Prison Chaplaincy activities

On 4 Feb 2023, we launched our first Community Program 2023 online event. Our senior registered Buddhist chaplain and Board member, Arno Hess talked on "Prison Work" to some 12 chaplains, QSA graduates and prison chaplaincy friends.

What's it like to volunteer in a prison environment?

How's the current prison chaplaincy situation in Queensland?

What role can Buddhist chaplaincy play?

Following the talk, an interest group - Buddhist Prison Chaplaincy Network - was mooted and held discussions for an hour. We recognise the importance of creating safe spaces to allow aspirations and concerns to be aired freely and to find solidarity with other like-minded individuals, with differences in opinion and perspective. This group will meet again on 5th Mar to continue discussions. Arno is also currently offering facilitator workshop on 11th & 18th Mar for his longstanding secular Inside Mindfulness Rehabilitation Program for prisoners.

View Arno's profile HERE.

Any queries, or interested to join Arno's Facilitators' Workshop or BPCN prison group activity, please email Grace Yap-Kirk at buddhistchaplaincychair@gmail.com.