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Restore and Maintain our Meditation Centre

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The experience

Manjushri KMC (MKMC) is the Mother Centre of the New Kadampa Tradition. MKMC offers everyone the opportunity to learn how to experience greater peace of mind. As a building volunteer you will help to maintain and improve the physical conditions of the Centre, contributing towards the overall experience of everyone who visits. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone with painting, decorating, building or carpentry knowledge or experience.

What you offer

30 hours of help per week

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

What you get

2 days off per week

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate English

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

The Spiritual Programme
As a volunteering visitor you are welcome to take part in many of the spiritual activities at Manjushri Centre. At present we have daily guided 15 minute meditations as well as evening classes and courses over the weekend.

Activities & Shift

Typically you will volunteer Monday to Friday but depending on the activity, it may also include weekends. You will have two days free each week when you can explore the Lakes, or just relax in the friendly atmosphere of the centre.

Rules

To maintain a peaceful environment for everyone, we ask that all our volunteers follow some basic principals of living within a Buddhist community, namely; not to drink alcohol, smoke, or eat meat on the premises. We also ask you not to play musical instruments, and to use headphones if listening to music.