The name Akashavana means forest retreat of luminous space. The community here aspire to preserve and protect this place of retreat in the spirit of going forth into simplicity and freedom.

We have agreed not to post anything onto Facebook or Instagram for the time being. This decision was initially inspired by the action of Amsterdam Buddhist Centre’s to remove their presence from social media. Our hope is that by consciously deciding to take a similar action we will open up the space for more conversation, consideration and dialogue about the use of social media in the context of our sangha. Hopefully these conversations can be had in person, or at the least via a medium that allows those conversing the time to listen to and consider the other party’s contribution.

We do not wish to negate the positive aspects of social media, and recognise that for many it is a source of connection and finding out about positive events and occurrences. Merely that we want to communicate with our audience in a more conscious and focussed way. For this reason you will find information about Akashavana on our website and our blog on the Buddhist Centre on line. If you would like to go on our mailing list to be informed of news or upcoming retreats, please email the community directly on community@akashavana.org.

Let’s keep talking and listening

With love

Bodhipaksini and Padmasakhi

Akashavana Community