Art of Living: Overview & Mission
Operating in 154 countries, The Art of Living Foundation (AOLF) is a non-profit, educational and humanitarian organization founded in 1981 by the world-renowned humanitarian and spiritual teacher Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. All of AOLF’s programs are guided by Gurudev’s philosophy: “Unless we have a stress-free mind and a violence-free society, we cannot achieve world peace.”
The AOLF community is diverse and attracts people from all walks of life backgrounds and religious orientations.
Local Courses & Events
In the Press
“deep breathing and a good yoga stretch could help you and your business”
“rejuvenating participants physically, mentally and emotionally” - Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
“not only aims to remove day-to-day stresses, but also target negative emotions you may not know are still affecting you”
“Art of Living may be the fastest growing spiritual practice on the planet”
“breathing exercise dramatically decreased PTSD in veterans”
“many people reported better sleep, improved self-awareness, and even fewer PMS symptoms”
Over 70 independent studies show Sudarshan Kriya and other breathing techniques taught on the Art of Living Happiness Program
Service Initiatives
Creating Harmony in Diversity and a culture of Peace
We have seen rebel groups put down weapons and take up the path of non-violence, worked for peace in the heart of war-torn zones; and inspired millions of global citizens to share our vision for humanity and create a one world family.
GLOBAL HIGHLIGHTS
