White House Hosts Buddhist Representatives for Fifth Official Vesak Observance
Craig Lewis
15 June 2026
The White House hosted its own annual Vesak observance on 11 June, continuing a new tradition begun in 2021.
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.
Buddhist Monks Complete Historic Walk for Peace to Washington, DC
Sensei Alex Kakuyo
12 February 2026
The monks’ 108-day journey ends with interfaith ceremonies at the Washington National Cathedral and a planned gathering at the Lincoln Memorial
Buddhist Monks Pass the Halfway Mark of Their “Walk for Peace” Across the US
Justin Whitaker
20 January 2026
Buddhist monks have crossed the halfway point of a 2,300-mile peace walk through the United States with plans to ask Congress to recognize Vesak as a federal holiday
Buddhist Monks on 3,000-Kilometer “Walk for Peace” Stop in Houston to Promote Unity and Compassion
Justin Whitaker
18 November 2025
Buddhist monks walking for peace stopped in Houston to share messages of compassion and unity
The Buddha’s Path to Peace
Jungto Society
17 February 2025
Dharma teachings from Ven. Pomnyun Sunim on the bodhisattva path toward peace and reconciliation
Buddhist Monks Near the End of Their Walk for Peace from Florida to New York
Justin Whitaker
20 June 2024
While focusing on the promotion of peace around the world, the journey has also brought people together in countless small acts of kindness and solidarity
White House Hosts Buddhist Representatives for Fourth Annual Vesak Observance
Craig Lewis
29 May 2024
As Buddhists around the world honored the birth, enlightenment, and mahaparanirvana of the Buddha during Vesak, the White House hosted its own observance.
Light Up Peace: Vesak Day Celebration at Washington DC
Raymond Lam
13 May 2024
A Vesak commemoration in Washington DC to celebrate diversity, foster unity and understanding, and embrace unity, peace, and hope
Dharma Sharing: Ven. Pomnyun Sunim to Give In-Person Teachings in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America
Craig Lewis
5 April 2024
The revered Korean Dharma master and engaged Buddhist activist Ven. Pomnyun Sunim will give an international series of in-person Dharma talks in 2024.
Are You Happy?
Jungto Society
18 March 2024
Ven. Pomnyun Sunim gives a Dharma teaching on the path to peave and on attaining happiness
US Department of State Honors Bangladeshi Social Activist Rani Yan Yan with 2023 Global Anti-Racism Champions Award
Craig Lewis
10 August 2023
The prominent Buddhist activist Rani Yan Yan was among six activists recognized at the First Annual Ceremony for the Award for Global Anti-Racism Champions.