Buddhist Council of NSW
Connecting the Buddhist communityA world where the dharma – the teachings and practices of the Buddha – are part of everyday life and contribute to the wellbeing of all
Our members
Members of the Buddhist Council include places of worship, retreat centres, educational institutions, and professional organisations in NSW and the ACT. Find out more about our members.

New to Buddhism?
Find out more about Buddhist teachings and the history of Buddhism in Australia.


Meditation, retreats and festivals
Explore the wide range of events offered by our member organisations.

Find a Buddhist centre
Search our directory of member organisations by location, tradition or culture.

Volunteer
Use your skills to help us build a strong and vibrant Buddhist community.

Buddhist chaplaincy

Buddhism in schools

Advocacy
We advocate on issues impacting Buddhist communities and important social concerns.
Our Stories
Professional Training In Buddhism And Psychotherapy
The Australian Association of Buddhist Counsellors and Psychotherapists (AABCAP) was established in November 2006 by a group of professionals interested in bringing together practitioners in the helping professions to discuss, learn, and study the overlapping areas of...
Hospital Chaplain Trish Nguyen: Supporting Multi-Faith Pastoral Care At Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
This week at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, the halls were abuzz with the spirit of collaboration and care as Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care Week was celebrated in full force. Among those leading the charge in promoting the vital role of spiritual care was Trish Nguyen,...
Buddhist Chaplains Upskill In Mental Health First Aid
Recently, Buddhist chaplains from hospitals and prisons across NSW gathered for an inspiring two-day Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training in Parramatta. The course was graciously facilitated by Nygell Topp, who travelled all the way from Port Hedland, Western...