UNESCO established World Philosophy Day to foster independent thought and dialogue through enlightened philosophical reflection. With its report Philosophy: A School of Freedom, released in October 2007, UNESCO confirms that "by training free, reflective minds capable of resisting various forms of propaganda, fanaticism, exclusion and intolerance, philosophical education contributes to peace and prepares everyone to shoulder responsibilities in face of the great challenges of the contemporary world."

 

To mark the third UNESCO World Philosophy Day, New Acropolis Ottawa, a local branch of the International Organization New Acropolis, will be organizing an exhibit, talk and video presentation on philosophy as a person-centered training accessible to anyone looking to better understand themselves and the world in which we live.

As the Dalai Lama indicated during his recent talk in Ottawa, we can establish peace in our own lives and with those around us through the process of inner disarmament. New Acropolis' person-centered practice of philosophy consists of progressively disarming our inner conflicts, transforming them into harmonized strengths so that we can express ourselves with more authenticity and lead a better life.

 

Our event will be held at the Crichton Cultural Community Centre on Saturday, December 1, 2007, from 6 to 9 p.m.
The centre is located at 200 Crichton (entrance around the back at 13 Avon Lane. Parking available on the street).
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For more information visit our www.worldphilosophyday.ca website or, to make a reservation, call (613) 265-7904 or email eastottawa@newacropolis.ca.

 

Jennifer Bondy

Public Relations Officer

New Acropolis Ottawa

(613) 265-7904