GYF begins with Pujya Gurudevshri's vision and becomes real through festivals, the 5S Philosophy and year-round youth communities around the world.
Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji
Fondly known as the leader of the youth,
Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji is an Enlightened Master, spiritual visionary, modern-day mystic, and humanitarian leader.
Through the 5S programme of Satsang, Sadhana, Seva, Sanskruti, and Sports, He equips the youth with a holistic framework for inner growth, outer excellence, and a higher purpose in life.
GYF is a festival and a year-round community.
Global Youth Festival is where young people gather to experience Pujya Gurudevshri's vision through wisdom, wellbeing, service, culture and sport.
Flagship GYFs create moments of concentration and scale. Beyond GYF carries that energy into youth groups and activities throughout the year.
5S Philosophy
Crafted by Pujya Gurudevshri, the 5S Programme is a holistic plan designed for all-round development of youth. An opportunity to enter an empowering environment, break your inner walls, and tap into your true potential.
Explore the 5S PhilosophyOur Timeline
GYF began in Dharampur in 2019, became a 24-hour virtual gathering in 2021, returned to Dharampur with distinct themes and then travelled into Pune, London, Mumbai, Kolkata and more.
Every GYF edition has its own theme, programme and people.
An initiative of Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur
GYF is part of a wider spiritual and humanitarian movement, connected through service and a worldwide community of youth centres.
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