Sri Lanka Arrests 22 Alleged Buddhist Monks in Record Airport Cannabis Seizure
Justin Whitaker
28 April 2026
Officials said the alleged monks were returning from Thailand with cannabis hidden in luggage compartments
Buddhist Scholars Urge Non-violence and Compassion to Resolve Thai-Cambodian Border Conflict
Dipen Barua
27 February 2026
Buddhist scholars called for Cambodia and Thailand to adopt principles of non-violence and compassion to establish sustainable peace.
Buddhist Education: Paccaya Foundation to Launch Dharma-Inspired School for Children in Bangkok
Craig Lewis
4 February 2026
Paccaya Foundation is marking its 10th anniversary with the August 2026 launch of The Jataka School, an early-years and primary school in Bangkok.
Engaged Buddhism: INEB Invites Applicants for International Young Bodhisattva Program 2026
Craig Lewis
19 September 2025
INEB has announced that its International Young Bodhisattva Program, an learning initiative for young leaders is open to applicants.
Cultivating a Buddhist Perspective on Life
Jungto Society
18 September 2025
Venerable Pomnyun Sunim gives a Dharma teaching on humanitarian relief and cultivating a mindful approach to everyday life
Engaged Buddhism: INEB Endorses Historic MoU to Protect Monastic Novices in Thailand
Craig Lewis
8 September 2025
The International Network of Engaged Buddhists recently signed a landmark MoU aimed at strengthening child protection at Buddhist institutions in Thailand.
Thai Minister Proposes Creation of “Buddhist Bank” to Reform Temple Asset Management
Buddhistdoor Global
8 July 2025
A proposed “Buddhist Bank” aims to separate personal and temple funds, ensuring transparent oversight of Thailand’s 40,000+ temples.
Buddhist Scholar, Teacher, and Practitioner Prof. David Dale Holmes Has Died Aged 84
Craig Lewis
26 March 2025
The much-loved Canadian scholar, teacher, and Buddhist practitioner, Prof. David Dale Holmes died in Ontario on 2 March after a period of ill health.
Engaged Buddhism: INEB Invites Applicants for International Young Bodhisattva Program 2025
Craig Lewis
5 March 2025
The International Network of Engaged Buddhists announced that its International Young Bodhisattva Program for young leaders is accepting applicants.
Delegates Highlight Non-Violence at Global Hindu-Buddhist Conference in Thailand
Justin Whitaker
18 February 2025
Speakers at the fourth Samvad gathering emphasized similarities across traditions and the urgency of contemporary global issues
Engaged Buddhism: The Bodhisattva Path to Gender Equality in Thailand
Craig Lewis
6 February 2025
In the wake of Thailand’s landmark Marriage Equality Act, BDG spoke with a key figure in the drive for social equality: Buddhist activist Hua Boonyapisomparn
Engaged Buddhism: INEB to Hold 21st Biennial Conference “Buddhist Heritage: Toward Inclusive Societies” in Chennai
Craig Lewis
18 October 2024
The International Network of Engaged Buddhists (INEB) has announced that it will hold its 21st biennial conference in Chennai from 22 November–3 December.