Author and Teacher Alison Plaut and Business Consultant John Lass will present the Himalayan Devis Project, a pioneering model of women’s empowerment in the serene, traditional highlands of Uttarakhand, North India. Rooted in Maharishi’s Vedic Science, this project helps women unlock their full potential — mentally, physically, and economically:

  • Inner Growth: The women learn Transcendental Meditation and its advanced programs to reduce stress and enhance creativity.
  • Health and Wellness: They receive prevention-oriented wellness training to improve health and prevent illness.
  • Sustainable Economic Development: They are taught valuable skills in organic farming, food processing, and business to elevate their standard of living.
    Alison and her colleagues have improved the lives of over 40,000 women by establishing community centres across numerous Himalayan villages. These vibrant hubs offer education, collective meditation, skills training, and business experience. They empower these remote, rural women to become self-reliant and prosperous: https://www.himalayan-devis.com/

Alison Plaut spent 26 years studying Consciousness-Based Education, including seven years under the direct guidance of Maharishi, who gave her the title of Raj Rajeshwari. Ali holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Maharishi Vedic Science, an MBA, and a doctorate in Supreme Political Science. Since 2007, she has worked full-time for the TM organization, creating large groups and developing courses, especially for women. Her book, Be More, shares personal stories interwoven with Vedic knowledge learned from Maharishi: https://www.amazon.ca/Be-More-Alison-Plaut/dp/1637773595

John Lass holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. He is the founder and president of Lass Advisory Services and has counselled hundreds of executives on how to build and organize successful companies https://www.lassadvisoryservices.com/

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