam. It was touching to hear the former YAs discuss their personal experiences with Swami as they recounted their intimate experiences with Him including singing in front of Him and even watching a film with Him! Nonetheless, each anecdote contained a spiritual lesson, serving them a reminder that Swami’s grace is not easily earned. It was clear to the YAs present that Swami’s blessings are abundant; however, to earn his grace requires regular sadhana and is no mean feat to achieve.

The afternoon progressed with the YAs being split into groups and given various topics to contemplate over, before presenting back to the wider group. The sisters were tasked with discussing how they integrate spirituality into their daily lives and help ‘reconnect’ with Swami. They touched on various methods including limiting social media use, singing bhajans and listening to Swami’s discourses on Spotify which was news to some! They concluded that fostering a connection with Swami requires discipline and whilst they were individually undertaking various sadhanas, they perhaps needed to undertake something more collective as a group. The brothers on the other hand pondered over what aspects were drawing them to ‘reconnect’ with Swami. Whilst a concise discussion, they unanimously agreed that the opportunity to go to Prasanthi (for any reason) was not one to turn down and the benefits are sometimes felt far into the future.

The event concluded with managala aarthi followed by prasadam. As the youth departed, they left feeling reconnected with Swami and their thoughts focused on the next instalment of these sadhana meetings under the theme of ‘recharge.’ 

Opportunities to be involved

Veda chanters

Here’s your golden opportunity to chant Vedam during SSSGYAC 2024! Join the Global Young Adults’ divine offering. Open to all Brothers and Sisters!

How to Audition:

– You must be registered for SSSGYAC 2024 to participate

– ⁠Fill in the form below and submit your audition entry by 21st May 2024 

– Registration link : shorturl.at/aghAO 

Decorators for Prasanthi Nilayam

Join our Decoration Seva team and be a part of creating a beautiful atmosphere at Sai Kulwant Hall and other venues in Prasanthi Nilayam for SSSGYAC 2024!

If you have a creative flair and a passion for service, we’d love to have you on board! Let’s work together to make SSSGYAC truly special. Interested? Fill in the form below to get involved: https://1tztw4aqdmn.typeform.com/to/as1mRqjH 

Singers, instrumentalists, narrators

DEADLINE EXTENDED to 7th May 2024

Those who wish to participate in these Offerings and are able to reach Prasanthi Nilayam by 9th of July 2024 are requested to send auditions as follows. All videos need to be a size limit of 100MB.

1. Singers: Record a one minute video of you singing without any accompaniments
2. Musicians: Record a one minute video of you playing an instrument without any accompaniments
3. Narrators: Record one minute of video of you reading a monologue of your choice

If you have any queries please email sathyasaiyuva@gmail.com 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I-W7YW_PRZXCFHc1QqqtdSvzOlcXpT7ssrIodDGhkGM/edit?pli=1