Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is a globally revered spiritual and humanitarian leader. He has spearheaded a worldwide movement for a stress-free, violence-free society. Through different programs and teachings, a network of organizations including the Art of Living and the International Association for Human Values, and a rapidly growing presence across 156 countries, Gurudev has reached an estimated 500 million people. Gurudev has developed unique, impactful programs that empower, equip and transform individuals to tackle challenges at multiple levels. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar addresses inter-religious harmony, intercultural dialogue, environmental sustainability, poverty reduction, and new approaches to peacebuilding. He received special recognition for his successful peace mediation between the Colombian government and the FARC guerrillas and for his contribution to the intercultural dialogue with the organization of the World Culture Festival.