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Guided by wisdom
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Our community, in motion

Many hands. One caring community.

From sharing knowledge to serving our neighbours, every gathering is a chance to put compassion into action.

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Good things happen when people come together. Read the latest updates, celebrations and moments of service from YMBA Welisara.

Bhikkhu teaching series deepens understanding of the Four Noble Truths

14 Aug 2026 3 photos Community story Aug 14, 2026 Bhikkhu teaching series deepens understanding of the Four Noble Truths A reflective session on compassion, wisdom, and mindful living. Read the story

Poya Day clean-up restores harmony to shared spaces

02 Jul 2026 3 photos Community story Jul 2, 2026 Poya Day clean-up restores harmony to shared spaces Members came together to care for streets, gardens, and temple grounds. Read the story

Buddhist Youth Leadership Forum sparks meaningful dialogue

18 Jun 2026 3 photos Community story Jun 18, 2026 Buddhist Youth Leadership Forum sparks meaningful dialogue Young leaders gathered to discuss service, ethics, and community action. Read the story

Vesak Lantern Workshop inspires creative community learning

08 May 2026 3 photos Community story May 8, 2026 Vesak Lantern Workshop inspires creative community learning Volunteers crafted lanterns and reflected on the light of wisdom and compassion. Read the story

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There’s a place for you in our community.

Bring a kind heart, a curious mind and a willingness to help. Together, we can make each gathering meaningful.

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Upcoming & recent events

Make time for connection, learning and service. Discover what’s coming up and revisit the gatherings that brought us together.

Welisara Vesak Celebration

01 Nov 2026 3 photos Coming up Nov 1, 2026 Welisara Vesak Celebration A joyful gathering of devotion, music, and community service. View event details

Mindfulness Retreat Weekend

15 Nov 2026 3 photos Coming up Nov 15, 2026 Mindfulness Retreat Weekend A calm retreat for reflection, breathing, and inner renewal. View event details

Alms Giving & Community Care Day

29 Nov 2026 3 photos Coming up Nov 29, 2026 Alms Giving & Community Care Day A day of generosity that supported families and uplifted the neighbourhood. View event details

Alms Giving & Community Care Day Welisara

29 Nov 2026 3 photos Coming up Nov 29, 2026 Alms Giving & Community Care Day Welisara A day of generosity that supported families and uplifted the neighbourhood. View event details

Buddha Jayanti Seminar

13 Dec 2026 3 photos Coming up Dec 13, 2026 Buddha Jayanti Seminar An inspiring learning event on compassion, ethics, and modern application. View event details

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Good things grow when we grow together.

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