American Buddhists Issue Petition Urging President Biden to Call for a Ceasefire in Gaza
Justin Whitaker
14 November 2023
Nearly 1,500 signatures, including many from prominent Buddhist teachers in the US, call for an immediate ceasefire
Ven. Pomnyun Sunim Gives Keynote Speech at the 65th Ramon Magsaysay Awards
Craig C Lewis
13 November 2023
The 65th Ramon Magsaysay Awards recognized four outstanding individuals and their transformative leadership and social contributions on 11 November.
Soka Gakkai Council on Peace Issues Releases “Statement on the Israel-Palestine Situation”
Craig C Lewis
2 November 2023
The Soka Gakkai Council on Peace Issues puts out statement calling for peace and humanitarian aid for civilians caught in the devastating conflict in Gaza.
Buddhists in Sri Lanka Lead Interfaith Protest against Israeli War in Gaza
Justin Whitaker
1 November 2023
Peace activists, faith leaders, and others joined voices in Colombo calling for a ceasefire and freedom for Palestinians
Engaged Buddhism: Buddhist Non-profit FHSM Extends Free Eye Clinics for Underprivileged Communities in India
Craig C Lewis
31 October 2023
The Foundation of His Sacred Majesty (FHSM) has conducted its sixth free clinic this year for the underprivileged in Chennai, India.
The First B.R. Ambedkar Statue Erected in the United States Unveiled in Maryland
Sensei Alex Kakuyo
19 October 2023
Maryland is now home to the first Ambedkar statue in the United States and the largest one outside of India
Buddhist Peace Fellowship Announces New Hiring After Reorganization
Justin Whitaker
10 October 2023
The US-based engaged Buddhist organization is seeking to add two employees after a period of reflection and regrowth
Dalai Lama Expresses Solidarity after Deadly Flooding in Sikkim, Pledges Financial Support
Craig C Lewis
6 October 2023
In a letter to the chief minister of Sikkim, His Holiness the Dalai Lama expressed sadness at the loss of life after heavy rainfall led to flash floods.
Engaged Buddhism: Buddhist Non-profit FHSM Continues Free Eye Clinics for Underprivileged Communities in India
Craig C Lewis
15 September 2023
The Buddhist non-profit organization Foundation of His Sacred Majesty has conducted a series of free clinics for underprivileged communities in India.
Dalai Lama Offers Condolences, Pledges Financial Support after Catastrophic Earthquake in Morocco
Craig C Lewis
11 September 2023
The Dalai Lama has written to the prime minister of Morocco to share his condolences after the North African nation was rocked by a deadly earthquake.
Young Buddhist Associations of Indonesia and Malaysia Collaborate to Study the Propagation of the Dharma in Print and Social Media
Buddhistdoor Global
4 September 2023
The Young Buddhist Association of Indonesia and the Young Buddhist Association of Malaysia convened an online meeting to discuss social media platforms.
Engaged Buddhism: Buddhist Non-profit FHSM Holds Free Eye Clinics for Underprivileged Communities in Chennai, India
Craig C Lewis
23 August 2023
The Buddhist non-profit Foundation of His Sacred Majesty has conducted three free eye clinics for underprivileged communities in the Indian city of Chennai.