Conversation | Dance | Meditation | Candle Lighting
with special performance by The Bhavan
Major Munish Chauhan MBBS, MRCS, DMCC, PGDip, RAMS
Major Munish Chauhan, the only Indian-born surgeon in the British Army, is an award-winning leader and researcher whose journey from humble beginnings to military service embodies resilience, remembrance, and inspiration.
Major Chauhan arrived in the UK at 17, sleeping rough in his early days before beginning a journey of service and leadership. He has served in both clinical and leadership roles within Defence, enhancing operational readiness and mentoring future officers. Committed to remembrance, he completed a 1000km solo Remembrance Walk and led a team in a 3.5 million-step tribute. He is currently leading a historic British Army visit to India to strengthen ties with the Indian community and Armed Forces, promoting heritage, cooperation, and shared values across cultures.
Ami is a brand and marketing expert with over 20 years of experience in the wellness industry. Alongside her professional journey, she has been a dedicated meditator for more than two decades, guiding spiritual programs that help people slow down, reconnect with themselves, and live with greater clarity and purpose.
Sister Jaymini has been a student, teacher, and an experienced meditator with the Brahma Kumaris for over 40 years. She is a gifted and inspiring speaker and is at ease in any company, whether high-flying executives or small children. This is a result of her genuine care for the well-being of others. Since 1992 she has been the Director of Brahma Kumaris Publications in London. Being a communications and marketing leader, she has been able to enhance the BK profile of the BKs in the UK and broaden its scope to a wider international community. Jaymini is also the Area Coordinator for BK activities in the Midlands and has inspired many to realise and express their potential through this role.
"I never give up hope in myself, God, or others. We all have a unique role to play in life! The secret is realizing it and then we can fully fulfill our potential and become truly happy and content".
Phillipa Blackham is an award-winning radio documentary maker and pesenter. Having worked for BBC Radio for many years, she is now working for a national project '100 Women of Spirit' which explores and celebrates the role of women and spirituality. Phillipa has practised Raja Yoga meditation with the Brahma Kumaris since 1982.