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17th Biennial Convention
YJA 2026YJA 2026

The Art of the In-Between

July 2–5, 2026 · New Brunswick, NJ

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From Past Conventions
Garba Night
Nighttime
Talent Show
Nighttime
Studying Jainism at a University
Session
Saturday Night Live: Sketch Comedy
Nighttime
Doing Good Better, Jain Edition
Session
The Jain Search Competition
Daytime Programming
A Jain School Day
Session
Jainism and Philosophers' Frameworks
Session
Kindness in Action: Exploring the Power of Compassion
Session
Aparigraha in History
Session
Daily Rituals for a Happier and Healthier You
Session
Staying Grounded: Modern Pathways, Traditional Footprints
Session
Fasting Unveiled: Unlocking Spiritual Depths and Scientific Wonders
Session
Mahatma Gandhi and the 'Three A's' of Jain Dharma
Session
How Changing Demographics Is Changing America
Session
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Session
Service in the Peace Corps
Session
Breaking Barriers
Session
Future of Food
Session
Using Jain Principles to Navigate a World of Gray
Session
Small Acts of Jainism
Session
Harmony of Religious Diversity
Session
Stress Management 101
Session
Jain Diet for Contemporary Times
Session
What's Your Story?
Session
Calling All Superheroes
Seva Activity
Letting Go and Laughing: An Improv Workshop
Daytime Programming
Line Dancing from East to West
Daytime Programming
Rhythms of Rajasthan
Nighttime
Furniture Build
Seva Activity
Journals Packing
Seva Activity
Water Bottles Drive
Seva Activity
Blankets Service Project
Seva Activity
Flower Pots Service Project
Seva Activity
Keynote Speaker
Session
Formal Dinner
Formal
Networking Social
Nighttime
Closing Ceremony
Daytime Programming
Garba Night
Nighttime
Talent Show
Nighttime
Studying Jainism at a University
Session
Saturday Night Live: Sketch Comedy
Nighttime
Doing Good Better, Jain Edition
Session
The Jain Search Competition
Daytime Programming
A Jain School Day
Session
Jainism and Philosophers' Frameworks
Session
Kindness in Action: Exploring the Power of Compassion
Session
Aparigraha in History
Session
Daily Rituals for a Happier and Healthier You
Session
Staying Grounded: Modern Pathways, Traditional Footprints
Session
Fasting Unveiled: Unlocking Spiritual Depths and Scientific Wonders
Session
Mahatma Gandhi and the 'Three A's' of Jain Dharma
Session
How Changing Demographics Is Changing America
Session
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Session
Service in the Peace Corps
Session
Breaking Barriers
Session
Future of Food
Session
Using Jain Principles to Navigate a World of Gray
Session
Small Acts of Jainism
Session
Harmony of Religious Diversity
Session
Stress Management 101
Session
Jain Diet for Contemporary Times
Session
What's Your Story?
Session
Calling All Superheroes
Seva Activity
Letting Go and Laughing: An Improv Workshop
Daytime Programming
Line Dancing from East to West
Daytime Programming
Rhythms of Rajasthan
Nighttime
Furniture Build
Seva Activity
Journals Packing
Seva Activity
Water Bottles Drive
Seva Activity
Blankets Service Project
Seva Activity
Flower Pots Service Project
Seva Activity
Keynote Speaker
Session
Formal Dinner
Formal
Networking Social
Nighttime
Closing Ceremony
Daytime Programming
Garba Night
Nighttime
Talent Show
Nighttime
Studying Jainism at a University
Session
Saturday Night Live: Sketch Comedy
Nighttime
Doing Good Better, Jain Edition
Session
The Jain Search Competition
Daytime Programming
A Jain School Day
Session
Jainism and Philosophers' Frameworks
Session
Kindness in Action: Exploring the Power of Compassion
Session
Aparigraha in History
Session
Daily Rituals for a Happier and Healthier You
Session
Staying Grounded: Modern Pathways, Traditional Footprints
Session
Fasting Unveiled: Unlocking Spiritual Depths and Scientific Wonders
Session
Mahatma Gandhi and the 'Three A's' of Jain Dharma
Session
How Changing Demographics Is Changing America
Session
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Session
Service in the Peace Corps
Session
Breaking Barriers
Session
Future of Food
Session
Using Jain Principles to Navigate a World of Gray
Session
Small Acts of Jainism
Session
Harmony of Religious Diversity
Session
Stress Management 101
Session
Jain Diet for Contemporary Times
Session
What's Your Story?
Session
Calling All Superheroes
Seva Activity
Letting Go and Laughing: An Improv Workshop
Daytime Programming
Line Dancing from East to West
Daytime Programming
Rhythms of Rajasthan
Nighttime
Furniture Build
Seva Activity
Journals Packing
Seva Activity
Water Bottles Drive
Seva Activity
Blankets Service Project
Seva Activity
Flower Pots Service Project
Seva Activity
Keynote Speaker
Session
Formal Dinner
Formal
Networking Social
Nighttime
Closing Ceremony
Daytime Programming
Garba Night
Nighttime
Talent Show
Nighttime
Studying Jainism at a University
Session
Saturday Night Live: Sketch Comedy
Nighttime
Doing Good Better, Jain Edition
Session
The Jain Search Competition
Daytime Programming
A Jain School Day
Session
Jainism and Philosophers' Frameworks
Session
Kindness in Action: Exploring the Power of Compassion
Session
Aparigraha in History
Session
Daily Rituals for a Happier and Healthier You
Session
Staying Grounded: Modern Pathways, Traditional Footprints
Session
Fasting Unveiled: Unlocking Spiritual Depths and Scientific Wonders
Session
Mahatma Gandhi and the 'Three A's' of Jain Dharma
Session
How Changing Demographics Is Changing America
Session
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Session
Service in the Peace Corps
Session
Breaking Barriers
Session
Future of Food
Session
Using Jain Principles to Navigate a World of Gray
Session
Small Acts of Jainism
Session
Harmony of Religious Diversity
Session
Stress Management 101
Session
Jain Diet for Contemporary Times
Session
What's Your Story?
Session
Calling All Superheroes
Seva Activity
Letting Go and Laughing: An Improv Workshop
Daytime Programming
Line Dancing from East to West
Daytime Programming
Rhythms of Rajasthan
Nighttime
Furniture Build
Seva Activity
Journals Packing
Seva Activity
Water Bottles Drive
Seva Activity
Blankets Service Project
Seva Activity
Flower Pots Service Project
Seva Activity
Keynote Speaker
Session
Formal Dinner
Formal
Networking Social
Nighttime
Closing Ceremony
Daytime Programming
About

