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EBA provides college level classes on Buddhism to the incarcerated in So California prisons. We also offer Buddhist teachings and mindfulness meditation.

The Engaged Buddhist Alliance (EBA) provides college level classes on Buddhism to incarcerated individuals in So Calif state prisons. We employ a contemplative pedagogy that includes critical as well as experiential learning. The EBA serves as a hub to coordinate the efforts of member organizations working in California prisons and jails. Through the Buddhist understanding of interdependence, we see the over 2.4 million people incarcerated in the U.S. today as a manifestation of collective suffering and injustice. Based on this awareness we feel compelled to act out of compassion. According to a study published in 2013 by the Rand Corporation, incarcerated individuals who engage in education programs lower their odds of recidivism by 43%. The study also showed that for every dollar spent on prison education, five dollars were saved in future incarceration costs. Berkeley professor emeritus and renowned Buddhist scholar, Dr. Lewis Lancaster, proposed in the Spring of 2013 that graduate students at the University of the West (A University in Los Angeles) begin teaching college-level classes in southern Californian state prisons. A number of religious studies and divinity students responded to his invitation. Another motivating factor for the students was reading Michelle Alexander's book, The New Jim Crow, as part of a divinity class at UWest which looked at the causes and conditions of mass incarceration. Classes started at Calipatria and Chuckawalla state prisons in the summer of 2013.

11/03/2026

At CIW (5:30pm-7:30pm) Nine ladies came to meditate with me for 70 minutes cultivating stillness and compassion.
Topic of discussion: Cultivating Calm and Stillness

11/02/2026

At CIW (1pm-3pm) Nine ladies came to meditate with me for an hour cultivating stillness and compassion.
Magazines donated by Anne!

11/01/2026

CofC (Cloud of Compassion) Sangha: Catching up and meditating in our safe circle this morning 🙏

10/27/2026

Our Summer 2026 Newsletter…

10/27/2026

At CIW (5:30pm-7:30pm) Seven ladies came to meditate with me for 70 minutes cultivating stillness and compassion.
Topic of discussion: Cultivating Gratitude and Joy from The Gifts of Imperfection

10/26/2026

At CIW (1pm-3pm) Six ladies came to meditate with me for an hour cultivating stillness and compassion.
Magazines donated by Anne 🙏

10/26/2026

C of C Sunday Meditation🪷

10/26/2026

I spent the weekend up north for a couple of talks and met with some of the brothers.
By De H. 🙏

10/21/2026

My documentary, On My Road to Dharma, has been accepted by the San Quentin Film Festival for online viewing starting Oct 26-Nov 8, 2026. Afterward, it will be played in all CDCR’s institutional TV!
By De H. 🙏

10/20/2026

Daylong Meditations Make an Impact - https://mailchi.mp/7594f0de190d/addiction-not-a-choice-an-illness-6431261

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Rosemead, CA
91770

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(877) 990-7455

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