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SUMMARY:The Bodhisattva Path in Action: How Buddhism\, Politics\, and Social Engagement Serve Democracy
DESCRIPTION:The Bodhisattva Path in Action: How Buddhism\, Politics\, and Social Engagement Serve Democracy \nThursday\, September 24th  6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ET \nCo-Sponsors: Buddhist Coalition for Democracy (BCD)\nInsight Meditation Community of Washington\, DC (IMCW) \n Intention: As communities navigate increasing polarization\, threats to democratic norms\, and growing social division\, many Buddhist practitioners are asking how the Dharma can inform compassionate and effective engagement in public life. This online forum will explore how Buddhist practice can support democratic values such as participation\, dialogue\, mutual respect\, shared responsibility\, and concern for the common good. Rather than focusing on political parties\, candidates\, or policy positions\, the discussion will examine how practitioners can embody Buddhist principles while engaging in civic and social life. \nPanelists: \nTara Brach\nSpiritual teacher\, psychologist\, and author. Tara’s teaching blends Western psychology and Eastern spiritual practices with a mindful attention to inner life and a dedication to creating a more just\, equitable\, and loving world. \nBen Connelly\nSoto Zen teacher and Dharma heir in the Katagiri lineage. Ben teaches mindfulness in a variety of secular contexts and works with multifaith groups focusing on intersectional liberation\, racial justice\, and climate justice. \nKaira Jewel Lingo\nFormer ordained Zen nun (and trainee of Thich Nhat Hanh)\, teacher of Buddhist meditation\, secular mindfulness\, and compassion practices\, as well as spiritual mentor with a focus on racial\, climate\, and social justice. \nA timely dialogue in advance of the midterm elections.  The forum will provide space for learning\, reflection\, and dialogue on how Buddhists can participate in social and political life in ways that are: \nGrounded in Buddha’s teachings.\nResponsive to present-day realities.\nSupportive of connection rather than division. \n  \nYou must pre-register for this event: https://imcw.org/event/?eventId=1747
URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/buddhism-politics-and-social-engagement-town-hall/
CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Engaged Buddhism,Virtual Event
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SUMMARY:BCD Poetry as Witness: A Contemplative Circle of Nature and Word (Recurring Monthly Group)
DESCRIPTION:Poetry as Witness is a monthly online contemplative circle of Nature & Word designed as a space for literary expression\, mindful witnessing\, and relational reflection. \nThe circle is facilitated by Lorena Saavedra-Smith\, BCD member\, poet\, pacha philosopher\, and ecopsychologist. Originally from Perú\, Lorena is a lifelong storyteller and keeper of Andean ancestral wisdom. \nThis circle invites both experienced writers and first-time participants to engage with poetry as a practice of presence. \n• Providing contemplative space for authentic expression \n• Encouraging mindful\, non-reactive speech \n• Cultivating moral imagination through shared language \nThe circle emphasizes presence over performance and listening over reaction. \nEach session begins with a brief meditation to ground participants in shared presence. A suggested monthly theme will gently orient the gathering and allow participants time to reflect and prepare writing connected to interconnectedness\, nature\, or lived experience. A short selected poem will open the evening and anchor collective reflection. \nTo get on this group’s mailing list\, write to poetryandnaturegroup@gmail.com. \nTo join on Zoom\, click on: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87407397997?pwd=s0JoQenCUv49aC5wLrBhNpIdqS42IC.1 \nOr use Meeting ID: 874 0739 7997 and Passcode: 468468. \n– \n 
URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-poetry-as-witness-a-contemplative-circle-of-nature-and-word-recurring-monthly-group/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Virtual Event
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