Wisdom and Compassion in Action
Insight World Aid (IWA) is a not-for-profit organization of the insight meditation (vipassana) community that seeks to alleviate suffering worldwide.
Upcoming Volunteer Events (See Events Calendar page for more details):
Lunch Bag Service for Homeless Shelter- August 8th and August 22nd, 2026
Weekly Compassion Circle and Meditation Practice. HomeFirst Shelter, San Jose, CA. Mondays at 3:00 PM.
For more information and to sign up to serve, please contact info@insightworldaid.org
Insight World Aid is one of the sponsors of
the South Bay Interfaith Climate Justice Summit organized by Greenfaith.
PLEASE REGISTER
Our world is facing an ecological crisis that calls for deep compassion and collective action. On Sunday, August 23, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM, GreenFaith and local faith partners are hosting the South Bay Interfaith Climate Justice Summit at the First Unitarian Church of San José. This is an invitation for you to join this critical multi-faith gathering.
Event Details
- When: Sunday, August 23, 2026 | 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Where: First Unitarian Church of San José (160 N. Third Street, San Jose, CA 95112)
- What: Interfaith dialogue, climate workshops, and advocacy training.
Please register online through the Action Network event page to secure your spot alongside our neighboring faith communities. Event details on the Multifaith Voices for Peace & Justice portal.
What we do
Providing humanitarian aid in the form of donated goods and volunteer services for vulnerable and marginalized individuals throughout the world.
Partnering with the global insight meditation community in providing opportunities for socially engaged Buddhist practice.
Providing support of nutrition, medical care, shelter, funds, and other resources to those at-risk communities.
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