Buddhist Monks Undertake Week-long Walk for Peace Across Sri Lanka
Craig Lewis
22 April 2026
A delegation of 12 Buddhist monks from the Walk for Peace across the US have commenced a week-long walk across Sri Lanka.
Sravasti Abbey to Host Four-Day Secular Compassion Training Program in Washington State
Justin Whitaker
21 April 2026
The Emory-developed CBCT program to be offered to the public at Sravasti Abbey blends contemplative practice with stress research
Buddhist Retreat Center Arya Tara Announces Sixth Buddhist Conference in Madrid: “VI Jornadas de Budismo: Mindfulness”
Craig Lewis
20 April 2026
The Centro de Retiros budista Arya Tara in Spain has announced that it will hold its sixth annual Buddhist conference.
Three Buddhist Monks Reported Killed in Military Airstrikes During Myanmar’s New Year Festival
Craig Lewis
17 April 2026
At least three Buddhist monks were killed after the military junta carried out airstrikes on Buddhist monasteries in Myanmar’s Sagaing Region.
Popular American Christian Singer Brandon Lake Says Church Should Be Open to “Christian Buddhist” Seekers
Justin Whitaker
16 April 2026
The discussion highlights the lasting influence and a possible future direction of Buddhist-Christian dialogue in the West.
Online Dharma: Ashokan Meditation Center in New York Launches Free Live-streamed Meditation Series for Spring
Craig Lewis
15 April 2026
Ashokan Meditation Center (AMC) in New York State’s Hudson Valley has announced the launch of a free live-streamed meditation program for spring.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Equality Day Celebrated in Massachusetts
Sensei Alex Kakuyo
14 April 2026
Massachusetts has declared 14 April “Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Equality Day,” honoring the Indian jurist, reformer, and Buddhist revivalist.
Engaged Buddhism: Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre to Manage Home for the Elderly in Ladakh
Craig Lewis
14 April 2026
The Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, under the guidance of Ven. Bhikkhu Sanghasena, will manage a new home for the elderly in Ladakh.
Mental Health: Interfaith Youth Event in Indonesia Explores Buddhist Mindfulness Through Vocal Practice
Craig Lewis
10 April 2026
More than 50 young people gathered in Surabaya for a Buddhist-led workshop that used vocal training and breath-awareness for mindfulness practice.
Cambodia Celebrates International Buddhist Day with Royal Message
Raymond Lam
9 April 2026
The King of Cambodia issued a Royal Message urging the nation to adhere to the Buddha’s teachings and apply them to national development
Gen Z Predominates as a Record 250,000 Visitors Flock to 2026 Seoul International Buddhism Expo
Craig Lewis
8 April 2026
The 2026 Seoul International Buddhism Expo (BEXPO2026) recently concluded in the South Korean capital, with organizers reporting record attendance.
Yale Appoints Scholar of Korean Buddhism Hwansoo Kim as Head of Morse College
Justin Whitaker
2 April 2026
Kim’s appointment at Yale underscores global perspectives in Buddhist studies at US universities.