Dr. A.T. Ariyaratne, president and founder of Sarvodaya, listed four things when asked what are the key challenges for the future of Sri Lanka.
Though he named points in particular to his country, his ideals are applicable worldwide.
First was the protection of the environment from greedy development, because it is a source not only of food but also a way of life.
Environmental issues are also causing multiple sweeping health issues across the nation posing problems unknown and under-researched to tackle immediately.
Next was the cry to end interactions and dealings between groups with violence. He said Sri Lanka has had enough conflict and it is past time to use alternative ways to solve the divide. For this to happen, he added, leadership is key.
Third was to analyze and change the unjust economic systems. He said as long as developing countries are exploited, it will be easy to spread anti-capitalist sentiment. A key to this is to be aware of our economic situation and all that entails.
Last was the issue of human rights and having the courage to expose those who violate them. Dr. A.T. Ariyaratne said it is disheartening to think the logical fix for this, which is to unite and use all religious efforts no matter the diversity to counter it, even leads to conflicts.
He dreams of total spiritual trust between religions so there can be a unification, an erosion of differences to attack social issues.
I could expand, but I believe the simplicity of this outline is enough to present the complexities that make this in incredibly daunting list of issues to try to heal.
I will add though, if the founder of a well-experienced grassroots organization in what is considered a tiny country knows issues within his own realm that are synonymous with the priorities of the globe, that is the answer as to which sector is the most refined and knowledgeable and should be relied on for future sources and advice.
Though he named points in particular to his country, his ideals are applicable worldwide.
First was the protection of the environment from greedy development, because it is a source not only of food but also a way of life.
Environmental issues are also causing multiple sweeping health issues across the nation posing problems unknown and under-researched to tackle immediately.
Next was the cry to end interactions and dealings between groups with violence. He said Sri Lanka has had enough conflict and it is past time to use alternative ways to solve the divide. For this to happen, he added, leadership is key.
Third was to analyze and change the unjust economic systems. He said as long as developing countries are exploited, it will be easy to spread anti-capitalist sentiment. A key to this is to be aware of our economic situation and all that entails.
Last was the issue of human rights and having the courage to expose those who violate them. Dr. A.T. Ariyaratne said it is disheartening to think the logical fix for this, which is to unite and use all religious efforts no matter the diversity to counter it, even leads to conflicts.
He dreams of total spiritual trust between religions so there can be a unification, an erosion of differences to attack social issues.
I could expand, but I believe the simplicity of this outline is enough to present the complexities that make this in incredibly daunting list of issues to try to heal.
I will add though, if the founder of a well-experienced grassroots organization in what is considered a tiny country knows issues within his own realm that are synonymous with the priorities of the globe, that is the answer as to which sector is the most refined and knowledgeable and should be relied on for future sources and advice.
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