North India

Part of the 2015 India Tour, our workshops in North India brought creative expression to orphanages, schools, and monasteries across diverse communities.

Varanasi – Bal Ashram Orphanage

Amit, 14, of Bal Ashram Orphanage Varanasi holding his heart painting named Goodness at the Hearts of the World workshop

In the ancient spiritual city of Varanasi, we worked with children at Bal Ashram Orphanage. Hearts of the World aspires to raise heart-centered citizens by working with abandoned children, helping them express their dreams and find hope through creative expression.

Sirsa, Haryana – Sagar Mani High School

Sirsa workshop at Sagar Mani High School

At Sagar Mani High School in Sirsa, we conducted one of our largest workshops with over 400 students. The children participated in heart-centered meditation workshops, reflecting on their inner guidance and personal aspirations.

“My parents want me to become a doctor, but I want to be a teacher. I say, a teacher can bring our country many more doctors…”

Himachal Pradesh – Tibetan Monks’ School

In the foothills of the Himalayas, we spent two weeks (May 27 – June 10) working with young Tibetan monks at their school. The workshops combined art with meditation, allowing the monks to express their spiritual journey through painting.