“Drop by drop is the water pot filled. Likewise, the wise one, gathering it little by little, fills oneself with good.” Dhammapada, Verse 122. Dear Friend, This newsletter includes information about our upcoming Building Bridges of Goodness Program in Europe, a...
January 14th-28th, 2026Save the Date! Destinations: Sarnath, Bodhgaya, Rajgir, Nalanda The Buddha first taught the Four Noble Truths in Sarnath, opening the path of awakening to all. Join SINI’s upcoming Four Noble Truths Seminar & Pilgrimage to experience this...
Sengé Catherine serves in the newly established role of Monastic Education Coordinator at SINI, focusing on strengthening Buddhist education in monasteries and nunneries in a world undergoing rapid change. She works across institutions to explore how traditional...
At SINI, diversity is not just about the work we do but also about the relationships we build and the cultural traditions we honor. This Holi allowed us to come together with our Indian colleagues to celebrate the festival of colours, embracing the spirit of unity,...
A Month-Long Meditation Program with Khenpo Kunga Dakpa We're pleased to announce that Khenpo Kunga Dakpa (SINI Bridges Fellow) will lead the second European Bridges of Goodness program this May 2025. Locations and Dates Amsterdam: May 5th–18th | More information (in...
I was very happy to join SINI as a volunteer this past January and February, and I'm excited to share some of my reflections on the experience. Having just completed my MA in Development Studies in the Netherlands, I was looking forward to doing something completely...