On Sunday 12 October, Nalanda Youths and Dhamma School seniors came together for the much-anticipated Captain Ball Tournament 2025, bringing together over 30 participants in the spirit of camaraderie and teamwork. The youths and teenagers had two training sessions to learn the basics of the game and build teamwork dynamics in preparation for the friendly tournament. These sessions were filled with joy, energy, and encouragement.
Read moreOn Sunday 28 September, the community came together for Samaggi Day, observed on the last Sunday of every month. Members and devotees were joined by Nalanda youths and Dhamma School students for morning meditation, offerings, and chanting, fostering a spirit of unity and harmony.
Read moreFrom 13 to 15 September, 45 participants and volunteers joined the first ‘Young Working Adults’ Stay-in Programme at Wisdom Park. Dedicating their long holiday weekend to learning, the youths explored the theme of ‘Quality of Mind determines Quality of Life’ through Dhamma talks, experiential learning, meditation and mindful practices, and Dhamma chats.
Read moreOn Tuesday 9 September, the ‘Young Working Adults’ group continued their learning from Datuk Charlie Chia about ‘Managing Expectations’ at Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre in Happy Garden. The youths reflected on different expectations we have in life which often leads to stress.
Read moreNalanda members and devotees extend our heartiest congratulations to Bro. Yeo Disheng and Bro. Lim Ajit, Nalanda Youth leaders on receiving their Master of Arts in Buddhist Studies from the University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. Nalanda Buddhist Society had sponsored their participation in the inaugural academic year of Vidyacarana Buddhist Resource under the tutelage of Ven. K.L. Dhammajoti.
Read moreOn Monday 1 September, six Nalanda Youth Leaders joyfully distributed over 70 care bags to the Mon Refugee Centre in Kuala Lumpur. We sincerely thank the Mon Refugee Centre, the donors, and all volunteers whose kind support made this project possible. Sadhu anumodana!
Read moreNalanda Family Fun Fair 2025 was filled with the joyful spirit of teamwork, learning, and service from 120 youth volunteers consisting of undergraduate students and young working adults. They brought the Youth Canopy to life with lots of food, beverages, a variety of products and a special exhibition. Youths also headed recycling efforts to segregate waste and clean recyclables.
Read moreThe Family Fun Fair just concluded on Sunday 17 August, and what a radiant day it was! From the very first light of dawn, eager volunteers and stall operators arrived, filled with energy and ready to serve—setting the tone for a day brimming with kindness and purpose.
Read moreToday, Nalanda members and volunteers from across Malaysia are rallying together in preparations for the Family Fun Fair. As we speak, final touches are being put in place by the Organising and Working Committees, as well as all volunteers who have been working joyfully together to welcome supporters, family and friends tomorrow.
Read moreOn Sunday 27 July, 18 youths continued their learning after the Special Lecture by Achariya Vijaya by attending a training for chanting leaders led by Bro. Ajita Lim. When leading with the right spirit, one experiences “spirituality”, deepening one’s faith in the Three Jewels. This spirit of an upright Dhamma practitioner in turn, can bring meaningful impact to others.
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