Principled Approaches to Social Work
Sewa, Empathy, and the Path of Selfless Service
This session delves into the timeless wisdom of empathy, compassion, and duty as cornerstones for impactful social work. Research papers submitted for this session will illuminate Sewa as a spiritual practice rooted in Karma Yoga and the concept of Rna (cosmic debts), comparing it with modern notions of charity and service. Through practitioner experiences and profound insights, discover how Sewa enriches not just communities but also the doer, fostering personal growth, emotional resilience, and spiritual evolution.
Panelists
Gaurangs Das Prabhu
Social and Spiritual Leader | Member, Governing Body Commission, ISKCON | Director, Govardhan Ecovillage
Sree Sreenath
Founder President of Vivekananda Yoga University, professor, nonprofit leader, including past president of Sewa International.
Facilitator
Rakhi Israni
An attorney, president of Excel Test Prep and Director of Public Relations for Sewa International USA