12/22/2020
In addition to working on ourselves for our own healing, in Yoga and Ayurveda, we need to look outward and support social justice. If you enjoy your gold milk, your curry spices or any other aspect of Ayurveda, honor the country of origin and the people growing your spices. I’m a little late to share this news, and just in case anyone missed it, please check out the article. Here’s a short excerpt:
“On Dec 9, 2020, Indian farmers (turmeric) rejected the government's proposed amendments, according to an Indian farmers union.
Darshan Pal, President of the Krantikari Kisan Union, a farmer's union said protests will intensify...
Organizations like Khalsa Aid, an international humanitarian relief group, has a team on the ground working with protest organizers.
Sahaita, a volunteer-based humanitarian non-profit, is collecting monetary donations to help families affected.
And cultural clothing brands, like Reignfull and ZHK Designs, are donating profits from their merchandise and art to organizations focused on rendering aid.”
The farmers of India have reached a stalemate with the government over proposed amendments to laws the farmers feel will ravage their livelihoods and create an opportunity for large, private companies to enter and exploit the entire agriculture sector.
