Mission
Lai Community Peace Center is a community resource center offering education and training in nonviolence, compassion, and wisdom. The Center based on Buddhist principles of nonharm, ethical conduct, compassion, loving kindness, and wisdom, as well as values of gender equity and appreciation of cultural diversity. Programs include training in meditation, conflict resolution, peace leadership and empowerment, and non-violent communications skills. Programs in mindfulness, sustainable agriculture, food cultures, and wellness benefit all sectors of the community, with some programs designed especially for woman and children. The vision of Sakyadhita Hawaii is to establish Lai Peace Center on five acres of landin Waialua, on the island of Oahu. Classes, workshops, and retreats in mindfulness, healing arts, Buddhist studies, and world religions are offered to the community throughout the year.