activities · 6
what they do
direct service · 4
- Deliver meditation programs through structured online and in-person coursesDevelops and delivers a range of meditation programs including the secular "Joy of Living" and the Buddhist "Path of Liberation," offered as online courses, live cohort programs, and in-person events. Programs include the eight-week "Joy of Living" course, the six-month "Joy of Living Level 3" cohort with Mingyur Rinpoche, and the "Blueprints of Awakening Immersion Course" with monthly lessons.
- Host regular meditation events, gatherings, and retreats Tibetan Buddhist Meditation & Practice CommunityHosts online and in-person events featuring Mingyur Rinpoche, Tergar Lamas, and guest teachers, including monthly community programs via Zoom (September–May), "Nectar of the Path" meditation sessions, and global events with translation into multiple languages. Also hosts "Flourish," an interdisciplinary event exploring human potential with experts in neuroscience, psychology, and contemplative traditions.
- Operate online platforms for Buddhist and secular meditation trainingRuns "Vajrayana Online," a dedicated platform offering courses, webinars, and retreats in Buddhist meditation, including advanced Vajrayana practices and the "Path of Liberation." Also delivers the "Anytime Anywhere Meditation" (AAM) program, a secular offering that introduces core meditation practices.
- Support global meditation communities and local practice groups Tibetan Buddhist Meditation & Practice CommunityFacilitates Tergar meditation groups and communities worldwide, providing access to study programs, meditation techniques, and community engagement. Includes ongoing support through monthly teachings from Mingyur Rinpoche and regional activities such as those at the Tergar Mingjue Phoenix Center led by Lama Trinley since 2007.
capacity building · 2
- Engage volunteers in community-building and practice integration Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementInvites community members to participate in volunteer activities as a means of applying meditation practice in daily life and strengthening community bonds.
- Train and license meditation teachersOffers a year-long online Meditation Teacher Program under the guidance of Mingyur Rinpoche, training individuals to teach meditation. The program has produced 89 graduates licensed to teach the Anytime Anywhere Meditation (AAM) curriculum.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- Accessible Meditation through Integrated Wisdom and Science integrated approachCombines traditional Buddhist meditation teachings with modern scientific understanding of the mind and mental health to make practices relatable and effective for contemporary audiences.
- Community-Centered Practice Model community-building-through-serviceFosters personal and collective growth by embedding meditation practice within global community groups, believing that shared practice creates a ripple effect of awareness, compassion, and wisdom in the world.
- Inclusive, Multi-Path Spiritual Framework inclusive spiritual practiceOffers parallel pathways—one secular ("Joy of Living") and one Buddhist ("Path of Liberation")—to accommodate diverse spiritual backgrounds, ensuring accessibility for all faiths and cultures while maintaining authentic lineage practices.
- Practice in Daily Life practice-in-daily-lifeVolunteering and service are framed as an extension of meditation practice, integrating mindfulness and compassion into everyday actions as a path of personal transformation.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
JOL group practices and retreats
Leads group meditation practices and retreats for the community.
Joy of Living (JOL) workshops and online classes
Offers workshops and online classes focused on meditation practices, mindfulness, and compassion.
relationships · 16
who they work with
- Antoine Lutz Partner — Collaborated on research projects studying the effects of meditation on the brain and mind.
- Healthy Minds Innovations Partner — Cortland Dahl, an instructor for Tergar, serves as Research Scientist and Chief Contemplative Officer at Healthy Minds Innovations, an affiliated non-profit of UW-Madison’s Center for Healthy Minds.
- Humin Partner — Stephanie Wagner, a facilitator for Tergar, is the Director of Learning and Development at Humin, a nonprofit founded by neuroscientist Richard Davidson.
- Insight Meditation Society (IMS) Partner — Edwin Kelley and Myoshin Kelley, instructors for Tergar, previously held leadership and teaching positions at IMS.
- Netflix Partner — Mingyur Rinpoche appeared in the Netflix series "The Mind, Explained".
- Richard Davidson Partner — Collaborated on research projects studying the effects of meditation on the brain and mind.
- Saint John’s University Partner — Hosted Mingyur Rinpoche's first summer program and additional video recordings.
- Tergar Asia Partner — Formed as one of two organizations to unite students globally.
- Tergar Asia Partner — Sister organization that partners with Tergar International in delivering Tergar programs.
- Tergar Charity Nepal Partner — George Hughes, a facilitator for Tergar, serves as Program Coordinator for Tergar Charity Nepal's annual Meditation Journey treks.
- Tergar International Partner — Formed as one of two organizations to unite students globally, with a primary focus on program development.
- University of Wisconsin Partner — Collaborated on research projects studying the effects of meditation on the brain and mind.
- University of Wisconsin-Madison Partner — Cortland Dahl, an instructor for Tergar, serves as Research Scientist and Chief Contemplative Officer at UW-Madison’s Center for Healthy Minds.
- Yongey Foundation Partner — Founded by Mingyur Rinpoche with Tim Olmsted to support his monasteries in Asia.
- Yongey Foundation Partner — Tim Olmsted, an instructor for Tergar, started the Yongey Foundation to support and promote Mingyur Rinpoche’s activities in the West.
- Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche Partner — Operates under the guidance of Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche.