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	The Buddhist Council of New South Wales Homepage: http://www.buddhistcouncil.org/ Our vision is for a “Dharma Community with Open Arms”. Buddhism varies in its practice from country to country, from tradition to tradition, and from teacher to teacher. The Buddha himself recognised that the vehicle for his Dharma teaching would adapt and change over time and in different places. A Dharma Community brings all Buddhist traditions and schools together. While respecting the distinct value and heritage of each tradition, a Dharma Community emphasises the essence of the Buddha’s teaching which is common to all Buddhist schools and traditions. The Buddhist Council of NSW therefore encourages all Buddhist groups, temples and societies to come together to appreciate each other through the essence of the Dharma itself.
	Tzu Chi Foundation Homepage: http://www.tzuchi.org/ The Tzu Chi Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 1966 by Dharma Master Cheng Yen in the impoverished east coast of Taiwan. The Foundation has been contributing to better social and community services, medical care, education and humanism in Taiwan for nearly 40 years. Master Cheng Yen firmly believes that suffering in this world is caused by material deprivation and spiritual poverty. She felt that "lack of love for others" has been the root of many problems in this world. "To save the world, we must begin by transforming human hearts." A volunteer-based, spiritual as well as welfare organization, Tzu Chi’s missions focus on giving material aid and inspiring love and humanity in both the givers and receivers. Since its founding, the Foundation has dedicated itself in the field of charity, medicine, education, environmental protection, as well as the promotion of humanistic values and community volunteerism. The humanitarian work is both a means to help those in need, and also a way to open the eyes of the volunteer to the harsher side of life, so that through giving, they may find spiritual happiness and life's true meaning.
	Bodhi Books and Gifts Homepage: http://www.bodhistore.com.au/ Bodhi is a non-profit business selling a comprehensive range of Buddhist teachings as well as ethically traded giftware. The Bodhi team seek to engage in ethical, non-exploitative and spiritually beneficial business. Come and browse our many hundreds of Buddhist books, meditation CD’s, cards, devotional images and our range of giftware from communities around the world.
	Dhammakaya International Society of Australia Homepage: http://www.dhammakaya.org.au/ DISA is a non-profit charitable organization. DISA was kindly given permission to set up a Meditation Centre by Phra Rajbhavanavisuddhi (the Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya Thailand) to promote Buddhism, the Dhammakaya knowledge and to teach meditation for World Peace through Inner Peace. DISA organized regular Sunday Meditation under the patronage and encouragement of the Abbot whose guidance is based on the Lord Buddha's teaching. In 1992 meditation guidance took place via sound relay from Wat Phra Dhammakaya to correspond with "Dhammakaya time". The number of members increased continually and the group was registered as DISA in 1997.
	Amitabha Buddhist Association of New South Wales Homepage: http://www.amtb.org.tw/ The Amitabha Buddhist Association Incorporated was founded in 1999 and has since grown from strength to strength. Under the wise inspiration of Venerable Master Chin Kung and the guidance of Venerable Wu Shin, the Association has grown from a few devoted members to its present strength of over 150 members. Our membership consists of people , mainly, of both Chinese and Vietnamese ethnic backgrounds. Our activities include regular chanting of the Buddha's name each weekend, Di Zi Gui teaching for childen, parents and both English and Vietnamese speakers. We have occasional Dharma teachings by visiting Sangha, as well as free book, CD and DVD distribution seven days a week. At the moment the Association is providing seven teachers for weekly scripture teaching in New South Wales State Schools for Buddhist students. The Association also has an accredited Buddhist Chaplain visiting three gaols in New South Wales to provide religious instruction and counseling to Buddhist prisoners.
	Australian Association of Buddhist Counsellors and Psychotherapists Homepage: http://buddhismandpsychotherapy.org/ The purpose of The Australian Association of Buddhist Counsellors and Psychotherapists (AABCAP) is to bring therapists together in order to discuss, learn and study the two disciplines of psychotherapy and Buddhism, with the purpose of integrating their experience and knowledge into daily life and their work. The intention is that we all benefit from the depth of Buddhist psychology and practice. There is much to benefit us, as well as others, in our attempt to integrate Western Psychotherapy with Eastern Buddhism. With this in mind, it is AABCAP's intention to formulate a Buddhism and Psychotherapy Course at a tertiary educational level.
	University Buddhist Education Foundation Homepage: http://www.buddhistfoundation.org/index.html The University Buddhist Education Foundation (UBEF) is a not-for-profit trust, which was established in December 2000 for the purpose of funding the teaching of Buddhist Studies within universities in Australia. The UBEF was formally launched on the 8th of April 2001 at the Chinese Gardens, Darling Harbour, Sydney, in the distinguished presence of Her Excellency Professor Marie Bashir AC, Governor of New South Wales. Since its launch the foundation has supported Buddhist Studies at the University of Sydney, initially by funding the teaching of two units of study (Pali and Buddhist Philosophy) and more recently by funding a lectureship in Buddhist Studies within the Department of Indian Sub-continental Studies. The UBEF is also committed to funding a professorship in Buddhist Studies (3 years).
