Founded in 1981 by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar,The Art of Living Foundation is a not-for-profit, educational and humanitarian NGO (Non-Governmental Organisation) engaged in stress-management and service initiatives. The organisation operates globally in 151 countries.

The organisation's programs are guided by Sri Sri’s philosophy of peace: “Unless we have a stress-free mind and a violence-free society, we cannot achieve world Peace.” To help individuals get rid of stress and experience inner peace, The Art of Living offers stress-elimination programs which include breathing techniques,meditation and yoga. These programs have helped millions around the world to overcome stress, depression and violent tendencies.

Memberships

CONGO (Conference of NGOs in Consultative Status with ECOSOC of the United Nations), Geneva and New York

• International Alliance against Hunger
• UN Mental Health Committee and UN Committee on Aging, New York
• International Union for Health Promotion and Education, Paris
• NGO Forum for Health, Geneva