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November 2026
6 November 2026
Children in the Netherlands Raise Funds for Syrian Orphans
Children at Kinderdagverblijf Zonnelicht, a Neohumanist-based nursery in the Netherlands, led a fundraising effort during the Goede Doelen (Charity) week to raise funds for Syrian orphans supported by AMURT/EL.
October 2026
27 October 2026
International Volunteers Join AMURT Solidarity Kitchen in Lisbon
In Lisbon, Portugal, AMURT runs four Solidarity Kitchens at different locations, preparing and distributing meals to vulnerable communities each week.
23 October 2026
Ananda Kalyani Delegation Visits Valencia Master Unit
A delegation from Ananda Kalyani Master Unit in Portugal visited the developing Master Unit in Valencia, Spain, from October 9 to 12.
15 October 2026
London Volunteers Distribute Meals with AMURT
Volunteers from ActivumSG joined AMURT UK in Hackney, London, to prepare more than 150 plant-based meals and Vita Bites nutrition bars for people experiencing food insecurity and homelessness.
13 October 2026
Volunteers Restore Traditional Water Channels in Portugal
AMPS’ Streams of Care project is restoring traditional irrigation channels around Paúl and Ananda Kalyani Master Unit in central Portugal.
11 October 2026
📢 Erasmus+ Projects at Ananda Kalyani, Portugal – 2027 🇵🇹
Ananda Kalyani will host several Erasmus+ projects in 2027 and welcomes Ananda Marga organisations and partners across Europe to collaborate. Course fees, travel, food & accommodations will be covered through Erasmus+ funding.
11 October 2026
📢 AM News Announcements
Here are some upcoming programs around the world to mark on your calendar!
4 October 2026
Marathon Runners Support AMURTEL Children’s Home in Romania
Children and staff from Familia AMURTEL in Pănătău, Romania, joined supporters at the Buzău 21K half-marathon on 27 September to raise funds for renovations to their residential centre.
September 2026
29 September 2026
Austrian Alps Retreat Explores Nature-Based Pracar
Meditation Steps Germany organised a hiking retreat in the Austrian Alps led by Avtk. Ananda Devapriya Ac. and coordinated by Vikashdev and Amiya.
28 September 2026
Sisters Complete LPT Training in Italy
Twelve sisters completed this year’s LPT Training at Uma Nilayam Meditation Center, in Italy under the guidance of Avtk. Ananda Samprajina Ac., alongside five returning graduates who served as instructors.
19 September 2026
New Kiirtan Album Released from Portugal
Margiis from Ananda Kalyani Master Unit in Portugal have released a brand new kiirtan album titled: 2nd Bouquet, featuring eight new kiirtan tunes.
5 September 2026
Summer Conference, Weddings in Russia
More than 200 people gathered for a seven-day summer conference at Ananda Shivani Master Unit in Altai Krai, Russia.
2 September 2026
“Points of Power” Tour Reaches 7 Cities Across Ukraine and Moldova
The “Points of Power” pracar tour has come to an end after travelling through six cities in Ukraine and one in Moldova, bringing meditation to communities affected by the ongoing crisis within the region.
August 2026
30 August 2026
WWD Day, Spiritual Conference Held in Germany
Over 100 people gathered for a week-long spiritual conference at Madhu Karuna MG Quarters, Germany bringing together margiis and acharyas from across the world.
26 August 2026
Few moments from the 50th Anniversary of the Sweden Training Centre
Right now, there’s a big 7-day program going on with more than 200 people.
16 August 2026
"Points of Power" Prachar Tour Inspires Communities Across Ukraine
As Ukraine continues to endure the hardships of war, an Ananda Marga prachar team is travelling across six cities with a project designed to help people find inner peace, resilience, and optimism through meditation and music.
11 August 2026
AMURT Volunteers Continue Food Relief in Ukraine
Despite the ongoing challenges of war, AMURT volunteers in Kyiv, Ukraine, continue to serve their community through regular food relief and humanitarian activities.
7 August 2026
'Baba Nam Kevalam' Mantra Samadhi Concert in Moscow
On 16 May 2026, a three-hour kiirtan concert was held in Moscow bringing together more than 150 margiis.
3 August 2026
AMURTEL Romania: 30 Years of care, education, and hope for the children of Buzău County
This article was published in the local press on stiridinsursebuzau.ro.