	Buddhist Library Homepage: http://www.buddhistlibrary.org.au/ The Buddhist Library and Meditation Centre is a non-sectarian, not-for-profit religious and educational organization based in Camperdown, Sydney. The centre was founded in 1991 by a group of individuals committed to raising public awareness about Buddhism. Our core aim is to provide courses, information and Buddhist resources to our members, the public, other Buddhist organisations in Australia, and the media. Recently the Buddhist Library has pioneered the Cambodia Project which is an ongoing commitment. We do not receive government funding. Our income is generated from donations and our activities.
	Mahayana Youth Initiative for Interconnectedness Homepage: http://www.myi4i.org/ The Spiritual Director of MYI4I is Venerable Thubten Tenzin, Abbess of Tharpa Choeling Abbey. MYI4I promotes inner peace and world peace, going vegetarian, meditation and prayer and environmental responsibility, all for young people! We provide free gifts for youth: Origami, Peace candle holders, The Way Booklets, Badges, Vegetable based soaps, Meditations CDs, Colour-in Mandalas, Compassion Lanterns, Incense, prayer bead kits, vegetarian lollies
	YogiWear Homepage: http://www.yogiwear.com.au/ Yogiwear is an Australian based company that designs, manufactures and wholesales yoga, pilates and meditation garments and accessories. The guiding principle of the company is to independently create a line of yoga, pilates and meditation products that will satisfy customers in this growing market and also allow staff and contributors to express their creative vision of the benefits of spirituality and alternative fitness.
	Figureight Homepage: www.figureight.org A community-based organisation supplying quality event production and technical equipment to councils, festivals, organisations, community groups and artists. Community events are our passion and specialty. We thrive on creating beautiful celebrations that bring happiness, education, inspiration and a real sense of togetherness for all the participants. We enjoy watching people walk away having had a truly inspiring experience. Our core values are in community, creativity and sustainability.
	Nui Homepage: www.nuigeneration.com The NUI Generation is a global movement inspired by the principles of ethical, sustainable and fair. We are passionate about effecting positive and sustainable change through our purchasing choices and improving the livelihoods of communities in the South Pacific. Our members become stakeholders in NUI and participate in the stories of our pacific island partners. The South Pacific region is at the forefront of climate change and we can all make a difference. Receive special offers, eco-news, recipes and health information on our certified organic, fairly traded and sustainable product ranges. Purchase your choice of organic coconut, cacao and essential body care on our website.
	Sustainable Living for a Sustainable Earth (SLSE) Homepage: www.slse.edu.au Sustainable Living for a Sustainable Earth (SLSE) is dedicated to: researching the links between the psychological condition of human beings and current ecological crises making destructive behaviours towards the social and natural environment redundant working with individuals and groups to facilitate wellbeing by enhancing of psychosocial, physio-emotional, and environmental sustainability
	Wat Buddha Dhamma Homepage: http://wbd.org.au/ Wat Buddha Dhamma is a Buddhist retreat centre and hermitage founded in the Theravadin forest tradition. Nestled within the Dharug National Park, the Wat's 90 hectares are virtually indistinguishable from the beautiful bushland that surrounds it. The Wat welcomes enquirers into and practitioners of Buddhist meditation. It is a centre for the development and practice of skilful living, calm and insight, and for loving-kindness.
	Aloka Foundation Homepage: http://www.alokafoundation.org/ Aloka Foundation is a non-profit organisation incorporated in 2002 to establish and operate retreat centres and carry out activities to promote educational, humanitarian and spiritual activities for the well being and happiness for all Malaysians of any race, creed or religion.
	Australian Institute of Buddhist Learning and Practice Homepage: http://aiblp.fateback.com/
	Dharma Drum Mountain Homepage: http://www.ddm.org.au/ This section will be updated soon!
	Acts of Kindness Homepage: http://www.actsofkindness.org.au/ A website for the purpose of encouraging more acts of kindness. Each year in the month of May, Buddhists come together to celebrate Vesak, to recognise the life and the teachings of the Buddha who lived more than 2500 years ago in Northern India. The Buddha taught a peaceful and compassionate way of living. What better way to celebrate the Buddha's life and teachings than to multiply acts of kindness. We invite you to contribute any act of kindness that you have performed, received, or observed. Sharing your act of kindness can encourage others. By celebrating and putting a spotlight on acts of kindness, we become more aware of the benefits of kindness for ourselves and others. The more we think about kindness, the more we use kindness in our words and actions. To reach even more people, we intend to publish many of these heart-warming stories in a booklet called Acts of Kindness for free distribution.

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