Theme & IDEALS
Ekikaran is inspired by the six Round Square IDEALS. Here each one is a thread, dyed with a traditional Indian natural dye. Service is the theme of the conference. Session times are IST.
“An aristocracy of service”
True leadership shows in a willingness to serve others with humility and compassion. Service is the theme of Ekikaran, and it sits at the centre of every day.
I · Neel, indigo
Internationalism
Delegates from different schools share their cultures at the Cultural Evening, the Talent Show and the Delegates’ Dance.
D · Jamun, plum-brown
Democracy
The Baraza is open dialogue. Every voice in the circle is heard.
E · Mehendi, henna green
Environmentalism
Tree plantation on Wednesday morning, before the trek.
In the programme
- Wed 9 · 8:50 am Tree plantation and address · Shahanshahi Sarvhitkari Inter College
A · Kesudo, palash flame
Adventure
A guided trek from Shahanshahi Ashram to Shikhar Falls, via Makreti Gaon, on Wednesday 9 December, with a packed lunch.
In the programme
- Wed 9 · 10:00 am Guided trek · Shahanshahi Ashram to Shikhar Falls (via Makreti Gaon)
L · Manjistha, madder red
Leadership
An interactive leadership workshop on Monday afternoon. The conference itself is run by students.
In the programme
S · Haldi, turmeric
Service
The conference theme. On Tuesday morning delegates join community service projects, then reflect on them in their Baraza.
In the programme
- Tue 8 · 9:15 am Community Service Projects · Group 1: Nari Shilp school · Group 2: Nalapani
- Tue 8 · 2:30 pm Reflection and Baraza discussions · Main Building, ground floor