July 2026
19 July 2026
PROUT-Inspired Community Movement in Portugal
The annual Cova da Beira Converge Festival brought together residents, local organizations, and community groups in Belmonte, Portugal, to celebrate grassroots initiatives inspired by the principles of PROUT.
14 July 2026
AMURTEL Romania Hosts Nature-Based Resilience Training
From 22–26 June 2026, educators and facilitators from four European organisations gathered in Bușteni, Romania, for a five-day Learning, Teaching and Training Activity under the PRISM – Pathways to Resilience project.
12 July 2026
Maduvidya Knowledge Park as Center for Spiritual Development
Maduvidya Knowledge Park near Tver, Russia, continues to grow as a centre for spiritual education and community activities inspired by the philosophy of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti.
June 2026
26 June 2026
Summer Spiritual Conference Brings Together Margiis in Russia
Over 360 margiis from across Russia, Estonia and Latvia region gathered at Medovaya Gorka, Russia, from June 9–14 for a six-day spiritual conference.
25 June 2026
Earthquake in the Philippines: Let's Help the Affected Families!
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23 June 2026
The Work of Giovanna, AMURT Volunteer for the Development of Women's Empowerment in the Philippines, Has Come to an End
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22 June 2026
Ceramics and Meditation Retreat Held in Italy
Around 15 participants attended a Ceramics and Meditation Retreat at Uma Nilayam Meditation Center in Orvieto, Italy, from May 17–24.
19 June 2026
WWD Conference Brings Together Sisters from Across Berlin Sector in London
Around 30 sisters and Didis gathered in London from June 11–14 for the Berlin Sector Women’s Welfare Department (WWD) Conference.
18 June 2026
“Become a Monk” Project Expands with Women’s Retreat in Italy
Six participants, between the ages of 25 and 30, attended the “Live Like a Yogic Nun” retreat in Italy from June 1–7, facilitated by Avtk Ananda Samprajina Ac.
17 June 2026
New Master Unit Takes Shape in Valencia, Spain
A new Master Unit project is being developed in Valencia, Spain, on a 5-hectare site to support both community living and sustainable agriculture.
16 June 2026
Ananda Marga Participates in Portugal’s Just Love Mantra Festival
Margiis from Portugal participated in the Just Love Mantra Festival, held in Cadaval, Portugal, bringing together practitioners from a range of spiritual and wellness organisations.
8 June 2026
Răsărit Kindergarten Earns National Quality Recognition
Răsărit Kindergarten in Bucharest, Romania, has successfully passed its periodic evaluation by Romania’s Agency for Quality Assurance in Pre-University Education (ARACIP), reaffirming its accreditation with outstanding results.
6 June 2026
Ananda Marga Italy Expands Outreach Activities
Thirteen new margiis participated in a Seva Dharma Mission (SDM) Retreat in Tarzo, Veneto, Italy, as part of ongoing efforts to increase outreach activities within the Ananda Marga community in Italy.
5 June 2026
AMURTEL Romania Supports Resilience-Building, Youth Development in Ukraine
Ukraine-based initiative Nowkolo UA has expanded its psychosocial support work between 2024 to 2026, serving communities affected by the ongoing war.
May 2026
27 May 2026
Kiirtan in a catholic church! News from Treviso, Italy 🙏
Local margiis recently organized a beautiful evening program featuring public performances of Prabhat Samgiita and kiirtan. Organized by the local community, the event brought together six different chorus groups. Over 150 people attended the gathering, and participants shared…
25 May 2026
Răsărit Kindergarten Passed the Periodic Aracip Evaluation with Flying Colors!
After team work carried out over several years, concluding in the spring of 2026, we are very excited to share with you some great news: Răsărit Kindergarten has passed the periodic Aracip evaluation with flying colors.
18 May 2026
🎉Good news from the Phoenix Project in Ukraine!
🎯 The Phoenix project aims to build the inner resources of children and teachers by integrating micropractices and storytelling based on Neohumanist Education every day into all classrooms in Ukraine.
17 May 2026
Renovations on the very first building of our historic Training Center in Sweden are actively underway!🇸🇪
Volunteers and trainees are working hard to prepare the space for the center's 50th anniversary, and we hope to have it fully finished in time for the celebration.
14 May 2026
VSS Camp at Ananda Putta Bhumi, Poland
From May 8–10, Ananda Margiis from across Berlin Sector gathered at Ananda Putta Bhumi Master Unit in Poland for a VSS Camp.
