


The World Health Organization has declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a pandemic, meaning that transmission is worldwide. We are closely monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak and situation in the DC/ VA area. All our preparations are ongoing and we are hoping that situations come under control sooner rather than later. At this time, we are still planning to hold the 43rd VSNA Convention as planned while closely monitoring the situation.
The health and safety of our attendees are of utmost importance to us. Our approach is both vigilant and cautious as we face the many unknown variables before us. Our goal remains to provide the best and memorable convention experience for our VSNA community.
We will be following the Federal (CDC and others) and local government recommendations on further action. If in case due to un-avoidable situations holding a convention is not advised, we are committed to return everyone’s registration fees in a timely way. Please be rest assured and continue with your registration and planning processes.
As the COVID- 19 situation continues to evolve between now and July, we will provide you with regular updates on this webpage and through email communications.

Invited Dignitaries

Padma Vibhushan Awardee, Renowned Yogi, Visionary, Guru and Founder of the Isha Foundation

Padma Shri Awardee, Chairperson of the Infosys Foundation, Writer and Social Worker

TBD
Welcome to Washington, D.C
“Summertime in Washington, D.C is simply divine. In July 2020, Sharanas from all over the world gather to immerse themselves in Basava philosophy to recharge their spiritual batteries, while enjoying the many amenities of our beautiful city”
Invited Artists
Our Sponsors
Schedule
Day - 01
2nd Jul
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Convention Registration |
6:30pm - 9:30pm
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Day - 01
2nd Jul
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Dinner |
7:30pm - 9:30pm
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Yoga |
6:00am - 7:00am
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Linga Pooja |
7:00am - 7:30am
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Convention Registration |
7:00am -
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Breakfast |
7:00am - 8:30am
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Meravanige |
9:00am - 10:00am
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Inaugural Function |
10:00am - 12:00pm
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Lunch Break |
12:00pm - 1:30pm
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Competitions (Singing, Dance, Public Speaking) |
1:30pm - 3:30pm
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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BOD Meeting |
1:30pm - 2:30pm
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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BOR Meeting |
1:30pm - 2:30pm
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Joint BOD & BOR Meeting |
2:30pm - 3:30pm
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Refreshments |
3:30pm - 4:00pm
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Competitions Finals |
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Cultural programs from VSNA chapters |
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Dinner |
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Day - 02
3rd Jul
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Performances by Invited Artists (from US & India) |
9:00pm - 11:30pm
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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Yoga and Run |
6:00am - 7:00am
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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Linga Pooja |
7:00am - 7:30am
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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Breakfast |
7:00am - 8:30am
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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Keynote / Main Function |
9:00am - 12:00pm
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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Lunch Break |
12:00pm - 1:30pm
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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Competitions (Singing, Dance, Public Speaking) |
1:30pm - 3:30pm
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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General Body Meeting |
2:30pm - 3:30pm
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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Refreshments |
3:30pm - 4:00pm
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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Competitions Finals |
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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Cultural programs from VSNA chapters |
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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Dinner |
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Day - 03
4th Jul
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Grand Finale |
9:00pm - 12:00pm
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Register
Support your VSNA convention 2020 by registering early and help us organize a great family reunion!
$10,000
Guru
- 8 Registrations
- 3 Rooms (including 1 King Suite), 3 Nights stay
- Full page Advertisement of business /family picture in souvenir book
- Special Honoring on stage
- Donor list in all media and prominent locations at venue
- Reserved seating for Prime time events
$5,000
Jangama
- 6 Registrations
- 2 Rooms (including 1 upgraded room), 3 Nights stay
- Half Page Advertisement of business /family picture in souvenir book
- Special Honoring on stage
- Donor list in all media and prominent locations at venue
$2,700
Sharana
- 4 Registrations
- 1 Room, 3 Nights stay
- 1/4 page Advertisement of business/family picture in the souvenir
- Donor list in all media and prominent locations at venue

About Us
Veerashaiva Samaja of North America (VSNA) was founded in 1978 by Asian Indian immigrants of the USA. It’s a non-profit, charitable and spiritual organization, dedicated to the preservation, protection, and propagation of way of life depicted by Lord Basavanna.
Basavanna, who lived in the 12th century, in Karnataka, India was a social reformer who sought to bring about socio-economic, class, occupational, religious and gender equality through his principles which acted as catalysts for social change. Continue Reading