Something extraordinary awaits

Every two years, YJA brings together hundreds of Jains from across the world to learn together and build long-lasting friendships. With thought-provoking speakers, engaging social events, and more, we're excited to host the 17th YJA Convention!

800+
Attendees
50+
Sessions
30+
Speakers
4
Days
Memories

Past Conventions

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Formal at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Formal

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Daytime at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Daytime

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Meals at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Meals

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Evening & Starry Night Gala at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Evening & Starry Night Gala

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Meals at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Meals

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Daytime at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Daytime

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Formal at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Formal

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Daytime at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Daytime

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Meals at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Meals

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Evening & Starry Night Gala at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Evening & Starry Night Gala

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Meals at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Meals

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Daytime at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Daytime

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Formal at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Formal

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Daytime at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Daytime

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Meals at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Meals

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Evening & Starry Night Gala at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Evening & Starry Night Gala

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Meals at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Meals

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Daytime at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Daytime

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Formal at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Formal

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Daytime at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Daytime

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Meals at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Meals

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Evening & Starry Night Gala at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Evening & Starry Night Gala

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Meals at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Meals

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Daytime at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Daytime

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Formal at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Formal

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Daytime at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Daytime

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Meals at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Meals

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Evening & Starry Night Gala at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Evening & Starry Night Gala

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Meals at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Meals

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Daytime at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Daytime

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Formal at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Formal

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Opening Ceremonies & Netflix & Skillz

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Registration, Icebreakers, Garba

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Straight Outta Gujarat at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Straight Outta Gujarat

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Starry Night Gala Photo Booth

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Daytime at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Daytime

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Regional Talent Battle, Evening Socials

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

Meals at YJA 2022 in Dallas

Meals

#YJA2022 | Dallas

Evening & Starry Night Gala at YJA 2014 in Washington D.C.

Evening & Starry Night Gala

#YJA2014 | Washington D.C.

Meals at YJA 2018 in Chicago

Meals

#YJA2018 | Chicago

Daytime at YJA 2016 in Los Angeles

Daytime

#YJA2016 | Los Angeles

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party at YJA 2010 in New Jersey

Group Photo, Winter Wonderland Formal, Pajama Party

#YJA2010 | New Jersey

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