Yoga For Peace

This year on Saturday, September 20th 2008 or Sunday, September 21st 2008, people from around the World will join together to create peace in the world by performing 108 Sun Salutation in unison. According to the website, the world-wide event is a project of New York Citiworks, Inc.

The idea behind this event is simple and very clear,.... Peace begins within, and its goal is to unite the yoga Community to create peace in the world.

Prominent figures in the yoga communities around the world will lead the kirtan, chanting, that signals the commencement and closure of the celebration.

According to the event website, proceeds from Yoga for Peace will benefit an organization dedicated to spreading peace and demonstrating compassion.

"No longer do we have to wait for the world's leaders to create peace in the world, for in our heart's we know that a true and lasting peace cannot be voted in place. No, peace begins within! So we ask all people who value Yoga to take a stand and attend a Global Mala Yoga for Peace event near you, and if one doesn't exist create one for your area."

More information about registering for the event or starting an event near you, click here.