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Universal Human Values Foundation (UHV)
TypeNon-profit organization
PurposePromote Universal Human Values through education
Location
  • India
WebsiteOfficial website

The Universal Human Values Foundation (UHV) is a non-profit organization focused on promoting a comprehensive understanding of human values and their integration into educational systems and everyday life. The foundation aims to foster harmony at the individual, societal, and environmental levels by encouraging people to realize the interconnectedness of human beings, nature, and existence. UHV emphasizes the importance of values in achieving a fulfilling life and advocates for holistic human development.

Objectives and Philosophy

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UHV's primary objective is to encourage the understanding of basic human aspirations, such as happiness and prosperity, and the alignment of these aspirations with value-based living. Through its courses and programs, UHV promotes universal human values that are considered rational, verifiable, and applicable to all. These values guide individuals towards harmony in personal, societal, and ecological dimensions.

The philosophy underpinning UHV's approach involves the recognition of fundamental human values that enable individuals to live responsibly, peacefully, and harmoniously. UHV courses help participants explore these values through a reflective and explorational methodology, promoting clarity and coherence in human conduct.[citation needed]

Programs and Courses

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UHV offers a variety of courses aimed at different educational levels, including:

  • UHV-I: Introduction to Universal Human Values
  • UHV-II: Foundation Course in Human Values and Professional Ethics
  • UHV-III: Understanding Human Being, Nature, and Existence
  • UHV-IV: Vision for a Humane Society

These courses are typically delivered over one semester and are designed to develop a holistic worldview that encompasses both technical skills and human values. They are often integrated into the curricula of higher education institutions and are supported by facilitator-led sessions that emphasize discussion and self-reflection."Courses for Students". Universal Human Values Foundation. Retrieved October 24, 2024.

Faculty and Leadership Development

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In addition to student programs, UHV conducts workshops and training sessions for faculty, administrators, and policymakers. The UHV Leadership Development Program and UHV Management Development Program aim to equip educators with the knowledge and skills needed to incorporate human values into their teaching and leadership practices. These programs are available in various formats, including in-person workshops and online modules."Developmental Workshops for Faculty and Administration". Universal Human Values Foundation. Retrieved October 24, 2024.

Publications

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UHV supports various publications that further its mission of holistic, value-based education. Notable works include:

  • A Foundation Course in Human Values and Professional Ethics, which is widely used in educational institutions across India.

These publications are freely available as eBooks, aligning with UHV's commitment to making knowledge accessible to all."Publications". Retrieved October 24, 2024.

Impact and Outreach

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UHV's programs have been widely adopted across educational institutions in India and internationally. The foundation organizes the International Conference on Human Values in Higher Education (ICHVHE), which brings together educators, administrators, and policymakers to discuss the role of human values in education and society."International Conference on Human Values in Higher Education". Retrieved October 24, 2024.

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Universal Human Values School Education

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Overview: The UHV School Education program integrates Universal Human Values into school curricula, aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The program promotes holistic education focusing on knowledge, skills, and values.

Key Components:

  • Target Grades: Classes 9-12
  • Resources: Textbooks, workbooks, teacher's manuals
  • Special Features: Incorporates "Anand Sabha" series for values education
  • Licensing: All materials are under a Creative Commons license

Website: UHV School Education

Universal Human Values Higher Education

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Overview: The UHV Higher Education initiative aims to develop a holistic, humane world vision in students and educators. The courses emphasize self-reflective and explorational methodologies, ensuring that all content discussed is universal, rational, and verifiable, leading to harmony. Clarity on fundamental universal human values facilitates understanding of specific expressions, including national values, aspirations in NEP 2020, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Key Courses for Students:

  • UHV-I: Introduction to Universal Human Values (15-session module)
  • UHV-II: Foundation Course in Human Values and Professional Ethics (1 semester, 3-credit course)
  • UHV-III: Understanding Human Being, Nature, and Existence Comprehensively (1 semester, 3-credit course)
  • UHV-IV: Vision for Humane Society (1 semester, 3-credit course)
  • UHV-V: Human Values in Different Philosophies (multiple 1-semester, 3-credit courses)
  • UHV-VI: Human Psychology – Leading to Full Human Potential (1 semester, 3-credit course)
  • UHV-VII A: A Foundation Course in Holistic Human Health – Its Philosophy and Practice (1 semester, 3-credit course)
  • UHV-VII B: Human Sociology – Leading to Justice (1 semester, 3-credit course)
  • UHV-VIII: Human Economics – Sustainable and Mutually Enriching Production Systems (1 semester, 3-credit course)

Facilitator-led Approach: Courses are typically designed for one semester (16 weeks), where students explore and discuss naturally acceptable universal human values fundamental to human existence. Engaging with these values fosters a life of responsibility, peace, and harmony as individuals, members of society, and parts of the larger ecosystem.

