11th Sakyadhita International Conference on Buddhist Women

Basics

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Conference Theme: Eminent Buddhist Women

Sakyadhita is pleased to announce that the 11th Sakyadhita International Conference on Buddhist Women will be held in Ho Chi Minh City from December 28, 2009, to January 3, 2010. Temple tours in the vicinity of Ho Chi Minh City will be arranged on January 4 and 5. Optional tours to Hue and Hanoi are available from January 6 to 10.

Panel Themes

  • Buddhist Women and Leadership
  • Eminent Women in Buddhist History
  • Buddhist Women Teachers: Lay and Ordained
  • Dialogue Across Cultures: Defining Eminence
  • Socially Engaged Buddhist Women
  • Dharma Across Generations and Cultures
  • Buddhist Women and Global Poverty
  • Teaching Dharma in Prisons
  • Buddhism and Diversity
  • Buddhist Education Across Cultures
  • Living Simply, Protecting the Environment

Workshop Themes

  • Dharma in Motion, Mindfulness in Action
  • Diversity: Meditation Traditions
  • Leadership for Buddhist Women's Groups
  • Dharma with Children: East and West
  • Compassionate Communications
  • Understanding Domestic Violence
  • Engaging Buddhist Laywomen
  • Mindful Asian Dance: Cultural Impact along the Buddhist Path
  • Conflict Transformation
  • Buddhist Practice in Relationships

Conference Fee: A non-refundable conference fee of US $50 guarantees your registration.

Deadline for Registration: Registrations must be received by October 1, 2009. Space is limited, so be sure to register early.