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Welcome to Rainbodhi Singapore
LGBTQIA+ Buddhist Community
Rainbodhi is a spiritual friendship group for LGBTQIA+ Buddhists and an advocate for more inclusion and diversity in the broader Buddhist community. We offer meditation, Dhamma discussion and social events in a safe, supportive environment. We welcome everyone regardless of race, gender, sexuality, or ability. Rainbodhi is a non-sectarian Buddhist group, welcoming people from all faiths or with no faith. All our events are free.
Our name combines two words; rainbow representing our diverse community and bodhi the Buddhist concept of Enlightenment. We believe in inclusion, compassion and wisdom.
Welcoming the Rainbow:
A Guide to LGBTQIA+ Inclusion for Buddhists
Welcoming the Rainbow is Rainbodhi’s new resource promoting awareness and understanding of diversity for Buddhists in temples, organisations and retreat centres. It introduces basic LGBTQIA+ terminology and explains practical steps Buddhist organisations can take to help make Buddhist spaces more safe and welcoming for LGBTQIA+ people.
The guide is produced by Rainbodhi LGBTQIA+ Buddhist Community, a spiritual friendship group and advocate for more inclusion and diversity in the broader Buddhist community. Written by Rainbodhi founder, Bhante Akāliko and filled with gorgeous illustrations by Venerable Yodha, the booklet was made with input from LGBTQIA+ Buddhists and printed with the generous support of donors from around the world.
Events
Events in Singapore are conducted on a semi-regular basis. Follow our Telegram or Instagram for more details.
Get Together In The Park
A great opportunity to get to know LGBTQIA+ Buddhists who practice Dharma, and are interested in meditation. Sharing our insights as we practice the way of life.
Care and Share Dharma Study Group
We are a peer-led study group that usually focuses on a 5 - 10 minutes multimedia presentation. It could be reading an excerpt from a book, or watching a short video that related to the messages of Dharma.
Get Together In The Temple
Get to know Buddhism more through this interactive tour that brings insight to the different school of thoughts.
Resources
Media Releases
Press Releases & Reports
Monasteries and Groups
Non-sectarian LGBTQIA+
Friendly Monasteries and Groups
Books
LGBTQIA+ Buddhism Related
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Audio & Videos
LGBTQIA+ Related Dharma Talks & Channels
Articles
LGBTQIA+ Related Buddhist Writings
(A–Z by Author)
Counselling
Support & Services