From May to October 2024, Didi Ananda Siddheshvarii led yoga classes, spiritual retreats, and community service efforts in Monterrey, Mexico, and surrounding areas.
A key highlight during this period was the Monterrey Regional Retreat in mid-September, organized by Acarya Cirananda Avt. This retreat brought together local margiis, as well as participants from Morelia, with the guidance of five Acaryas, including Ac. Ragatmananda Avt., Ac. Ishvarakrshnananda Avt., and Ac. Siddheshvarananda Avt.
Ac. Shiilabhadrananda Avadhuta, Sectorial Society Building Secretary and Regional Secretary for Vancouver, conducted introductory classes and seminars in Denver, Whitehorse, Edmonton, and Vancouver between May and October 2024. He also produces content for Ananda Marga’s Instagram and YouTube channels, including 19 videos for a new e-course for margiis.
From August 2-4, 2024, Ananda Marga Canada held a summer seminar at SAJO, near Ananda Kanak MU, with participants from Montreal, Ottawa, and Toronto. The event featured spiritual learning, Katha Kiirtana, Dharma Cakras, and peaceful activities like nature walks and kayaking, creating a deeply devotional atmosphere.
From October 4-6, a Women’s Retreat at Ananda Dhiira brought together 15 women for a weekend of yoga, meditation, and empowering workshops. Sessions on confidence, self-defense, resilience, and fermentation fostered personal growth and unity. The retreat created a supportive, judgment-free space, leaving participants feeling uplifted and inspired.
The summer meditation retreat at Ananda Kanak Master Unit, held from August 9 to 11, brought together 14 participants for an enriching experience of kiirtan, meditation, and interactive discussions on Prama and Neohumanism. The retreat was organized by Dada Dayashiilananda and Brother Nirmal and combined spiritual depth with meaningful community bonding. Didi Ananda Kalyanmitra was invited from United States and gave classes, sang Kiirtana and took care of the sisters and gave initiations and lesson reviews.
Nestled in Denver, Colorado, the historic Women’s Welfare Department (WWD) building, dating back to 1891, serves as a sanctuary for economically disadvantaged women. Last summer, Avtk. Ananda Aparajiita Ac. and Avtk. Ananda Kalyanmitra Ac. renovated a long-unused space within the building, transforming it into a cozy, welcoming home for a single mother and her child. The project included extensive repairs, flooring upgrades, and privacy enhancements, providing a safe, supportive environment for those in need.
Ananda Dhiira Master Unit, led by Didi Ananda Acirá, flourished this season with a bountiful garden harvest, volunteer-driven karma yoga, and deep community engagement. Nearly 50 vegetable varieties were grown, and volunteers contributed joyfully. The unit also partnered with local initiatives, reflecting its commitment to service, sustainability, and spiritual upliftment.
Ananda Dhiira recently participated in the Psychic Healing Art Fair held in Grass Valley and Sacramento, California, creating a valuable opportunity to connect with the local community and network with like-minded organizations. The event was not only a platform for outreach but also allowed Ananda Dhiira to introduce their philosophy and practices to a broader audience.