Union Theological Seminary – Thich Nhat Hanh Program for Engaged Buddhism

Description of Organization:

Founded in 1836, Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York is a professional and graduate school of Theology with a history of facilitating dialogue across religious, ethical, and ideological boundaries, in service of training religious and spiritual leaders committed to pursuing social justice and global well-being.

The Thích Nhất Hạnh Program for Engaged Buddhism promotes the following:

• Foster an understanding of aspects of the Buddhist tradition and the relationship within exegetical, ethical, legal, spiritual and      theological WHAT? Studies;
• Expose scholars and the public to the fields of social justice, interreligious engagement, and Asian religious traditions;
• Encourage dialogue among scholars and lay people;
• Facilitate the creation of new scholarships on Buddhism, public life and social justice activism;
• Cultivate and expand partnerships with Buddhist educational institutions in Asia.