about ibyc


NNBY organized its first IBYC on Feb 2013 at Bodhgaya, Bihar. Around 175 youth participated from different states of India and 40 participants were from 13 different countries. The convention was presided by Dh. Subhuti- UK and chief guest of the program was Dr Ong See Yew from Singapore. The theme of the convention was “CHANGE THE MIND, CHANGE THE WORLD”

Since the inception of NNBY from 2006 we believe in “Growing Together With Mutual Love and Friendship” and build the strong network not only within India but also across the border. NNBY has participated in many international Youth Exchange Program in countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, America, Nepal, England, etc.

The objective behind organizing such convention is to understand the wider perspective of Buddhist Art and culture, Social, historical, Dhammic and various other aspect of youth subjects of their countries. The gathering brings the enclosure to each other and build the compassionate growth among themselves. NNBY after every three years will organize IBYC and will invite youth from different countries to share their views to transform self and the world.

IBYC 2016

“Celebrating 60th Anniversary of Dhamma Revolution: 1956-2016”.

This International Buddhist Youth Convention was our second one which was attended by 139 participants which includes 21 international participants from UK, Australia, Scotland and Singapore. In this IBYC2016 all the international participants were from the Triratna Buddhist Community from 4 countries which includes 4 order members (Dhammachari).

On 6th of Oct 2016 after completing all the registration process, IBYC2016 was officially inaugurated by Dh Subhuti in the evening. The international participants introduced themselves to the Indian participants.

Next four days (7th to 10th Oct) Dh Subhuti led the Convention exploring the theme of conversion and what is it that we need to do in order to complete this process of conversion. Subhuti has long been a guiding influence for the Triratna Buddhist Community centres throughout the UK and Europe as well as the Americas, India and Australasia. For the last 25 years Subhuti has been instrumental in the growth of the Indian wing of the movement, currently spending 6 months a year working particularly closely with the men’s ordination team here.

The participants were divided into 13 different groups for Group Discussions which used to be immediately daily after the main session of Dh Subhuti. Discussions and sharing was based on the main talk. Group discussion helped the participants to be more connected with each other due personal sharing in the groups. The participants were exploring the newer outlook for dissemination of better and happier world.

During the convention, four Floating Sessions were held each on two days. These floating sessions were lead by Dh Maitriveer Nagarjuna, Dh Vidyaruchi, Dh Sanghadhara, Dh Amrutsiddhi and Dh Shraddhavajri. Floating sessions helped the participants to explore more of dhamma from these leaders.

Panel discussion was held on two days which was led by Dh Subhuti and Dh Maitriveer Nagarjuna respectively. Conversion Movement and Social transformation were the two topics which was anticipated by 3 International and 3 Indian participants respectively during these two Panel Discussions.

Cultural and Harvesting Period was held every evening which made the participants to share their talents with others. There was dance, music, play and short documentary during these times.

Activity Presentation were given by different participants to share the work they are doing in their respective countries and areas. Lizzie Guniness and team gave presentation on Karuna Trust. Angela Riley and team gave Presentation on Sydney Buddhist Centre (SBC). Clear Vision Trust presentation was given by Dh. Sanghadhara and Dh Mokshapriya. Dh. Vidyaruchi gave presentation on UK Buddhist Youth Movement. Stephanie and team gave presentation on London Buddhist Centre(LBC).

On part of Indian NNBY Team, Vikash and Shubhangi gave the presentation of NNBY structure. Vaibhav, Milind and team gave the presentation of the North India NNBY activities. Vikash and Nitin gave the presentation of the Bihar NNBY activities. Sayuri, Anom and team gave presentation on Universal Network of Buddhist Children (UNBC).

Every morning would start by Meditation and Chi Kung exercises to integrate physical postures, breathing techniques and focused intention. This would help the participants to be more focused the whole day.

On the final day of the convention, 11th Oct, which was the day marking the 60th anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s conversion to Buddhism and immediate conversions of his followers, we joined the thousands of others in the place of conversion, Dikshabhumi in Nagpur. On reaching the Dikshabhumi we inaugurated the stall of NNBY which was setup for the promotion of the 10th National Convention which is to be held on 25th December 2016. There after we all visited the stall of Triratna, where Dh Maitriveer Nagarjuna gave the details of the conversion and its importance. We all then took the 22 vows as prescribed by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar along with hundreds of the followers who came to pay homage at Dikshabhumi. Thus was the final conclusion of the convention.

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Objectives

Beholding and nurturing Dhammic values with young people around the world.

Cherishing the historic land of Dhamma forged by Emperor ASHOKA.

Exploring newer approaches to disseminating the Dhamma as a means to the creation of a better & happier world.

Networking with the International Triratna Buddhist Order for more synergic Dhamma movements for Liberty, Equality & Fraternity amongst participants.


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Audience

Youth leaders from worldwide Triratna Buddhist Sangha (TBM).

Youth leaders from Indian Triratna Buddhist Sangha (TBM).

NNBY Activist and Leaders.








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date

6th to 11th October 2016

Venue

Huen Tsang Retreat Centre, Bordharan, Wardha, Maharashtra-India

Led By

Dh. Subhuti & Dh. Maitriveer Nagarjuna

Host

National Network of Buddhist Youth (NNBY) India

Co-Host

Triratna Buddhist Community, India.
Huen Tsang Retreat Centre, Bordharan, Wardha, Maharashtra-India

Registration Fees

International Participant: Rs. 11000/- (Approx $170.00)

Indian Participant: Rs. 3000/-

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Registration

Registration process for IBYC2016 was through online form only.
All those who wanted to participate in the IBYC2016 had to fill the Online form before 30th Sept 2016. The filled up form was then verified by the Registration Team and then an Registration ID was mailed back to the participant along with the online payment link.
This was the first time where in NNBY event we used online registration process for participation. More than 80% of the participant had confirmed their registration through online form. There was also option for opting sponsorship by the partcipants who could not afford to pay the retreat fees of Rs. 3000/-






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OPTIONAL TOUR TO FOLLOW

Visit to Buddhist Historical Places

1. Maharashtra caves tour to Ajanta & Ellora and relevant sites

2. North India Tour at Buddhist pilgrimage sites

Please Note:
Tour charges is not included in Registration Fees and will be charged separately. Interested participant should intimate and do prior registration in advance for tour so with their registration form. Itinerary and other details will be mailed to you on your confirmed registration.

Major Outcome OF IBYC2016


Building International relationships to practice Dharma deeply across the world



  • To maintain International Relationships:
    • International Youth Exchange Program: We can travel to each other’s country and live in community and design such activities which can help us to better understand the conditions in each other’s country so that the knowledge ideas etc. could be motivated and supported for Dharma practice.
    • In order to stay updated and connected, co-ordinate with the organizer's from every region from different countries and exchange their work, their planning and strategies on social networking sites.
    • By encouraging youths to make deep spiritual friendship with maximum of two or three friends they have met on Convention.
  • Fundraising:
    • We need to share fundraising knowledge (strategies, ways of planning etc.).
    • Learn how to fundraise in our individual regions using shared knowledge
  • Media teams:
    • Linking with Clear Vision we will share the activities that we are doing in our countries.
    • Create a media team across the nations to share learnings and discussions.

LINKS & DOWNLOADS

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