Spiritual Leader, Ravi Shankar awarded with "The Emissary Of Peace" Award

Thousands of people attended the event!

Indian spiritual leader and global humanitarian Sri Sri Ravi Shankar was honoured with the prestigious “The Emissary of Peace” award by the National Civil Rights Museum in the US city of Memphis.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, age 66, addressed by followers with honorifics such as Sri Sri and Gurudev, is the founder of the Art of Living, a volunteer-based, non-governmental organisation that offers several stress-elimination and self-development programmes based on breathing practices, meditation and yoga.

On Monday, He arrived in Memphis as part of his “I Stand for Peace” tour.

On Wednesday, “On behalf of the National Civil Rights Museum, it is our greatest pleasure and privilege to present to Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar 'The Emissary of Peace' award,” said Shaila Karkera, Director of the Board, the National Civil Rights Museum.

She was joined by Herb Hilliard, Chairman of the board of NCRM in presentation of the award.

“As a peace ambassador, the founder of SKY programs and Healing breaths, you have touched millions of people in 180 countries…and for your conflict resolution initiatives we are honoured to present to you this special award,” Shaila Karkera said.

The Indian spiritual leader was presented the award during his global “I Stand for Peace” campaign which arrived in the Mid-South early this week, according to a press release (PR) issued by Arts of Living.

“I Stand For Peace” event in Memphis was attended by thousands of people who affirmed their commitment to inner and outer peace.