The MOD recently invited the NBO to submit a brief guide to Buddhism to include in its booklet – A GUIDE ON RELIGION AND BELIEF IN THE MOD AND ARMED FORCES. The following text was submitted by the NBO. We await to see what is published. BUDDHISM There are about 150,000 Buddhists in the UK according to the …. Read More >
The aim of the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) is to stage an inspirational and memorable Games, where everyone is invited, can take part and get involved in this exciting event. Diversity was a key reason why London, one of the most multicultural cities in the world, was chosen …. Read More >
The ashes of Sally Masheder, longtime Secretary of the Network of Buddhist Organisations, were scattered at a ceremony at the Western Chan Fellowship’s Maenllwyd retreat centre on Sunday, 15 August. Photos of the event are available on the memorial website, http://mrwm.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/sally.html. Present there were Rev. Saido Kennaway and Yann Lovelock, representing NBO, and Ann Lovelock …. Read More >
The NBO received the attached email via the Interfaith Network. This identifies two sources of funds which are available to Buddhist groups for interfaith week 21st – 27th November 2010. The first fund is open to umbrella groups such as the NBO. However, the second fund is available to a wide range of Buddhist groups. It offers up …. Read More >
At its AGM in London on Thursday, 8 July 2010, Ven. Bogoda Seelawimala, Head of the London Buddhist Vihara, was elected as one of the four Vice Chairs of the UK’s Inter Faith Network and NBO’s Interfaith Co-ordinator Yann Lovelock was re-elected as an Executive Member. The National Meeting beforehand had as its theme “Shaping …. Read More >
We are pleased to announce the launch of the NBO facebook site : Buddhism UK. This allows supporters of the NBO to post information about their centres, traditions and activities, and to exchange information of interest to the Buddhist community. If you have news that you would like to share or wish to engage constructively …. Read More >
IOP Seminar Series Creative Awakening Seminar One Ordinary or Extraordinary Living ? July 10th 2010 I am writing to tell you about a day seminar organised by The Institute of Oriental Philosophy – UK. This follows our very successful conference last year on Buddhism and creativity. It will be the first in a series of …. Read More >
Duncan Fisher of the Buddhist Group of Kendal (Theravada) presented a traditional decorated lantern to the group at their recent Vesak celebration held on the 27th May 2010 at the United Reformed Church in Kendal. “Vesak lanterns are very popular in Buddhist countries such as Sri Lanka and Thailand – so I thought it would …. Read More >
The Network of Buddhist Organisations NEWS RELEASE Major Reorganisation Announced Release date: 15th May 2010 Today the Network of Buddhist Organisations UK (NBO) formally moved to a new, charitable, structure as a company limited by guarantee. At the NBO’s Annual General Meeting held today at the Jamyang Buddhist Centre, London, the NBO committed itself to …. Read More >
NBO Executive Committee Vacancies We currently (May 2010) have some vacancies in the NBO for a number of Committee roles. These have arisen from the implementation of the NBO Evolution Plan which will enable the NBO to extend the range and reach of the services that it offers to the Buddhist Community. We have already …. Read More >
