Declaration

Shiva Forum Europe

Under the spiritual guidance of Swami Bhairavananda Saraswati, the Shiva Forum Europe pledges to unite, serve, and lead with devotion and integrity. We hereby declare our solemn commitment to the following principles:

🏛️ Civic Responsibility & Respect

• Legal Compliance: We pledge to strictly abide by the laws and regulations of the European Union and the respective national governments where Shiva Forum Europe offices and temples operate.

• Respect for Leadership: We offer our highest respect to local and international leaders, including Presidents, Royal Families, Ministers, and political representatives.

🤝 Human Rights, Inclusivity & Empowerment

• Universal Equality: We stand firmly against all forms of racism, discrimination, and LGBTQIA+ phobia.

• Women's Awakening: Through the Shiva Europe Women Awakening Program, we actively combat gender discrimination and advocate for equal opportunities for women.

• Youth Awakening: Through the Shiva Europe Youth Awakening Program, we equip the next generation with confidence, leadership skills, and spiritual grounding.

• Refugee Integration: We actively assist women and youth refugees in embracing European values, integrating into their local communities, and building successful, fulfilling lives.

🕊️ Peace, Diplomacy & Global Harmony

• World Peace: We promote peace through mutual understanding, interfaith dialogue, and active collaboration with peacebuilding organizations.

• Institutional Engagement: We participate constructively in initiatives organized by local governments, the European Union, and the United Nations.

• Cultural Unity: We host open cultural programs designed to foster fellowship among believers and non-believers alike.

🛕 Support for European Shiva Temples

• Advocacy & Representation: We serve as a unified voice for member Shiva temples across Europe in dialogue with European policymakers, ensuring our community is represented with dignity.

• Shared European Values: We support member temples in operating transparently and aligning with core European values and legal frameworks.

🕉️ Universal Hindu Philosophy & Shiva Consciousness

• Leadership by Example: We share Shiva consciousness not through proselytization, but by living as examples of compassion, wisdom, and selfless service.

• Rejection of Caste & Birthright: We stand firmly against the caste system and the notion of Hindu birthright. We uphold Freedom of Religion and actively support religious minorities.

• A Global Heritage: We affirm that Hinduism (Sanatana Dharma) does not belong to any single nation, but is a universal philosophy belonging to all humanity, open to anyone who seeks its wisdom.

• Cultural Heritage: We honor and promote the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of nations where Sanatana Dharma thrives, including Nepal, Mauritius, India, and beyond.

 

AUM SHANTI  -   AUM SHANTI  -  AUM SHANTI