14th Sakyadhita International Conference on Buddhist Women
“Compassion and Social Justice”
Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2015 June 23 - 30
SAKYADHITA IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE
The 14th Sakyadhita Conference will be held in Indonesia at the Sambi Resort, located in the highlands on the outskirts of Yogyakarta. The tropical ambiance and spacious grounds at Sambi are an ideal setting for meditation, educational presentations, workshops, interactive discussions, and cultural exchanges. All voices are welcome at the Sakyadhita conferences: women and men, lay and ordained of all ages, nationalities, and perspectives.
SAKYADHITA, COMPASSION AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
Over many centuries, Buddhist women have made significant contributions to the spiritual and social well-being of their communities. Nevertheless, Buddhist women are frequently excluded from the processes that shape their communities, such as negotiations among religious, governmental
and social leaders. Decision makers and social activists may be unfamiliar with Buddhist women’s contributions, while Buddhist women may remain disconnected from the overarching issues that affect their daily lives. The 14th Sakyadhita Conference will provide an opportunity to discuss creating better connections between Dharma and the social and political dimensions of women’s experience. Together, we will explore how compassion and spiritual development can help shape a more just and peaceful world.
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Arrival in Yogyakarta June 21–22
Conference dates June 23–30
Cultural tour July 1–2
Depart Yogyakarta July 3
CONFERENCE & HIGHLIGHTS
Panel topics include:
* Diversity & Multiculturalism
* Trans-Buddhist Dialogue
* Pioneering Indonesian Buddhist Women
* In the Spirit of Compassion
* Bhikkhuni Ordination: Benefits & Barriers
* Equality, Respect & Lay/ Monastic Relations
* The Buddhism of Borobudur
* Feminism as Compassionate Activism
* Zen Practice at Perfect Illumination Monastery
* Building a Smart-Living Community
* Honoring the Body in Buddhist Traditions
* Everyday Dharma for Future Mothers
* Rapping for Generations
* Buddhist Women’s Leadership & the Environmental Crisis
* Gender and Sexual Diversity
* and many others!
REGISTRATION AND COSTS
All participants, including presenters and volunteers, are required to register for the conference and to pay the registration fee. The registration fee includes conference packet and all conference sessions. It does NOT include meals and accommodations. If you register online or by mail and forget to pay your registration fee, your registration will be canceled and you will have to begin the registration process all over again. Registration fees are non-refunable.
(All costs in USD)
Early bird registration by March 1: $60
Regular registration by April 15: $80
Late registration (by May 15th): $100
Two-day temple tour: $30
Meals (traditional Indonesian vegetarian, June 23-30): $80. Please note: There is no discount for fewer days or fewer meals.
Airport transportation provided on June 21 and 22 and July 1 and 3. On other dates, the charges will be $25-30 per passenger each way.
REFUND POLICY
Registration fees are non-refundable. If you have paid for meals and/or temple tour and must cancel, we ask that you make a donation of these fees to help women from developing countries attend the conference.
VENUE AND ACCOMMODATIONS
The venue for the conference is the Sambi Resort. A range of accommodations is available at Sambi Resort. Budget accommodations are available in nearby local villages for $10 per day. Register early to ensure your choice of accommodations.
Sambi ResortJl. Kaliurang km. 19.2
Desa Wisata Sambi
Pakembinangun-Sleman
Yogyakarta
Ph: + 62 274 4478 666
Fax: + 62 274 4478 777
For further information, email: indonesia2015@sakyadhita.org
ACCOMMODATIONS AT SAMBI RESORT
For Reservations and conference discount, visit http://www.sambiresort.com/contact.htmlAt this link, write a message to Contact Booking. In the message, mention “Sakyadhita Event 2015.” Only paid registrants for the Sakyadhita Conference will be able to book a room during this week. Be sure to register and pay your conference fees before attempting to reserve your room at Sambi Resort. Register early. Space is limited.
All room reservations should be arranged directly with Sambi Resort on the Contact Booking page. Payments are made directly to Sambi Resort.
BUDGET ACCOMMODATIONS IN LOCAL VILLAGES
Sakyadhita will reserve rooms at local village guest houses if you check this box on the registration form. The cost is $10 (USD) per night, paid directly to the guest house host. On the registration form, you may also give the name of your preferred roommate. Or you may ask to be assigned a roommate.
REGISTER A GROUP
If you wish to register a group so one person can pay with her credit card, use the form at this link. Group Registration Form
REGISTER ONLINE AND PAY BY MAIL OR WIRE TRANSFER
Register online and mail a check drawn in US dollars, or pay by wire transfer. Click on the BLUE BUTTON below. Fill out the form and submit online. Skip the Paypal payment page if you wish to pay by mail or wire transfer.
After your payment is received, you will receive a confirmation and ticket link by email.
If you forget to send your payment, your registration will be canceled and you wil have to start over.
Mail a bank check. Personal checks are not accepted.
Mail a bank check to:
14th Sakyadhita Conference
11474 McDowell Court
San Diego, CA 92131
USA
Pay by wire transfer:
Bank Name: Chase Bank
Bank Address: 3800 5th Ave., San Diego, CA 92103
Bank Routing Code: 322271627
SWIFT Code: CHASUS33
Account Name: Sakyadhita
Savings: 192-8958652
PAY ONLINE NOW BY PAYPAL OR CREDIT CARD
CLICK THE BLUE BUTTON BELOW
Register online and pay online by credit or debit card via Paypal. To register and pay online, click the Register Now! button below. Fill out the form and submit. When the Paypal payment page displays, click on Pay by Credit/Debit card. Enter your card information.