Census 2011
Make it Count - Put 'Holistic' in the Religion Box
Use Your Democratic Voice

In 2011 on 27th March the UK will conduct its next Census.
There is a Box in the Census Form for Religion.
Put ‘HOLISTIC’ in the Census Religion Box.

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Why ‘HOLISTIC’?
HOLISTIC is shorthand for an openhearted, open-minded approach that includes all spiritual paths. It recognises that everything is connected and celebrates diversity.
There are many words that could be used in the Census box, but the way in which the statistics are interpreted requires that we use the same word if we are to have any influence. HOLISTIC is a good word because it is used in many modern contexts and has many positive connotations. If we all use the same word and don’t waste the opportunity, we can create a new and useful voice.
 
How Will this Census Campaign Help?
It will be a crucial step forward in achieving a voice and representation for unrepresented spiritualities.
It will be a clear demonstration that there IS a third way beyond traditional faiths and secularism.
It will support and legitimise everyone already working with a holistic approach - in education, healthcare, social services, community building and human resources.
For example:

• A better understanding of the profound connection between harmony with nature, personal spirituality and wellbeing.
• An appropriate room in all schools for wellbeing, religious studies and self-development.
• Pastoral care based in a holistic approach, not just a single faith. 
• A new perspective that embraces diversity and creates a shared space for conflict resolution and community building.

Who Is in this New Movement?
This new way of thinking is emerging out of the global village of the 21st Century. For the first time in human history, we can explore all the world’s cultures and beliefs.
 
Not surprisingly, many of us have moved on to an approach that is more inclusive and diverse. This approach also includes a deep respect for the beauty of nature and a knowledge that it is our responsibility to care for the wellbeing of all life on Earth, building a sustainable, just and harmonious world.

Unrepresented
At this moment in time there is no platform or representation for this new approach. It is not recognised. It does not sit alongside other faith communities on decision-making and consultative bodies.

As private individuals this is fine, as we each do our own work and progress along our own paths. But our society and our planet are in crisis. Our world is changing. There are crucial issues and great opportunities.  Individually we can do great good. Together we can work wonders.

“The spirit of human solidarity and kinship with all life is strengthened when we live with reverence for the mystery of being, gratitude for the gift of life and humility regarding the human place in nature.” The Earth Charter

Individuality and Community
It is important that each of us maintains our independence and freedom. We do not have a centralised organisation. We support the empowerment of individuals. At the same time, a community or network of like-minded people can be hugely beneficial and supportive. It can create a unified voice to say good and valuable things.

“Ongoing connection with the wonder and energy of nature and life is good for personal and community wellbeing.
Our lives are not about material and social success.
We are all on a path of life-long personal development moving towards greater love, compassion and wisdom.”
Foundation for Holistic Spirituality

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