Youth Event

Manchester Arena, Manchester
Stand Up and Be the Change: Make this the Century of Dialogue A landmark event, especially for young people, to affirm the Dalai Lama's message that, in order to build a peaceful world, there is an urgent need to foster a culture of non-violence and dialogue. The Dalai Lama will give a short address and will then engage in a Question and Answer session with young people in the audience. The afternoon will also include video messages on non-violence from other Nobel Peace Prize Laureates and a supporting programme of music. Further information about the programme for the afternoon will be added as soon details are confirmed.		Saturday 16th June 13:30 - 16:00 (tbc) (Doors open 12:00)

Tickets

Manchester Arena, Manchester
Stand Up and Be the Change		TBC
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Ticket hotline (24 hour) Online bookings In person		0844 847 8000 www.mcr-arena.com Box Office, Manchester Arena, Victoria Station, Manchester M3 1AR (Mon-Sat 10am - 6pm)
If anyone in your party has any specific access requirements, please see the accessibility page or contact the venue using the information to the right.		0161 950 5229 (Mon–Sat 10am-6pm) click here to email
For people with a disability who cannot attend the event unless they are accompanied, a free ticket is available for a companion to accompany them. Please request this at the time of booking your seat.
BSL Interpretation (Sat & Sun afternoons only) and seating accessible to the hearing loop		0161 950 5229 (Mon–Sat 10am-6pm) click here to email

Translation

His Holiness will use both English and Tibetan in his talks. Translation from Tibetan to English will be given by his interpreter on stage.

BSL Interpretation

BSL interpretation will be available for the public events on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. To book your designated seat please email [email protected] or telephone: 0161 950 5229 (Mon–Sat 10am-6pm)

Live Music

In addition to the teachings given by HH the Dalai Lama, there will also be live music so keep checking back here for more information. Alternatively, sign up on the Home page and you will be sent an email when the line-up is released.

Vision Statement:
Stand Up and Be the Change

Make this century one hundred years of peace

On June 16th, 2012 His Holiness the Dalai Lama will address an audience of young people in Manchester on the urgent need to foster a culture of peace and dialogue in the 21st century.

STAND UP & BE THE CHANGE will introduce principles of non-violence, compassion and the resolution of disputes through dialogue to a young audience. This century will be shaped by those who are students today. This generation can become decisive catalysts for change, helping to usher in a century of dialogue that leads to peace.

STAND UP & BE THE CHANGE will call on young people to assume a universal responsibility by acquiring the skills, knowledge and values that will enable them to make positive contributions to the times in which they live. Engaging in a mindful process that begins with the individual, a culture of peace extends to the local community, ultimately broadening its reach to become a global reality encompassing the lives of millions.

STAND UP & BE THE CHANGE affirms that we have the potential to choose non-violent solutions. All human beings want freedom, dignity and happiness, and have the right to live in a just society.

Humanity is not inescapably disposed to war, conflict and aggression. We can do things differently.

Nothing is inevitable. Everything is possible.

Imagine a culture of peace and then… STAND UP & BE THE CHANGE.

Thubten Samdup
Representative of His Holiness the Dalai Lama