Volunteers

26 June 2025

First ‘Care Bags’ of 2025 shared with kids at Pure Life

Last Saturday 21 June, Nalanda volunteers and youths delivered the first batch of Care Bags, totalling 80, to needy children attending ‘Malam Muhibbah’ at Pure Life Society, Puchong.  Volunteers also contributed food of different cultures to this event, organised by Pure Life which promotes unity and harmony. 

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20 June 2025

Let’s volunteer at Family Fun Fair

Spend a day with us at Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’ this coming 17 August. This annual event gathers the community to support educational programmes at Nalanda and to fund the building of a teaching hall, hostel and ancillary facilities at Wisdom Park. We invite you to join us as a volunteer during the Fun Fair, to render our care and service to many.  Invite your friends along for a wholesome day and register now at https://forms.gle/juzXbWnp24bv7zRn9.

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16 June 2025

Support holistic education at Nalanda Family Fun Fair

We are happy to announce that the popular Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’ (FFF) is back and will be held on Sunday, 17 August, from 9am to 3pm.  This annual event brings together the community to support educational programmes of Nalanda Free School, Nalanda Institute, Dharma School, Library and Youth Centre.  Funds raised will also be channeled towards  building a teaching hall, hostel and ancillary facilities at Wisdom Park.

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3 June 2025

Sadhu anumodana to all Buddha Day volunteers

On Sunday 25 May, the Buddha Day Observance Organising Committee invited all volunteers back to Nalanda Centre for a Volunteer Appreciation & Luncheon, to extend our appreciation for their service. The 8-day observance was only made possible and seamless with the collective support of all our members and volunteers to plan over 13 programmes and tend to the participating community.

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21 May 2025

Buddha Day Volunteer Appreciation & Lunch

We invite all Buddha Day volunteers to join us on Sunday 25 May for the Volunteer Appreciation session, followed by lunch. We extend our gratitude to all our selfless volunteers for your service as well as rejoice in the good deeds of everyone during the Buddha Day Observance B.E. 2569.  See you on Sunday!

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20 May 2025

Faith and devotion at Heritage Procession

On the evening of Buddha Day, Monday 12 May, the community came together at Sri Serdang for the highlight of Wesak observance – the Heritage Procession. Continuing Emperor Asoka’s legacy, once a year, the Buddha-rupam was conveyed on a wooden sedan to the harmonious beating of drums and gongs, escorted by colourful parasols and followed closely by devotees holding candle-lights.

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19 April 2025

Earth Day commemoration this weekend at Nalanda

In celebration of Earth Day this week, Nalanda members, students and devotees are mobilising to contribute towards sustainability and environmental efforts.  Today, Green Warriors of Wisdom Park and our friends from Seck Kia Eenh, Melaka have planted trees and shrubs to green and cool the environment.  Lead of the Landscaping Team, Dr. Chen Xing Wei also conducted a special HCL 002 (Horticulture and Landscaping Course) class open to all volunteers on responsible food waste management.

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6 February 2025

Gearing up for the start of Dhamma School

As the new school term approaches, Nalanda Dhamma School facilitators are eagerly preparing to welcome students for the 2025 sessions. Through a combination of focused training programmes and detailed planning, our dedicated facilitators are committed to ensuring a rewarding and impactful learning experience for all students.

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25 January 2025

Free School teachers’ meet to prepare for 2025

Nalanda Free School teachers just finished their meeting this afternoon to prepare for the new academic year before the Lunar New Year break. The meeting, led by Nalanda Free School Principal, Dr. Ng Chwee Fang, discussed upcoming Free School programmes to ensure everyone is given ample time to prepare.

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21 January 2025

Leadership exchange on engaging volunteers with BUBS

On Sunday 12 January, Nalanda leaders welcomed Bandar Utama Buddhist Society's President Bro. John Lee and their core leaders for a learning exchange on how to recruit, manage and engage volunteers who are crucial in spiritual organisations. Nalanda President Sis. Buddhini Tan led the exchange together with the Secretariat, Volunteer Management and Training & Enhancement Team.

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