At Hoa Nghiem Buddhist College (HNBC), our mission is to provide students with an educational journey deeply rooted in Buddhist philosophy and practice, supported by our innovative systemic learning approach that meets the sustainable and ethical needs of the 21st century.
Our systemic learning approach is designed to cultivate in our students a comprehensive understanding of life by Learning to Be in the face of the challenges of their time. Central to this are our cutting edge Biomimicry Thinking and Science, as well as our distinctive Awareness Program, which integrates Buddhist practice to enhance mindfulness, self-awareness, and inner peace. This foundation supports our students in developing a profound sense of self and purpose within their triple identity as individuals, members of their communities and members of the human species among other species. Hoa Nghiem Buddhist College is committed to continually developing its programs and educational leadership from this unique systemic learning approach.
Personally, I chose to work at HNBC because our school's focus on awakening the seeds of wisdom in each child and enhancing their quality of being throughout their spiritual journey resonates deeply with my life's purpose. I am always profoundly moved every time I see our students blossom and overcome what they thought were their limits, with a smile of deep satisfaction. It is also an immense pleasure for me to work every day with a wonderful team of knowledgeable and creative, caring and generous professionals who humbly see themselves first and foremost as life-long learners. We all know that together we collaboratively participate in making the world from where we are, as individuals and as members of our school community. We help each other on how to be wise when experiencing the high hills of challenging situations.
Dr Marie-Laure Mimoun
Mission and Leadership Development
“For an Education that Contributes to Heal the World: The Role of Buddhist Education”
I have written this chapter in the collaborative book above “Education and The UN Sustainable Development Goals” to emphasizes the importance of integrating Buddhist philosophy and practice in a systemic learning approach that fosters wisdom and sustainable way of being for the present and future generations. The emphasis is made through re-evaluating our individual and collective priorities and reconnecting with nature and collective wellbeing.
The chapter highlights the role of Buddhist education in developing awareness and promoting wise solutions for individuals, communities, and the environment. The implementation of Buddhist principles and model at Hoa Nghiem Buddhist College is explained and demonstrated in various learning areas of the Australian curriculum and beyond.
By focusing on wisdom as the ultimate educational achievement, I believe we can regenerate humanity and contribute to a more compassionate and sustainable world.
Dr. Marie-Laure Mimoun