Dharma & Emancipation: Reflections on Juneteenth with Dr. Kamilah Majied

In this conversation with Tricycle’s Amanda Lim Patton, Kamilah explores how the residuals of slavery in the U.S. and globally compromise our experience of and insight into interdependence. Kamilah discusses the significance of Juneteenth; what Buddhism says about emancipation, liberation, and freedom; the parallels between Buddhism and Black wisdom traditions; healing the ongoing impacts of intergenerational trauma and finding inner freedom; and more.

Black People in Nature: A Guided Meditation

White House Buddhist Leaders of Color Statement on Racial Justice

Presentation for U.S. Buddhist Leaders Conference at George Washington University and the White House in Washington, D.C. on May 14, 2015.

Exploring Interdependence Through the Lens of Blackness

This engaging webinar invites us to deepen our understanding of interdependence and contemplative dialogue by exploring the wondrous ways in which our lives have been enriched by the resilience, creativity, and leadership of Black people. Through meditative reflections, we bring to awareness the Black threads in our lives that have inspired a tapestry of reverence, connection, and healing. Ruth and Kamilah, through their joyful example, illustrate how contemplative and extemporaneous dialogue about the contributions of Black people can stimulate insight, inclusivity and unity.

Dialogue on Self-Compassion and Interdependence

A dynamic discussion of self-compassion led by two contemplative leaders. Drs. Mamgain and Majied discuss fierce self- compassion as it relates to interdependence so that listeners learn how to increase their own positive life force through progressive self-reflection. Listeners also learn practices that help in building community with other contemplative practitioners.

Dr. Majied Speaks About her Buddhist and Therapist Perspective on Trauma

This panel discussion, moderated and hosted by Pamela Ayo Yetunde, features Kamilah Majied, Dr. g (Claudelle Glasgow), and Breeshia Wade. Kamilah Majied is a contributing author to the volume, co-edited by Pamela Ayo Yetunde and Cheryl A. Giles, "Black and Buddhist: What Buddhism Can Teach Us About Race, Resilience, Transformation and Freedom."