The document discusses the relationship between inner peace and social movements. It argues that leaders and participants of social movements must cultivate inner peace through mindfulness, self-confidence, and finding meaning so they can create an atmosphere of peace and civility. The document provides examples of social movement leaders like Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., and Bayard Rustin who drew upon inner strength and peace to lead successful nonviolent campaigns. It also suggests that participating in social movements can help develop awareness, self-esteem, and a sense of purpose, thereby promoting inner peace.

1. INNER PEACE AND
SOCIAL MOVEMENTS
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2. “You must be the change you
wish to see in the world.”
- Gandhi
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3. BE THE CHANGE
MODEL
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4. How To Create Long Lasting Change
Inner Peace
Social Movements
= Individual and Societal Transformation
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5. WHAT IS INNER PEACE?
Mindfulness?
Inner Strength?
Serenity?
Tranquility?
Calmness?
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6. Thoughts on Peace
“Do not blindly believe what others say. See for
yourself what brings contentment, clarity and
peace. That is the path for you to follow.”
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7. WHAT’S THE BUZZ..
ABOUT INNER PEACE?
Let’s Find Out!
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8. STEPS TO INNER PEACE
Awareness...
Self Confidence...
Meaning...
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9. AWARENESS
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10. SELF CONFIDENCE
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11. Meaning
Link Up Here
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12. Different Methods
Meditation
“When we speak of meditation, it is
important for you to know that this is not
some weird cryptic activity, as our popular
culture might have it. It does not involve
becoming some kind of zombie, vegetable,
self-absorbed narcissist, navel gazer,
“space cadet,” cultist, devotee, mystic, or
Eastern philosopher. Meditation is simply
about being yourself and knowing
something about who that is.”
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13. Different Methods
Prayer
Being in Nature
Walking
CAUTION: Must
indulge your thoughts
not avoid them
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14. Activity
Find a quiet place
Take your time
Avoid distractions
Dig deep into your
thoughts
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15. What about
social
movements?
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16. SOCIAL MOVEMENTS
Unity Compassion Equality
Leaders and participants must cultivate an
atmosphere of peace and civility which is only possible
when they have peace within themselves.
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17. As Lenses
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18. Dr. Martin
Luther King,
Jr.
1960’s Civil Rights
Movement
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19. Bayard
Rustin
Advisor to Martin Luther
King, Jr.
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20. Gandhi
Leader of Satyagraha
Movement
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21. Aung San
Suu Kyi
Political Prisoner
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22. Inner Peace Through
Social Movements
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23. You Got to Move
Video
Leadership
Empowerment
Voice
Accomplishment
Solidarity
Inner Peace: Awareness, Self
Esteem, Meaning
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24. Youth United For Change
Youth Led
Address Local Issues
“It helped me see my
potential, that I was worth
something.” - Brandon,
YUC Member
“I was never outspoken.
Now, I stand up for my
beliefs.” - Derrick, YUC
Member
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25. Movements on Campus
“I want to thank those who are posting the ‘timely
warning’letters across campus. This is a great
response and good nonviolent social change
practice... The question is now what?
It could be a time to invite some folks to speak out
or speak up.” - Dean Johnson
• How do you think being a part of this movement
affects people here on campus?
• How has it affected you if you’ve been involved? If
you haven’t been involved?
• How does being part of a movement connect to your
idea of inner peace?
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26. What Changes Will You Make?
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