Ling Jiou Mountain Buddhist Society Brings Love to Remote Villages in Nepal, Journeying Over 600 Kilometers Across Mountains and Rivers
Inspired by the belief that compassion knows no borders, the Ling Jiou Mountain’s Milarepa Meditation Center in Nepal recently joined hands with several medical institutions in Taiwan to launch a cross-border humanitarian initiative. The program delivered professional medical care, hygiene education, and information technology to remote regions of Nepal, bringing health and hope to more than 2,000 residents. This effort not only reflects the Buddhist spirit of altruism but also embodies the humanitarian value of “love without borders.”
From the Meditation Center to Local Communities: LJM Puts Compassion into Action
The campaign originated from the compassionate vow of LJM’s Founding Abbot, Grand Master Hsin Tao, to extend love beyond borders. Recognizing the urgent need for basic healthcare in parts of Nepal—especially in remote communities—the Milarepa Meditation Center initiated this international medical outreach program, which included health education camps and hands-on clinics.
The recent mission was carried out under the supervision of Venerable Guang Chuen, chief executive of the Milarepa Meditation Center, and focused on enhancing local healthcare services, hygiene and sanitation education, as well as environmental protection. Overall coordination was led by Public Relations Director Chen Hui-Hsin, who has been dedicated to local service for the past five years. As the chief convener of LJM’s health education camp in Nepal, he has cultivated strong trust-based relationships with local communities and medical institutions, steadily expanding the reach of these services.
Joining Hands Across Disciplines to Bring Hope to Remote Villages
In the summer of 2025, the Ling Jiou Mountain Overseas Medical Relief Camp concluded successfully, bringing together a dedicated team of nearly 60 medical and education professionals. Participants came from institutions including Taipei Medical University, Tri-Service General Hospital, Veterans General Hospital, and the National Defense Medical University. Local volunteers in Nepal also joined the effort, venturing into remote mountain areas to provide free clinics and health education services. A special highlight of this year was the support of ASUS, which not only sponsored medical and IT equipment but also contributed funding to advance digital education, giving more local children the opportunity to learn and grow.
Chen noted that the mission reached a wide range of beneficiaries, including teachers and students in highland schools, monastics and devotees of Tibetan Buddhist temples, underprivileged elders and children in remote communities, as well as orphanages. A particularly moving moment occurred when volunteers learned of the urgent needs at a deaf children’s hostel in Gorkha, Gandaki Province. Resolutely, they undertook the long journey, delivering aid for the first time. Though the children could not speak, they communicated their gratitude through sign language: “Please come back to visit us.” Their tear-filled eyes and continuous waving left an indelible impression on the volunteers’ hearts, an image both unforgettable and deeply touching.
Braving Rain Across Hundreds of Miles: Compassion Surmounts All Obstacles
Providing medical services in the mountainous regions posed numerous challenges. The mission coincided with the monsoon season, turning roads muddy and treacherous as the team traveled over 600 kilometers across mountains and rivers. Beyond geography and weather, cultural differences and language barriers added further hurdles. Yet, guided by compassion and professionalism, the team overcame these obstacles step by step, gradually bridging the distance between themselves and the local communities.
Chen emphasized that the mission’s smooth execution owed not only to the passion and professionalism of Taiwanese medical personnel and volunteers but also to the Milaripa Meditation Center’s long-term presence in the region. Over the years, the Center has cultivated strong trust with local authorities, hospitals, NGOs, and community organizations, forming a supportive network. This foundation allowed international volunteers to collaborate seamlessly with local medical resources, ensuring that the services effectively met the communities’ needs.
Compassion in Action: Letting Love Take Root and Blossom in the Mountains
The international charity relief mission showcased the combined power of three sectors: religion, medicine, and business. The medical services extended beyond free clinics to include hygiene education and digital literacy training, aiming to improve local health and education from the ground up. Ling Jiou Mountain hopes this act of goodwill will continue to reach more remote communities and foster a ripple of positive energy across borders.
