Mission

Uplifting individuals, communities, the world

The Art of Living Foundation is dedicated to serving society by strengthening the individual. We do this by offering programs that eliminate stress, create a sense of belonging, restore human values, and encourage people from all backgrounds, religions and cultural traditions to come together in celebration and service. 

As a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), The Art of Living Foundation works in special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations, participating in a variety of committees and activities relating to health and conflict resolution.  We also implement educational programs and, in partnership with the International Association for Human Values (IAHV), various humanitarian service projects that:

Uplift the Individual

Friendliness, compassion, love and caring - these human values are part of us, yet most of the time they are covered by veils of stress. A disease-free body and a stress-free mind are the birthrights of every human being, yet we have never been taught how to handle our negative emotions. The Art of Living Foundation offers simple and effective techniques that eliminate stress and increase joy and enthusiasm.

Make a Difference in the Community

Service is an expression of joy, an expression of love; through service to humanity we can break all boundaries. When we ask how we can be useful to the people around us and to the whole world, our hearts blossom and a new dimension opens within us. Volunteer projects are integral to the Art of Living. The Foundation emphasizes social responsibility and inspires individuals to give back to their communities.

Foster Global Change

Today there is a great need for us to move from limited identifications of nationality, race, religion and culture to a broader understanding of the unity of human life, which can help to bring about a more peaceful world. His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar addresses various forums around the world, fostering human values and spreading a message of unity among all traditions. 

Professional Affiliations

The Art of Living Foundation is an international Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) in special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations participating in a variety of committees and activities relating to health, education, sustainable development and conflict resolution. 

The Foundation has accredited representatives at the United Nations in New York, Geneva and Vienna and also works in formal consultation with the World Health Organization (WHO): "Development of a Global Health Policy for the 21st Century"

Memberships

• CONGO (Conference of NGO's in Consultative Status with ECOSOC of the United Nations), Geneva and New York

• U.N. Mental Health Committee and U.N. Committee on Aging, New York

• International Union for Health Promotion and Education, Paris

• NGO Forum for Health, Geneva

• National Association of Women's Organizations, Uganda