Pertaining to Nalandian youths and Nalanda Youth Centre – its activities, events, camps, campaigns, etc.
Exactly a week after the Family Fun Fair, Nalanda members, devotees, youths, students and volunteers gathered for the Volunteer Appreciation session at Nalanda Centre on Sunday 24 August. Chairman of the Organising Committee, Bro. Vincent Lim shared his appreciation for each and every one of the working teams who put forth their best efforts in making this event a joyous event for the Buddhist community and to our stall operators and sponsors for their kind support.
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 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.
Read moreOn Sunday 27 July, Achariya Vijaya Samarawickrama gave a special lecture on ‘The Origin of Religion’ at Nalanda Youth Centre, a topic of interest to understand the relationship between man and religion. Ach. Vijaya expounded on how the evolution of man brought about the need for religion and also their respective beliefs on how the universe began.
Read moreOn Sunday 13 July, 16 youths continued their learning after the Dhammacakka Day observance for a Facilitation Training workshop, led by Sis. Paruadi Ramasamy. Sis. Paru shared about the importance and the characteristics of a skilful facilitator. She also talked about the “6 Core Facilitator Skills” that are critical in facilitating harmonious and meaningful group discussions, such as listening attentively to others regardless of our own opinion.
Read moreLast Sunday 22 June, Nalanda Centre youths warmly welcomed 7 students from IMU (International Medical University) Buddhist Society for the weekly Youth Sunday Service as well as an exchange and discussion.
Read moreOn Sunday 15 June, members of Nalanda Youth Centre gathered for Youth Members Day. The gathering began with offerings and chanting, followed by the introduction of the newly-appointed officers for the term 2025/2027, led by Bro. Yeo Disheng as the Youth Leader.
Read moreNalanda Dhamma School and Nalanda Youth Centre have been fastidiously preparing for this Wesak’s ‘Dhamma Appreciation Night’ under the tutelage of Ach. S. Vijaya in the past weeks! Adapting an age-old story from the time of the Buddha to captivate the audience of today, we aim to bring the Dhamma to life through our drama titled ‘From Darkness to Light: Angulimala's Transformation’. Come join us on the evening of ‘Buddha Day’ Monday 12 May for the Heritage Procession which starts at 7.30pm and promptly followed by ‘Dhamma Appreciation Night’.
Read moreIn conjunction with Buddha Day B.E. 2569 Observance, Nalanda Youth Centre is organising a Young Working Adults Forum to learn how we can thrive at the workplace, and find deeper satisfaction in life. We welcome working adults of ages 35 and below to join this programme.
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