International Basava Center (IBC), is a registered nonprofit organization established to promote the teachings of Basavanna and his contemporary Sharanas. Basavanna (aka Basava), was a social reformer from 12th century India, his teachings are universal and plural. Basavanna spearheaded a comprehensive revolution that encompassed all aspects of life. Basavanna fought against the gender, caste, racial, and social status-based discrimination bringing parity to all for enjoying the divine bliss. His message of brotherhood and reforms are the need of the hour and are guiding principles for the betterment of the world.
MISSION
"To promote the teachings of Basavanna and Sharana principles that help transcend to a new way of life wherein the divine experience being the center of it regardless of gender, belief, tradition, religion, caste or social status."
Guiding Principles
Community
* Spreading the concept "Service is above Self"
* Encourage Community Service
* Active involvement in various community activities
* Spreading the concept "Service is above Self"
* Encourage Community Service
* Active involvement in various community activities
Knowledge
* Knowledge sharing is the ultimate form of learning,
* Provide a platform for mutual exchange of information
* Involve, Nourish and Encourage Children and Youth
* Knowledge sharing is the ultimate form of learning,
* Provide a platform for mutual exchange of information
* Involve, Nourish and Encourage Children and Youth
Dasoha (Charity)
* Feed the needy
Equality
* Bring equality amongst religion, race, gender, belief, social status, or national origin.
Kayaka (Work)
* Work is worship is what Basava strongly believed and practiced.
IBC welcomes you to join with your family, relatives and friends in celebrating 800 years history and heritage of Basavanna and other Sharanas.