What would Green Tārā Do? Confronting Systems of Oppression through Women’s Scholarship and Leadership
What would Green Tārā Do? Confronting Systems of Oppression through Women’s Scholarship and Leadership
Loyola Marymount University’s Yoga Studies program will host its 13th annual Yoga Day, themed “What would Green Tārā Do? Confronting Systems of Oppression through Women’s Scholarship and Leadership.” The free event, co-sponsored by Yoga Alliance and made possible by a grant from the Frederick P. Lenz Foundation, runs from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2. This year’s event explores how Dharmic traditions and Buddhist philosophies can contribute to justice and equity in our communities through interactive discussions that take yoga off the mat and into the world. “This event is more than just yoga; it’s about amplifying marginalized voices, fostering dialogue, and exploring how yoga can serve as a vehicle for social change,” said Christopher Key Chapple, Doshi Professor of Indic and Comparative Theology and director of the Master of Arts in Yoga Studies at LMU. “LMU Yoga Day invites people from all walks of life to experience serenity and engage in constructive conversations about the uplift of person and society. Please join us!” The philosophy and practice of yoga have the potential to bolster our mental, emotional, and spiritual resilience as we confront various global challenges such as climate change, pandemics, and conflicts. As we continue […]
