What We Do
We the Gandhian Society (GS) exist to promote the Gandhian Way of Life in the USA. We spread his message of Non-violence, Truth, Self-Discipline & Love, among the people of America.
Our Core Mission
- Spread the message of non-violence, eradicate discrimination and implement Gandhian methodology & philosophy to uplift humanity.
- Support all the Gandhian associations and organizations doing similar work around the world and spread awareness all across the U.S.
The Founder’s Message
I was fortunate to be born in Purstimargiya Vaishnava family in small town of North Gujarat India, where I experienced unconditional love and spirituality. Our family for generations where known as Vaidya (practitioners of Ayurveda) where spontaneous, selfless and motiveless service to humanity was strongly observed. My father was deeply drawn towards teaching Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truth), Seva (selfless service) and Prem (Love to humanity). I have inherited these values and tried to live them in my life.
Bhadra Butala ji (Founder of Gandhi Society in USA) at the prayer meet for Mahatma Gandhi in Indian Consulate on January 30th, 2021.
GANDHIAN LETTER
It is not non-violence if we merely love those that love us. It is non-violence only when we love those that hate us. I know how difficult it is to follow this grand law of love. But are not all great and good things difficult to do?
Mahatma Gandhi
Private Letter, December 31, 1934
Join Us / Support Us
Want to join us in supporting a good cause? We believe in the Gandhian principles of Equality and Social Justice for all and hence we are launching 2 humanitarian projects. Covid19 relief efforts as well as rescue and rehabilitation of Street Children in India. Looking for your support!
Events In India
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Our Founder - Shri Bhadra Butala
Our founder Shri Bhadra Butala is a humble and devoted Gandhian born in Gujarat India. He grew up in ‘New India’ soon after it gained independence; a time when Gandhian Thinking was forefront in the hearts and minds of people in rural India. The spirit of doing something for India and its people was entrenched from very young age in him. During his long association with various organizations in India, Shri Butalaji persistently worked towards promoting the values and teachings of Mahatma Gandhiji.
After coming to USA in early 1980s, he continued to pursue in what he believed to be the ‘Ideal way of life. Shri Butalaji believes that in a world currently engaged in violent wars on so many fronts, the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi could help attain some much needed clarity and peace. The truth is Gandhian philosophy is truly global and our world has lot to learn from it. Gandhiji always maintained there could be no change in the world if we are not ready to change ourselves. Keeping this in mind, Shri Butalaji actively started rural public works, educational scholarships, and leadership & awareness camps based on Gandhiji’s teachings.
Shri Bhadra Butala has always believed in the principals of truthfulness in one’s thought, speech and action, non-violence (ahimsa) and simplicity in living. Shri Butalaji is determined and devoted his life to promote the same by his various charitable and promotional works.
RAMESH V KAPUR - Chairman ( Board Of Director)
Mr.Ramesh Kapur has been member of the Medford, Massachusetts Rotary Club since 1986 and was President during the 2001-2002 term. During his term as President of Rotary club, he raised the highest amount of funds annually in the history of the Medford Rotary Club.
Ramesh Kapur is a founding charter member of The Indus Entrepreneurs (TIE)- Boston. As a charter member of TIE-Boston, he has mentored numerous entrepreneurs and has also been an angel investor in several companies.
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