Towards the end of March 2020, more than 220 people from various cities in Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Moldova, Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan attended the 18th Zonal Conference on Sai Spiritual Education (SSE). Due to the ongoing global pandemic, the event was held online. The theme of the conference was Sathya Sai Spiritual Education is the path to Unity, Purity and Divinity. The practice of purity and unity of thought was highlighted throughout the meeting. National and regional education coordinators spoke extensively on the role of children, parents and teachers. Concepts of love and unity were demonstrated through prayers, devotional songs, and dances involving all participants.