Pioneering Project for Bhikkhunis in New Zealand

Throughout the ages, people have sought places of refuge to engage in deep meditative practice. Some have sought to become monastics, to dedicate themselves to contemplative practice and a life of service. Unfortunately, full ordination for women in the Theravada branch of Buddhism has gradually died out. Consequently opportunities for women to give themselves full-time to monastic life and deep practice has been greatly restricted, undersupported, and often denied.

To help remedy this situation, the New Zealand Bhikkhuni Sangha Trust (NZBST) is establishing the first meditation hermitage for bhikkhunis (fully ordained female Buddhist monastics) in this country. The first step is to purchase a residence in Hamilton, where monastic women can live, practice, and offer teachings to the community.

Through the generous support of donors, we have paid the deposit and secured most of the funds to purchase a house in Hamilton. However, we are $20K short to establish the residence and hope you will find it in your heart to help us achieve this by the 30th of November (property settlement date).

This is a historic step! Please go to our webpage to learn more:

https://bhikkhuni-sangha.org.nz

With respect and gratitude,

New Zealand Bhikkhuni Sangha Trust

If you have any questions, please contact: nz.bhikkhunitrust@gmail.com

In America, please make your tax-deductible donation via the Alliance for Bhikkhunis:

https://tinyurl.com/3n4ndwp8