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August 21, 2026
EBMC's Stance on Gaza
East Bay Meditation Center’s Leadership Sangha and Staff join the resounding global chorus of people demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and all the occupied Palestinian territories.
Dharma Wisdom for Collective Liberation
Rooted in the belief that personal healing and collective liberation are inseparable, we foster a sanctuary for social action, interpersonal healing, and inclusive community. Here in community, we hold both the weight of the world and the joy of our shared practice.
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We believe spiritual teachings and community care should never have a price tag. Our center operates entirely on Dana (generosity), relying on the voluntary giving of our community rather than transactional fees. This model ensures our sanctuary remains radically accessible to all, regardless of financial means.
We don't just offer classes; we grow the Sangha. Our programs are designed to be accessible entry points, helping you transition from a visitor to an active, vital part of our beloved community.
The Alphabet Sangha is a weekly practice group offering Dharma talks and guided meditations led by LGBTQIA+ teachers for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, two-Spirit, queer, questioning, intersex, and same-gender-loving communities.
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The BIPOC Sangha is a welcoming community for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to practice meditation, cultivate resilience, and support one another on the path to liberation and inner peace.
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Every Body Every Mind Sangha is a weekly practice group for people living with disabilities, limitations, differences and chronic illnesses. EBEM offers teachings, guided practices, and practical exercises to develop empathy, kindness, and altruism towards oneself and others.
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Please join beloved teachers Larry Yang, Pawan Bareja, and Kimi Mojica for a daylong retreat where we’ll hold the Dharma as our compass, to guide us through difficult situations and support us to look deep within, while we hold differences within our communities with love and kindness. Our time together is about being a part of our beloved communities and staying in connection, not just during the easy joyful times, but also in the midst of our individual and collective struggles and sorrows.
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Please join EBMC Staff for an Appreciation Party, Sunday, September 27, 2026! We would love to connect with as many of you as possible and thank you for your wonderful service to our greater community. We will have karaoke, games, and art-making! Plus food! We'll set up seating inside and outside.
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For the tenth time, EBMC will offer two class series exploring what it means to creatively embody the Bodhisattva teachings. Those who complete both class series may participate in the final daylong and either witness or take Bodhisattva precepts and vows in order to strengthen their commitment to collective liberation. These are the same vows taken by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama and by Thich Nhat Hanh.
For the tenth time, EBMC will offer two class series exploring what it means to creatively embody the Bodhisattva teachings. Those who complete both class series may participate in the final daylong and either witness or take Bodhisattva precepts and vows in order to strengthen their commitment to collective liberation. These are the same vows taken by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama and by Thich Nhat Hanh.
August 21, 2026
East Bay Meditation Center’s Leadership Sangha and Staff join the resounding global chorus of people demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and all the occupied Palestinian territories.
June 30, 2026
Commit 2 Dharma: A Year-Long Spiritual Practice Program
June 30, 2026
Join Us at The New Parkway on July 8
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