With sadness we announce the death of Ken Jones on Sunday 2nd August. Ken was a Buddhist teacher, Haiku and Haibun poet, author of the New Social Face of Buddhism, Everyday Buddhism and many other writings. An activist throughout his life, he was the founder of the UK Network of Engaged Buddhists. As a Zen and …. Read More >
Follow the NBO on Facebook
For news relevant to any UK Buddhist, follow the NBO on Facebook. A good source of selected news of interest to Buddhists of all traditions, our Facebook page reaches a wide range of Buddhists in this country and in many countries beyond. Visit the page for brief news of broadcasts, articles, jobs, training and government grants, consultations and awards, etc. Not a …. Read More >
Professor Ananda Wahihana Palliya Guruge 1928-2014
We note with regret the death of Professor Ananda Guruge in California on 6 August at the age of 85. He pursued a distinguished career both as a Sri Lankan Government Minister and then diplomat, and as a Buddhist scholar, authoring 53 books in Sinhala and English as well as approaching 200 articles on historical …. Read More >
UK Network of Engaged Buddhists dissolves
The UK’s Network of Engaged Buddhists recently announced its decision to dissolve itself and hand over its assets to the NBO. At a meeting at the end of May, the membership published this announcement – including the interesting observation that NEB’s closure reflects a growth rather than a decline in Socially Engaged Buddhism: “The Network …. Read More >
International Buddhist Relief Organisation seeks new committee
The International Buddhist Relief Organisation (IBRO) invites expressions of interest from Buddhists who would like to form a new committee to take over the running of this organisation. “The International Buddhist Relief Organisation is a UK based NGO recognised by the UN. It was established as a charity in 1995 with the registered aim ‘to …. Read More >
Papal message to Buddhists
Buddhists and Christians: Together Fostering Fraternity Message for the Feast of Vesakh 2014 This year’s Vesakh (Buddha Day/Wesak) message from the Papal Council for Interreligious Dialogue.
Silk Road Dharma
The International Dunhuang Project celebrates its 20th birthday! The IDP is a ground-breaking international collaboration to make information and images of all manuscripts, paintings, textiles and artefacts from Dunhuang and archaeological sites of the Eastern Silk Road freely available on the Internet and to encourage their use through educational and research programmes. Its British home is the …. Read More >
Triodos Bank welcomes Buddhist projects
Triodos Bank is an ethical bank welcoming enquiries from UK Buddhist organisations seeking loans for Buddhist projects. Contact Adam Standley, Relationship Manager, Business Banking. Adam Standley Relationship Manager Business Banking M 07469 851381 E adam.standley@triodos.co.uk Triodos Bank UK 20 Old Bailey London, EC4M 7AN triodos.co.uk twitter.com/triodosuk facebook.com/triodosbankuk
NBO attends English Heritage consultation
English Heritage recently hosted a consultation with representatives of religions more recently arrived in the UK. Often taking over historic buildings, Buddhist and other faith communities are effectively taking care of these buildings for the nation. EH wanted to understand our practical and financial needs in maintaining and conserving these buildings and putting them to …. Read More >
Funding for faith-based social action projects
Together in Service is a government programme offering funding to faith groups in England (only), for social action projects involving two or more faiths. You can apply all through the year till the money runs out, but next funding deadline is 29th May. Briefing meetings to be held in Birmingham, Newcastle, Bristol, Leicester, Manchester and …. Read More >
