Vivekananda Human Centre

Overview

The Vivekananda Human Centre is a registered charity in the United Kingdom, founded on September 11, 1994, with the aim of promoting the philosophical ideals of Ramakrishna-Vivekananda. The charity is focused on fostering human excellence, unity in diversity, universal tolerance, harmony, and peace.

Mission

The centre's mission is rooted in the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, who emphasized serving humanity as a form of divine worship. Inspired by this philosophy, the organisation seeks to be a force for good by promoting activities that enhance understanding between diverse groups and alleviate poverty both within the UK and abroad. The charity achieves this by providing grants, items, and services to individuals in need and supporting other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.

Activities and Events

The Vivekananda Human Centre organises various events throughout the year to promote intercultural understanding and harmony. Key events include:

• Birthday Celebration of Swami Vivekananda- Youth Convention
• Birthday Celebration of Sri Ramakrishna-Festival of Unity in Diversity
• Vivekananda Festival-Festival of Human Excellence
• Birthday Celebration of Holy Mother- Women’s Convention
• Parliament of Religions- Festival of Universal Tolerance, Harmony & Peace
• Diwali- Festival of Light

These events reflect the centre's commitment to celebrating diversity and promoting unity among people from all backgrounds.

Impact

In addition to its cultural and social events, the organisation operates as a Vivekananda Food Bank, furthering its mission to support vulnerable populations by providing essential supplies. The centre's work is guided by notable figures within the Ramakrishna Vedanta tradition, ensuring it remains true to its founding philosophies.

Founding and Support

The centre was founded by Ram Chandra Saha, who received blessings and support from prominent spiritual leaders, including Swami Aksharananda, Swami Prameyananda, Swami Prabhananda, and Swami Dayatmananda. The centre's advisory and patron roles are held by distinguished figures in the spiritual community, reinforcing its connection to the broader Ramakrishna-Vivekananda movement.

Registration Details

The charity is formally registered with the UK Charity Commission under the registration number 1170716.

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