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About the Vegan Studies Initiative

The Vegan Studies Initiative at Arihanta Institute is a groundbreaking online program focused on promoting and enacting veganism as an expression of multispecies nonviolence. The initiative is multipronged, interweaving: (1) Graduate-level academic training; (2) Live and Self-paced online learning courses; (3) Public conferences and guest speaker events; (4) Global partnerships with aligned organizations. Our mission is to educate, empower, and connect everyone—Jain and non-Jain—passionate about reimagining and co-creating a world in which our values and actions converge. Please join us in pursuing a future dedicated to compassion and consideration for all!

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Arihanta Event Partner Event
"Reimagining Gender in Jain Traditions"
April 6-08, 2025
2nd Annual Conference in Jain Studies organized by the California State University, Long Beach, and Claremont School of Theology.
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Arihanta Event Community
Ahiṃsā Living Circle
April 12, 2025
A virtual community for those curious about veganism, Jainism, the Dharma traditions, and living compassionately.
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Arihanta Event Speaker Series
DEJS: Jainism and Animals
April 14, 2025
Dialogues in European Jain Studies on Jainism and Animals with Tine Vekemans, Jonathan Dickstein, and Joey Tuminello. Join us!
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