Developmental Workshops for Faculty and Administration: UHV workshops are designed to develop a holistic, humane world vision using a self-reflective and explorational methodology. Participants explore and discuss fundamental values leading to responsible and harmonious living. Workshops are available in various formats, including face-to-face, online webinars, and self-paced courses.

Workshop Programs:

  • UHV Leadership Development Program: Orientation for policymakers (1 day)
  • UHV Management Development Program: Orientation for administrators (3 days)
  • Introductory UHV FDP: Introduction to Universal Human Values (3 days)
  • UHV-I FDP: Preparing to teach the UHV-I module (5 days)
  • UHV-II FDP: Foundation Course in Human Values and Professional Ethics (5-8 days)
  • UHV-III FDP: Understanding Human Being, Nature, and Existence Comprehensively (8 days)
  • UHV-IV FDP: Vision for Humane Society (8 days)
  • UHV-V FDPs: Human Values in Different Philosophies (5-8 days)
  • UHV-VI FDP: Human Psychology – Leading to Full Human Potential (8 days)
  • UHV-VIIA FDP: A Foundation Course in Holistic Human Health (3-8 days)
  • UHV-VIIB FDP: Human Sociology – Leading to Justice (5-8 days)
  • UHV-VIII FDP: Human Economics – Sustainable and Mutually Enriching Production Systems (5-8 days)

Minor Degree Program: A bouquet of higher-level courses (UHV-III onwards) is packaged into a minor degree in UHV. This program aims to develop teachers, parents, and policymakers who possess a humane world vision and are committed to fostering a value-based society.

Website: UHV Higher Education

UHV Publications

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UHV Publications offers several titles focused on holistic human health and values. Key books include:

  • A Foundation Course in Holistic Human Health - Regular price: Rs. 499.00
  • A Foundation Course in Human Values and Professional Ethics - Regular price: Rs. 499.00
  • Teachers' Manual for A Foundation Course in Human Values and Professional Ethics - Regular price: Rs. 249.00
  • Understanding Human Being, Nature and Existence Comprehensively - Regular price: Rs. 425.00
  • मध्यस्थ दर्शन में मानवीय मूल्य (Human Values in Madhyastha Darshan) - Regular price: Rs. 200.00

For more details, visit [UHV Publications](https://uhvpublications.in/). ---

Holistic Value-based Education

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Overview

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Holistic Value-based Education is an educational approach that transcends conventional methods by focusing on universal understanding, inner growth, ethical wisdom, and creative excellence. It aims to ignite curiosity and promote rationality, leading to a harmonious existence for individuals and communities.

Mission

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The mission of Holistic Value-based Education is to provide resources that foster a journey of self-discovery and inner fulfillment. The program emphasizes the importance of practical wisdom and creative excellence over rote memorization. By encouraging students to engage with their learning, it equips them to utilize their knowledge, skills, and innovative thinking to address real-world challenges.

Objectives

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  • Ignite Curiosity: Stimulate interest and wonder in learning processes.
  • Promote Rationality: Encourage logical thinking and reasoned decision-making.
  • Foster Inner Growth: Support personal development and self-awareness.
  • Cultivate Ethical Wisdom: Instill values that guide ethical behavior and decision-making.
  • Encourage Creative Excellence: Inspire innovation and creative problem-solving.

Impact

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By participating in Holistic Value-based Education, individuals are empowered to make positive contributions to society while safeguarding the well-being of all. This educational philosophy prepares learners to tackle complex issues in the world, advocating for sustainable practices and social responsibility.

Resources

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For more information, you can download the Holistic Value-based Education document below:

Download Holistic Value-based Education Document

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