From 7 to 9 November, Nalanda Dhamma School facilitators and volunteers gathered at Wisdom Park for the Annual Facilitators’ Retreat, themed “Reconnect, Recharge, Reignite”. The three-day retreat provided an opportunity for participants to renew their aspiration to serve as Buddhist educators, reconnect with the purpose and joy of teaching, and strengthen their commitment to nurturing the younger generation.

Through engaging learning sessions conducted by Bro. Aggaphala Yap and Sis. Sunanda Ong, participants explored the mindset and skills needed to become effective and inspiring educators. They also deepened their understanding of Buddhist values and reflected on how to impart these values meaningfully to the Dhamma School students. The sessions offered fresh perspectives and practical insights to support their continued growth and service.

Sis. Hui Shien, the Director of Nalanda Dhamma School welcoming participants and giving introduction to the theme of the retreat.

Facilitators from different schools warmed up to each other and get to know each other better.

Deciding a group name and designing a group logo based on qualities that a Dhamma educator should cultivate.

Beyond the learning sessions, the retreat was also a time for reflection, fellowship and strengthening bonds among facilitators from different locations.  As everyone returns to their respective Dhamma Schools, may they carry with them renewed energy, clarity of purpose and joy in serving, continuing to guide and inspire the next generation through Dhamma.

Come join Nalanda Dhamma School as a facilitator for the school year 2027 in our Serdang, KL and JB schools to serve the community in a meaningful role.  Training and guidance will be provided to all volunteers.  Apply online at https://forms.gle/T25eZb3PEEwQztth8. For enquiries, please contact Sis. Lau Wei Nee at 017-898 0103.  Thank you.

Members of Group Metta (Loving Kindness).

An engaging workshop conducted by Bro. Aggaphala Yap, on the topic of “Back to the Beginning”.

Sis. Wei Nee, coordinator of Teenage Dhamma School in Serdang reporting on the school’s progress in year 2026.

Sis. Chin Hui, coordinator of Junior Dhamma School in Serdang reporting on the school’s progress in year 2026.

Sis. Visakha representing Family Dhamma School KL to share the school’s progress in year 2026.

Sis. Christine representing Family Dhamma School JB to share the school’s progress in year 2026.

The three-days programme was anchored with morning and evening spiritual practice.

Sis. Nandini giving reminders and advice to the facilitators and youths.

Bro. Zhen Shun encouraged the group to persist in their Dhamma practice.

Reflection session to reconnect with the learning throughout the day.

Sis. Sunanda guiding the facilitators to recharge with the essential knowledge and skills of an educator.

Facilitators assembling a puzzle of wholesome aspiration.

A group photo with personalised mirror of Dhamma educator for frequent reflection and reminders.

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