The Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF) is a spiritual organisation founded in 1920 by Paramahansa Yogananda in Los Angeles, California. Its primary mission is to spread the teachings of Kriya Yoga, a spiritual practice that aims to accelerate self-realization and inner peace. SRF emphasizes the unity of all religions and the belief that individuals can experience the Divine within through meditation and devotion. The organisation highlights the importance of direct spiritual experience and focuses on meditation, prayer, and service. Paramahansa Yogananda's most famous work is Autobiography of a Yogi, which has inspired millions worldwide. The global population of SRF followers is estimated to be in the millions. There are several SRF meditation centres in Italy, with a growing number of devotees.