This mission was not a one-time endeavor but the result of years of dedicated effort. Time and again, Ling Jiou Mountain has ventured deep into Nepal’s mountainous regions, allowing Taiwan’s medical expertise and the Buddhist spirit of compassion to take root locally. The initiative not only improves the health of the residents but also brings them a tangible experience of humanitarian care that transcends borders.
From the Meditation Center to Local Communities: LJM Puts Compassion into Action
The campaign originated from the compassionate vow of LJM’s Founding Abbot, Grand Master Hsin Tao, to extend love beyond borders. Recognizing the urgent need for basic healthcare in parts of Nepal—especially in remote communities—the Milarepa Meditation Center initiated this international medical outreach program, which included health education camps and hands-on clinics.
The recent mission was carried out under the supervision of Venerable Guang Chuen, chief executive of the Milarepa Meditation Center, and focused on enhancing local healthcare services, hygiene and sanitation education, as well as environmental protection. Overall coordination was led by Public Relations Director Chen Hui-Hsin, who has been dedicated to local service for the past five years. As the chief convener of LJM’s health education camp in Nepal, he has cultivated strong trust-based relationships with local communities and medical institutions, steadily expanding the reach of these services.
Joining Hands Across Disciplines to Bring Hope to Remote Villages
In the summer of 2025, the Ling Jiou Mountain Overseas Medical Relief Camp concluded successfully, bringing together a dedicated team of nearly 60 medical and education professionals. Participants came from institutions including Taipei Medical University, Tri-Service General Hospital, Veterans General Hospital, and the National Defense Medical University. Local volunteers in Nepal also joined the effort, venturing into remote mountain areas to provide free clinics and health education services. A special highlight of this year was the support of ASUS, which not only sponsored medical and IT equipment but also contributed funding to advance digital education, giving more local children the opportunity to learn and grow.
Chen noted that the mission reached a wide range of beneficiaries, including teachers and students in highland schools, monastics and devotees of Tibetan Buddhist temples, underprivileged elders and children in remote communities, as well as orphanages. A particularly moving moment occurred when volunteers learned of the urgent needs at a deaf children’s hostel in Gorkha, Gandaki Province. Resolutely, they undertook the long journey, delivering aid for the first time. Though the children could not speak, they communicated their gratitude through sign language: “Please come back to visit us.” Their tear-filled eyes and continuous waving left an indelible impression on the volunteers’ hearts, an image both unforgettable and deeply touching.
Braving Rain Across Hundreds of Miles: Compassion Surmounts All Obstacles
Providing medical services in the mountainous regions posed numerous challenges. The mission coincided with the monsoon season, turning roads muddy and treacherous as the team traveled over 600 kilometers across mountains and rivers. Beyond geography and weather, cultural differences and language barriers added further hurdles. Yet, guided by compassion and professionalism, the team overcame these obstacles step by step, gradually bridging the distance between themselves and the local communities.
Chen emphasized that the mission’s smooth execution owed not only to the passion and professionalism of Taiwanese medical personnel and volunteers but also to the Milaripa Meditation Center’s long-term presence in the region. Over the years, the Center has cultivated strong trust with local authorities, hospitals, NGOs, and community organizations, forming a supportive network. This foundation allowed international volunteers to collaborate seamlessly with local medical resources, ensuring that the services effectively met the communities’ needs.
Compassion in Action: Letting Love Take Root and Blossom in the Mountains
The international charity relief mission showcased the combined power of three sectors: religion, medicine, and business. The medical services extended beyond free clinics to include hygiene education and digital literacy training, aiming to improve local health and education from the ground up. Ling Jiou Mountain hopes this act of goodwill will continue to reach more remote communities and foster a ripple of positive energy across borders.
This mission was not a one-time endeavor but the result of years of dedicated effort. Time and again, Ling Jiou Mountain has ventured deep into Nepal’s mountainous regions, allowing Taiwan’s medical expertise and the Buddhist spirit of compassion to take root locally. The initiative not only improves the health of the residents but also brings them a tangible experience of humanitarian care that transcends borders.