Support the Bhikkhuni Sangha!
Welcome to the Alliance for Bhikkhunis! As a lay organization, our mission is to support fully ordained Theravada Buddhist nuns (bhikkunis), who because of the Vinaya (code of monastic disciplinary rules), cannot directly ask lay practitioners to address even their most basic needs. However, lay people are able to invite (Pavarana) their requests and respond as they are able. At this time we are focusing on supporting those bhikkhunis most in need of help during the COVID-19 crisis. Click on the button to find out what we are doing and to donate.
The Practice
of Dana
“The practice of giving is universally recognized as one of the most basic human virtues, a quality that testifies to the depth of one’s humanity and one’s capacity for self-transcendence. In the teaching of the Buddha, too, the practice of giving claims a place of special eminence, one which singles it out as being in …
Learn More2021 News
This page is a resource for information on Theravada bhikkhuni news worldwide. It provides information on recent ordinations, monastery updates, bhikkhuni events, and more. Visit to read the latest news on the growth of the emerging Theravada bhikkhuni sangha and its increasing influence in this world. News items are always welcome. Send to info@bhikkhuni.net and …
Learn MoreProjects
Funded
Two of Alliance for Bhikkhuni’s main goals are to raise funds in order to support fully ordained Theravada Buddhist women (bhikkhunis), as well as to educate the public about the renaissance of Buddhist female monastics. We are very grateful for the generous donations of our supporters which allow us to accomplish these goals. Contributions have …
Learn MoreAbout Us
As our mission is to encourage the growth of the International Bhikkhuni Sangha, our web presence not only facilitates bhikkhunis to apply for and receive financial support, but is also a venue for sharing their wisdom and their unique contribution of leadership in the Theravada Sangha.
Some of the features on our site include a library where you will find a large selection of articles by and about bhikkhunis, our projects page which highlights current bhikkhuni needs, and a directory of bhikkhuni monasteries and centers worldwide.
If you have any questions on the bhikkhuni sangha, feel free to email us at info@bhikkhuni.net
Photo Credits:
slide 1: Photo by Chase O’Flynn and Dominic McCarty. Ordination on Dec 3, 2017 at Dhammadharini.
slide 2: Bhikkhunis Hands Together – from Bhikkhuni Dhammakamala in Thailand Wat Thippayasathandhamma Koh Yoh, Songkhla
slide 3: Photo: Sampath Bandara. Photo is of the Upasampada for Ayya Santacari, Ayya Dhammavati and Ayya Vajira, on September 4th, 2016.
“New Documentary”: Photo by Małgorzata Dobrowolska, www.bhikkhuni-film.com.
Interview
New Documentary Film
Read Alliance for Bhikkhuni’s interview with Małgorzata Dobrowolska, director of the documentary film, “Bhikkhunī – Buddhism, Sri Lanka, Revolution”. >>
Interview
Susan Pembroke, AfB’s Founder
Over ten years ago, in 2007, Susan Pembroke founded the Alliance for Bhikkhunis. In this in-depth interview with Brenna Artinger, Susan shares her experiences and insights in founding the organization as well as her observations on the growth of the bhikkhuni sangha. […]