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Jain Digest

To be the leading global Jain publication in English, connecting Jain communities worldwide and inspiring spiritual growth, ethical living, and deeper understanding of Jain principles for both Jains and non-Jains.

Core Mission

To serve as a comprehensive and engaging publication that informs, educates, and inspires readers by sharing global Jain community updates, values, and wisdom, while encouraging individuals to embrace the Jain way of life.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Editor-in-Chief: Provide overall editorial leadership, define content direction, and ensure alignment with Jain values and JAINA objectives.
  • Managing Editor: Oversee publication planning, workflow, deadlines, and coordination across editorial teams.
  • Content Acquisition Lead: Source articles, stories, and contributions from global Jain communities, scholars, and writers.
  • Editorial Review Team: Review submissions for accuracy, clarity, quality, and alignment with Jain philosophy.
  • Design & Layout Lead: Manage magazine design, formatting, and visual presentation for print and digital editions.
  • Global News & Community Updates Lead: Collect and curate updates on Jain community activities worldwide.
  • Education & Inspirational Content Lead: Develop and curate articles focused on Jain principles, teachings, and spiritual growth.
  • Author & Contributor Relations Lead: Engage writers, encourage submissions, and maintain contributor relationships.
  • Digital Publishing & Distribution Lead: Select and manage relationship with the online publishing platforms, manage online publication, subscriptions, and global distribution channels.
  • Marketing & Outreach Lead: Promote Jain Digest to increase readership, subscriptions, and global reach.
  • Impact & Analytics Coordinator: Track readership growth, engagement metrics, and reader feedback to guide continuous improvement.

Committee Description

The JAINA Jain Digest Magazine Committee is responsible for producing a high-quality, insightful, and accessible publication that serves as a central communication and inspiration platform for the global Jain community. The magazine will provide news, educational content, thought leadership, and inspirational stories that highlight Jain values, practices, and community achievements. It will serve as a bridge connecting Jain communities worldwide while also reaching non-Jain readers interested in spirituality, ethics, and culture. The committee will ensure editorial excellence, content diversity, and alignment with Jain principles. It will actively engage authors, contributors, and readers to create a vibrant knowledge-sharing ecosystem that encourages reflection and transformation toward the Jain way of life.

Leadership

Dilip Parekh
Dilip Parekh
Chair
Chair
Dr. Mahendra Jain
Dr. Mahendra Jain
Canada Regional VP
EC Liaison
JS
Jayana Shah
Section Editor, Art and Design
RK
Ramesh Khandhar
Section Editor, Advisor
RS
Reena Shah
Section Editor
DR
Dhruti Rathi
Vice-Chair, Staff Editor
RJ
Rajkumar Jain
Section Editor
SB
Sanjay Bhandari
Section Editor
PS
Payal Seth
Section Editor
AV
Anop Vora
Advisor
HP
Hema Pokharna
Advisor
DS
Dilip V Shah
Advisor

Get Involved

Connect with the Jain Digest Committee. We welcome your expertise, ideas, and partnership to further our initiatives.

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