8th Humanistic Buddhism Youth Forums

About the Forum

Since 2013, Fo Guang Shan (Singapore) has successfully organized seven Humanistic Buddhism Youth Forums. Each forum has consistently upheld its mission to promote academic exchange among Buddhist youths and inspire them to delve into the significance and role of Humanistic Buddhism in modern society. The aim is to enhance the personal cultivation of young practitioners and contribute to the establishment of a harmonious nation and society. Over the course of these seven forums, the number of submitted papers has progressively increased, and the quality of the papers has been commendable.

In line with the local characteristics of Singapore, the forum places emphasis on the application of both English and Chinese languages. It solicits papers in both languages, allowing presenters and observers from different linguistic and educational backgrounds to learn from each other on the same platform. The authors and participants of the forum come from various regions and countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, the United States, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, China and more. This truly highlights the international nature of the forum.

Official Email:   buddhistyouthforum@gmail.com

8th Humanistic Buddhism Youth Forum

~ Co-existence and Co-prosperity ~

Objectives:

1) To promote the awareness, research and propagation of Humanistic Buddhism by Buddhist youths.

2) To study the roles and functions of Buddhism in purifying the minds and positively influencing the society.

3) To examine the roles of youths in keeping up with the times in the propagation of the Dharma.

4) To promote the advancement and continuation of Buddhism by youths in enhancing one’s morals and constructing a conducive and harmonious society and nation.

Advisory Unit:

Fo Guang Shan Institute of Humanistic Buddhism

Main Organiser:

Fo Guang Shan (Singapore)

Humanistic Buddhism Research Centre-UM 

Co-Organisers:

Buddha’s Light Association (Singapore) 

Buddha’s Light Association (Singapore) Young Adult Division

Nam Hwa Opera 

Target Audience:

Scholars, students and working youth aged 18 to 40 who are interested in Buddhism 

Date: 10th -12th Oct 2025 (Friday - Sunday)

Highlights: Keynote speeches, panel discussions, paper presentations and academic exchanges

Theme of Forum: Co-existence and Co-Prosperity

Scope: