Activities of the Arya Samaj in Guyana
In general, the activities of the Arya Samaj in Guyana focus on the following areas:
  • Educational Activities: Conferences, Youth Camps (Shikshan Shivirs), Seminars, Annual Award to Best Graduating Student in Pharmacy at University of Guyana, Book Awards to Good Performances at SSEE/CXC/GCE Examinations.
  • Religious Education: Yajnas, Pandit’s Training, Television and Radio Programmes, Observation of Sanskaaras (Deaths, Weddings etc), Printing and Distribution of Tracts, Booklets and Newsletters.
  • Recreational Activities: Athletic Meets, Day of Sports, Field Trips.
  • Cultural Activities: Fund-Raising Shows, Bhajan Singing, Teaching of Hindi Language, Celebration of Hindu Festivals.
  • Social Welfare: Feeding Programmes, Orphan Care, Outreach to the Elderly, the Poor and the Sick, Free Medical Clinics for the Poor, Mobilisation of Resources in times of Natural Disasters.
  • Human Rights: Promoting and Protecting Rights of Women and Children.
  • Preservation of Hindu Culture and Beliefs (in accordance with the teachings of the Vedas).
  • HIV/AIDS Awareness and Education Campaign (targeting the Hindu Community).

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