Jain Sangha of Europe

Jain Sangha of Europe is a UK-based nonprofit organisation, registered as a charity with the number 1072784. Founded by the late Dr. Natubhai Shah, the organisation is dedicated to promoting Jain culture, its values, and studies.

Mission and Objectives

The mission of Jain Sangha of Europe is to advance Jain culture, its values, and studies. Key objectives include:

• Facilities for Worship and Study: Providing facilities for worship and study for all major Jain traditions.
• Promotion of Jain Values: Promoting the values, teachings, and practices of Jainism to both Jain and wider communities.
• Community Services: Offering community services aimed at enhancing societal cohesion.
• Social Causes: Working to alleviate poverty, promote animal welfare, and raise environmental awareness.
• Representation and Interfaith Dialogue: Representing Jain interests to governments, media, and other influential institutions, while fostering community cohesion and interfaith understanding and cooperation.

Activities and Scope

The charity operates in the UK, with its registered office located in London. Additionally, it is involved in activities in India. The organisation's activities encompass a broad range of general charitable purposes, including education/training, the advancement of health or saving lives, support for individuals with disabilities, and the prevention or relief of poverty[3][4].

Governance and Structure

Jain Sangha of Europe functions as a separate charity with its own trustee board. However, much of its administration and activities are now carried out in conjunction with the Jain Network[5]. This collaboration allows for efficient management and coordination of its programs.

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regId=1072784&subId=0 [2] https://ngoexplorer.org/charity/1072784 [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-search/-/charity-details/3954991/what-who-how-where [4] https://www.totalgiving.co.uk/charity/jain-sangha-of-europe [5] https://jainnetwork.com/our-organisations/jain-sangh-of-europe/