The following are the notes taken during the Spring Sahavas on Avatar's Abode from the discussion that followed the initial presentation. This is a dot point list of the suggestions given both during the introduction and then continued with additional suggestions offered by various individuals in attendance at that time. This was the start of what is now being continued on this site with the "Forum", which is an attempt to continue to offer an opportunity for free and open dialogue, with shared input by anyone interested in advancing ways to create a broader awareness of Meher Baba, Avatar's Abode in Qld, and Meher House in Sydney.
Whiteboard Notes:
Invitations to local media to visit the Abode - report about the Abode and Meher Baba
Invitations to locals to visit Abode on Open days and socials
Baba’s Image and name more publicly available
Open days AAAnniversary - Sunday - with public in view
Tell people about Avatars Abode
2032 - Olympics - start now to plan for the global spotlight
Buses - images and or quotes of Baba
Social media - invite community to Sunday coffee mornings
Kids day open to the public
Choir concert open to public
Service work - such as: Christmas for poor - feeding homeless - AU Day event
BBQ for volunteers - encouraging by making working fun - acknowledge their work
Share what’s going on regarding work and volunteers activities on social media
Woodford and other local festivals - free cards etc - information booth etc
Have the Abode listed in the Sunshine Coast-Heritage Guide cultural tourism listing
$1,000 for sign at Meher Road
Open virtual meetings - once / month
Mischievous Chicken - AVATAR MEHER BABA Something you put on your back window Clear Background
We thought people might be intrigued “What doe’s Mischievous Chicken mean?”
Discussed by Delia Oakhill, Mary, Peta, Mirabye and Tiana Oakhill
Signage at Bruce Hwy
Signage at Kiels Mt Rd and Meher Rd
Signage at the entry of Avatar’s Abode with information for visitors
Do activities connected to local community eg. visiting aged care homes
Social Media quotes daily
Open days annually
Meals for homeless
Broaden our readiness to receive/support visitors and interested new people - programs for new people
Info programs designed for new people - announced on social media
Public holiday events - announced with media
Social media newsletter
Concerts open to public
Volunteer support or paid position for visitors reception
Baba's face + name - out there
Film Night advertised media
Anniversary Sunday - full day program designed for public visitors. Using ‘family’ regular gatherings to fine tune this
Regular open meetings (Zoom) online Q & A etc
Olympics strategies 2032
Bummer stickers
University presentations
Contacting local churches, temples etc, highlighting our shared values - inviting them to visit Avatar’s Abode
Comments