Since 16 July, 22 participants of the first Horticulture and Landscape course (HCL 001) have joyfully gathered every Saturday at Wisdom Park to learn basic horticulture skills. The classes are conducted by Dr. Chen Xing Wei Ph.D. (Horticulture). The 8-week course includes lectures and field practice to learn how to maintain the lush landscape of Wisdom Park.

From 9 – 11 July, 40 Nalanda leaders from Serdang and branches gathered at Wisdom Park for a 3-day Leaders’ Retreat to discuss pertinent issues & challenges in carrying out the Society’s mission. Leaders also explored ways to enhance leadership skills such as resolving conflict in interactive workshops.

On 18 – 19 June, 45 Nalanda youths and Dhamma School students gathered for learning and service at Wisdom Park. Over the two days, they developed strong bonds of friendship and learnt the importance of the community in ensuring continuous learning and growth as a young adult.

On 18 – 19 June, 50 participants and volunteers from BPS 306 Certificate in Buddhist Studies joined a two-day retreat at Wisdom Park hosted by Nalanda Institute. Participants were able to experience for themselves aspects of Buddhist way of living, and connected what they have learned in the course to their spiritual practice.