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Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project
16 Blenheim Close
Shepreth
Royston
SG8 6PT (registered not postal address) "Herstory" In The Making! We aim to:

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Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project was founded by Ven Canda in 2016 at the request of her teacher Ajahn Brahm, who serves as Spiritual Adviser. Anukampa means the wise compassion that alleviates suffering and its cause, and was the quality that motivated the Buddha to teach. Promote the teachings and practices of Early Buddhism, leading to full Awakening.

2. Establish the first "Forest Monastery" in England where women can train towards full (bhikkhuni) ordination! We are raising enthusiasm and funds for this project by organising retreats, talks and discussion groups, that present the Buddha's teachings in an authentic, relevant and accessible way. Anukampa is committed to inclusivity by welcoming everyone, including LGBTQIA+ people and those of every ethnicity, race and background, both to our events and as guests. Get involved with our friendly community to deepen your practice and help make our vision a reality! For information about our online and live teachings and events, please visit www.anukampaproject.org/events

“What should be done for his disciples out of compassion (anukampa) by a teacher who seeks their welfare and has compassion for them, that I have done for you, bhikkhus. There are these roots of trees, these empty huts. Meditate, bhikkhus, do not delay or else you will regret it later. This is our instruction to you.”—The Buddha MN19, Dvedhāvitakkasutta.

05/11/2026

Ajahn Brahm to Open the 13th Global Buddhist Conference in Kraków

Organized by the Theravāda Foundation and the Polish Association of Early Buddhism, the conference will be international and hybrid in format, offering both in-person participation and a live online broadcast for global audiences.

Among the confirmed speakers are Ajahn Sona (Canada), Ayya Canda (UK), Ven. Vimala (Belgium), Bhante Sunyo (Australia), Ayya Kārunikā (Australia), Ayya Vimalanyani (Germany), Beth Upton (Spain), Alexander Wynne (Thailand), Dr. Santosh Raut (USA), Grzegorz P***k (Poland), and Venerable Chi Chern (Malaysia). They represent leading monasteries and academic institutions, including Bodhinyana Monastery, Santi Forest Monastery, Empty Cloud, Anukampa Grove, Harvard Divinity School and Mahidol University.

ICE Kraków, one of the largest and most modern conference centres in Poland, will host several thousand attendees. Sessions will take place simultaneously in two large halls, offering parallel tracks of talks, workshops, and discussions. The program includes lectures, themed panels, group meditations and open Q&A sessions. The full schedule will be updated regularly.

For the full programme please visit their website https://buddha2026.org/en/conference-program/

This is the link to the livestream:
https://buddha2026.org/en/join-online/

03/11/2026

Greetings dear friends after a long break on retreat! I returned back from vassa in Perth a week ago and am now looking forward to seeing many of you at our upcoming events with Ajahn Brahm in Oxford, London and Dorest, starting next Tuesday!

Deep gratitude to all those who have supported my retreat including all the bhikkhunis who offered teachings online in my absence, those who cared for our young trees, and those who sponsored my requisite needs so generously in Perth. Thanks too to the Anukampa community for your spiritual friendship - its a joy to be back and a privilege to have the opportunity to serve with renewed energy!

31/10/2026

Rains Retreat Reflections and Q&A with Ajahn Candā
Sunday 1st November 19:30 – 21:00 GMT

Join Ajahn Candā for an insightful Q&A session about her time on the annual Rains Retreat, or Vassa. Each year, monastics spend three months in retreat, deepening their practice and observing their commitments. Curious what Vassa is all about? Feel free to bring your questions to the conversation.

Please find the Zoom joining details at https://anukampaproject.org/regular-events/

23/10/2026

Please note a correction for the timing mentioned in the newsletter for Ayya Soma's talk this Sunday should be 19:30-21:00 GMT not BST (full details at https://anukampaproject.org/regular-events/)

23/10/2026

This Sunday 25th October, Ayya Soma will join us to give her Dhamma talk on “Eating Ethically”, 19:30-21:00 GMT. All welcome to join via Zoom, full details at https://anukampaproject.org/regular-events/

The talk will then be uploaded to the Anukampa YouTube channel where all previous guest speaker's talks are also available for you to watch and absorb at leisure. 😊

Ajahn Candā returns to us after the vassa retreat for a talk on 1st November (details to follow).

https://youtube.com/?si=LfQ0VkCq-8jtvZf7

17/10/2026

This Sunday 18th October, we welcome back Ven Upekkha to give the Anukampa community a Dhamma talk on “Bring Your Life in Order – There’s No Time to Lose!”, 9:00-10:30am BST.

All welcome to join via Zoom with full access info at https://anukampaproject.org/regular-events/

17/10/2026

Ajahn Brahm’s “The Bliss of Enlightenment” UK Tour Poster
11– 24 Nov 2026 - Please kindly share widely 🙏

This year, Ajahn Brahm returns to the UK to share his insightful teachings and compassionate wisdom. Joined by Ajahn Canda, Ajahn Brahm will be offering a Dhamma talk in Oxford, an eight-day residential retreat at the tranquil Gaunts House in Dorset (fully booked) and a weekend non-residential retreat (places still available) at the Mercure Hotel, Oxford.
For full details and bookings please visit https://anukampaproject.org/special-events/

12/10/2026

Ajahn Brahm’s “The Bliss of Enlightenment” UK Tour
11– 24 Nov 2026

This year, Ajahn Brahm returns to the UK to share his insightful teachings and compassionate wisdom. Joined by Ajahn Canda, Ajahn Brahm will be offering a Dhamma talk in Oxford, an eight-day residential retreat at the tranquil Gaunts House in Dorset and a weekend non-residential retreat at the Mercure Hotel, Oxford.

For full details and bookings please visit https://anukampaproject.org/special-events/

Ajahn Brahm’s unique blend of humour, compassion and profound understanding of Buddhist principles is certain to enrich your practice, whether you are an experienced meditator or a newcomer. His teachings cover everyday life themes, providing valuable insights and practical guidance.

Ajahn Brahm is dedicated to visiting England yearly to support Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project’s charitable aims of spreading the Dhamma and developing Anukampa Grove, our new bhikkhuni residence. Anukampa Grove offers women the opportunity to practice and aspire towards full bhikkhuni ordination for the first time in UK history, and provides a nurturing environment for our warm-hearted and diverse community to flourish.

All proceeds from the tour help cover venue hire and other arrangements. Any excess funds will go towards the significant running costs of Anukampa Grove. There will also be a chance to donate at the end of each event towards the Sangha’s requisites, etc.

We strive to keep costs reasonable, thanks to the loving dedication of volunteers who freely offer their service; however if you need to, please contact us to ask for bursary support.

10/10/2026

Dear friends, our guest speaker for tomorrow Sunday 11th October is Ven Karunika who will kindly give a Dhamma talk from 9:00-10:30am BST
Full details for joining all live talks can be found at https://anukampaproject.org/regular-events/

To catch up on any you have missed, please find them on our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com//videos

06/10/2026

Venerable Therika gave a Dhamma talk for the Anukampa community on "The Power of Kindness in Daily Life" on Sunday 5th October

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