Buddha Dharma Education Association
The website, BuddhaNet, is operated by the Buddha Dharma Education Association Inc., which is based in Lismore, NSW, Australia. It provides a wide range of resources, including Buddhist studies, a world Buddhist directory, online magazines like BuddhaZine, and insight meditation classes.
The objectives of the BDEA include propagating Buddhism, educating the public about Buddhism, teaching Buddhist meditation techniques, supporting monastic and lay sanghas, and maintaining various information services including the website.
The website offers free services, including meditation classes, workshops, and retreats. It also features a searchable World Buddhist Directory, allowing users to find Buddhist centers and organizations globally.
The site includes an eLibrary with various Buddhist texts, publications, and multimedia resources. The Buddhist eLibrary is an initiative of Buddhanet.net, run by the BDEA.
The website and its services are supported entirely by donations and volunteers.
