A series of annual seminars for university students offered by the Institute for Studies in Global Prosperity (ISGP) will be held for the first time in our region, July 20-30, 2022 at Austin College in Sherman, Texas. This special offering is intended specifically for the youth of our region and provides a unique opportunity for participants to study alongside friends who live and serve in a similar context. It is hoped that every Baha’i youth who is entering or currently enrolled in their undergraduate studies will take this opportunity. We look to families and Local Spiritual Assemblies to support youth in overcoming obstacles that may prevent their participation, including support, where needed, with the $440 seminar fee and/or travel costs associated with attending. The Council will also assist as needed. The coordinating team stands ready to support conversations with youth and families, and can be reached at isgp.sc@gmail.com.

The purpose of these intensive seminars is to raise the consciousness of youth about the importance of engaging in action and discourse directed towards social change; to develop their capacity to reflect, to analyze, and to learn from action; to explore elements of a conceptual framework for contributing to the advancement of civilization; to provide them with tools to understand and analyze the culture in which they are immersed as well as the content of the university courses they are studying; to help them assume ownership of their education; and to assist them in their efforts to acquire the kind of knowledge that will enable them to live productive and meaningful lives.

Your Local Spiritual Assemblies or registered group can also assist you. The deadline for applying for the seminar is June 3, 2022.

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