What would a mindful, open, collaborative research culture be like for you?
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Join this transformative online course, bringing to life the teachings in Thich Nhat Hanh’s book Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet (ZASP). The English Edition will run from 19th October to 7th December, register here. The Spanish Edition will take place from 24th October to 12th December. For further information, visit the webpage. 24th October - 19th November Join the sisters and lay community for 1–2 weeks of practice during Plum Village’s 90-day Rains Retreat — an ancient tradition dating back to the Buddha’s time. More information here.
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MLE announced the next cycle of the EVA, supporting scientific and scholarly examinations of contemplative techniques! Applications will be open from 27th October to 1st December 2025. Please check the EVA webpage and the call for proposals for full details on the awards, frequently asked questions, and eligibility criteria. |
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Join the Monastic Academy community for a week-long silent retreat. You will practice sitting meditation, engage in mindful grounds work, share two daily vegan meals, and dedicate your energy to maintaining mindfulness in every activity. Apply here. |
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Virtual Event
MLE and the Universitat Pompeu Fabra just announced this upcoming international, organized as a joint collaboration! The event will take place in Barcelona from 28th - 30th May 2026 (Thu - Sat). This gathering will bring the enactive approach into conversation with critical social theory, with a distinct focus on questions of power and care,… Continue reading “Power and Care: Enactive Approaches and Critical Social Philosophy” Conference – Submission Deadline |
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Saturday, 1st November Upaya Zen Center offers an in-person and online half-day, donation-based meditation orientation for beginners as well as experienced practitioners seeking a refresher. The program includes guidance in zazen, sitting posture, breathing, walking meditation and zendo etiquette, with time for Q&A. Register and donate here! |
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The conference brings together scholars and practitioners for an interdisciplinary exploration of contemplative practices. This year’s theme, “The Arc of Life and Death”, will be explored through plenary sessions, workshops, panels, posters, and periods of practice. Virtual participants will have full access to plenaries. |
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A special evening with Matthieu Ricard, exploring the meeting point of contemplative life and the art of photography. Drawing from his new book Lumière (Allary Éditions, 2025), Ricard reflects on photography as a meditative quest for light. Register here! |
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Continuing gentle bridges 🌿- Mindful activism This is the second gathering following ESRI workshop “Building Gentle Bridges between Contemplative Practices and Political Ecology. This online meeting will include a short talk and a guided visualisation practice — gentle invitations into shared reflection and dialogue. A co-created space for presence, exploration, and care open to all! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84134849288?pwd=Wbuy450mJ44E70z6jGMb0bwI1TTsjb.1… Continue reading Continuing the Conversation on Contemplative Practices and Political Ecology |
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MLE is supporting a new 10-week course (Jan-Mar 2026) developed and led by MLE Member and scientific advisor Dr. Hanne De Jaegher. The program is designed for healthcare professionals and shows how caring interactions shape patient outcomes and practitioner wellbeing. Application by 25th November. For further questions, write to hanne.de.jaegher@mindandlife-europe.org. |
Note: This is a curated selection of upcoming events (and application deadlines) related to open & contemplative science, research, scholarship, and practice. Times are given in CET/CEST unless stated otherwise.