About Us

About Young and Awakened Foundation

Young and Awakened Foundation is a registered public charitable trust dedicated to spiritual education, Advaita, Non-Duality, yoga, meditation, self-realisation, conscious living and public welfare.

The Foundation has been established with the vision of making timeless spiritual wisdom accessible in a practical, inclusive and contemporary manner. Its purpose is to help individuals explore the deeper dimensions of life, move beyond fear and conditioning, and live with greater awareness, clarity, compassion and inner freedom.

Young and Awakened Foundation is open to all sincere seekers, irrespective of caste, creed, religion, gender, nationality, community or belief. The Foundation is not limited to any particular sect, denomination or religious identity. Its work is rooted in universal wisdom, public benefit and inner transformation.

Vision

Young and Awakened Foundation is inspired by the vision and teachings of Gurkirat Singh Buttar, the Settlor-Founder of the Trust, whose message centres on integrating Non-Duality with modern life.

His core teaching is that spirituality is not separate from daily duties, work, family, relationships or worldly responsibilities. A person does not need to withdraw from life or adopt an external spiritual identity in order to live an awakened life. While the ascetic path has its own place and dignity, the modern world also calls for an integrated approach — where a business owner, professional, employee, service person, student, homemaker or any sincere seeker can bring spiritual awareness into ordinary life and work.

The essence of his message is that real spirituality is internal, not merely external. It is not about appearing religious, priestly or detached from the world, but about living from the direct understanding that the same consciousness shines in all beings. True awakening expresses itself through clarity, love, compassion, responsibility and the recognition that no one is truly separate from oneself.

Kirat’s own path reflects this integration. Professionally, he is a lawyer in India and has studied law at King’s College London, while his spiritual work is devoted to Non-Duality, self-realisation and the practical application of wisdom in modern life. He speaks from the understanding that one can live in the world, fulfil one’s duties and still remain rooted in the awareness of the Self.

His teachings draw from the essence of many spiritual and contemplative traditions, including Bhakti, Jnana, Karma Yoga, Tantra, Yoga, Sufism, Christian Mysticism and other paths of direct realisation. Through talks, writings and digital content, he guides seekers towards inner freedom, love, awareness and embodied wisdom.

He is also the author of “Submergence of the ‘I’”, a work addressing the dissolution of ego and the nature of the True Self.

Our Mission

Our mission is to promote spiritual and philosophical education through Advaita, Non-Duality, yoga, meditation, conscious living, self-inquiry and related contemplative traditions.

The Foundation aims to share this wisdom through teachings, books, videos, courses, workshops, satsangs, retreats, publications, digital platforms and other public programmes.

Our Vision

Our vision is to contribute to a spiritually awakened, compassionate and conscious society where individuals live with self-awareness, ethical clarity, inner balance and a deeper understanding of the Self.

Young and Awakened Foundation seeks to grow as an institution dedicated to spiritual education, public welfare, conscious living and the preservation of transformative wisdom for future generations.

What We Do

The Foundation works towards:

* Spiritual education and self-realisation;

* Advaita, Non-Duality, yoga, meditation and conscious living;

* Online and offline courses;

* Books, articles and publications;

* YouTube and digital content;

* Satsangs, retreats, workshops and study circles;

* Public talks and contemplative discussions;

* Future spiritual, educational and welfare initiatives.

All activities of the Foundation are carried out for public charitable purposes. Any income generated from courses, publications, digital programmes or related activities is applied solely towards the objects of the Trust.

Education, Welfare and Public Service

While the primary focus of Young and Awakened Foundation is spiritual education, yoga, meditation, Advaita, Non-Duality, self-realisation and conscious living, the Foundation also envisions broader public welfare initiatives for the benefit of society.

Subject to resources, statutory approvals and lawful compliance, the Foundation may work towards promoting education, healthcare, environmental protection, legal awareness, legal aid, social welfare and community development.

This may include supporting or establishing educational institutions, libraries, research centres, healthcare facilities, charitable clinics, legal aid initiatives, environmental programmes and other welfare projects.

These initiatives will remain aligned with the charitable character of the Foundation and will be undertaken for public benefit, especially for those in need of guidance, education, support and upliftment.

Our Approach

Young and Awakened Foundation follows an inclusive and non-sectarian approach. The Foundation draws inspiration from Advaita Vedanta, Non-Duality, yoga, meditation, bhakti, tantra and other contemplative traditions, while remaining open, accessible and respectful towards all paths of sincere spiritual inquiry.

The emphasis is not on dogma, division or external identity, but on direct understanding, inner transformation, awareness, compassion and the practical application of spiritual wisdom in daily life.

Legal and Charitable Status

Young and Awakened Foundation is established as an irrevocable public charitable trust in India. Its income, funds, assets and resources are dedicated solely to its charitable, spiritual, educational and public welfare objects. The Foundation is not established for private profit, personal benefit or sectarian purposes.

Young and Awakened Foundation is a registered public charitable trust dedicated to Advaita, Non-Duality, yoga, meditation, self-realisation, conscious living and public welfare.