6 May 2026
Amazing Progress in Madrid, Spain! 🇪🇸
Here are some wonderful updates from the community in Spain:
April 2026
18 April 2026
🌟 The Phoenix Project - Rising from the Ashes in Ukraine
For two years, a quiet but powerful work has been unfolding in Ukraine under the guidance of Didi Ananda Devapriya. The Phoenix Project - a psychosocial healing initiative rooted in yoga, storytelling, and resilience practices has just completed its 2024–2026 phase, and the…
15 April 2026
More than two years ago, Vinaykrsna created a YouTube channel to give Ukrainians access to Ananda Marga philosophy and…
More than two years ago, Vinaykrsna created a YouTube channel to give Ukrainians access to Ananda Marga philosophy and Baba's teachings in their native language.
13 April 2026
News from AMURTEL Romania
Recently, the third charity art auction, “Art from the Heart,” took place in Bucharest - and it was a great success! 🥹
February 2026
5 February 2026
Uma Nilayam – From Vision to Vibrant Reality
🏡Uma Nilayam is a meditation center dedicated to spiritual practice and eco-friendly living. Located in the Italian countryside, it offers meditation retreats and training programs in a calm and natural setting.
2 February 2026
Storm Kristin: AMURT in Action to Support the Affected Population
The recent storms that struck the mainland left a trail of destruction that goes far beyond the visible material damage. In many parts of the country, the scene is one of isolation: blocked roads, power and water cuts, and the silence caused by the lack…
January 2026
21 January 2026
500 People at a Yoga Class in Moscow
During Dada Sadananda’s visit to Moscow, a special program was organized that included a lecture, meditation, and a live concert for the general public. The event was attended by around 500 people.
20 January 2026
Sadhana Shivir with 450 Participants
On January 17, a Sadhana Shivir was held in Moscow, bringing together 280 margiis offline and around 170 online.
November 2025
26 November 2025
The Special Greetings of AMURT Viadana…
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14 November 2025
In August the renovation started on the historical first building of the Training Center in Sweden
Dada Savitananda who founded the Training Center bought this building in 1976.
September 2025
12 September 2025
War in Ukraine: A Refuge of Hope for Animals
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4 September 2025
Help Families in Suweida
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May 2025
10 May 2025
“The Orchard School” project has begun the process of regenerating 3 communities
Bucharest, May 2025
April 2025
9 April 2025
Giving Knowledge: The Computers Have Been Installed Too
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February 2025
16 February 2025
The two new girls have finally arrived at the AMURTEL Family!
Great news! Finally, Carolina* (13 years old) and Ana* (10 years old) joined the AMURTEL Family in January!
January 2025
13 January 2025
AMURT: Solidarity and Hope After the Floods in Spain
The volunteers of Amurt and Amurtel from Valencia, Madrid and the Canary Islands joined together to support the people affected by the devastating floods in Spain, showing that the strength of unity and service can transform lives.
November 2024
9 November 2024
AMURT receives Certificate of Merit for supporting families in situations of greatest vulnerability
It was with great enthusiasm and gratitude that AMURT received, on October 31, from the Cascais City Council, a Certificate of Organizational Merit for the work carried out in supporting families in situations of greatest vulnerability. It was during the Seminar…
9 November 2024
AMURT Receives Certificate of Merit for Supporting Families in Situations of Greater Vulnerability
It was with great enthusiasm and gratitude that AMURT received, on October 31, from the Cascais Municipal Council, a Certificate of Organizational Merit for its work in supporting families in situations of greater vulnerability. It was during the Seminar of…
5 November 2024
Flood Emergency in Spain
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4 November 2024
Lebanon Emergency: The Conflict Continues to Expand
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October 2024
28 October 2024
Carcavelos Solidarity Kitchen wins Pingo Doce’s Bairro Feliz Prize!
Carcavelos Solidarity Kitchen wins Pingo Doce’s Bairro Feliz Prize!
28 October 2024
Carcavelos Solidarity Kitchen Wins Pingo Doce's Bairro Feliz Prize!
Carcavelos Solidarity Kitchen Wins Pingo Doce's Bairro Feliz Prize!
August 2024
20 August 2024
We are nature festival
Everyone enjoyed the joyful nature festival on the 17 August in Stockholm. Live music, African Drums, Meditation with Dada Gunamuktananda, Kiirtan, Breathwork, Workshops, Vegan Food, DJs, and a joyful community of wonderful friends. Nature festival is an event of creativity,…
19 August 2024
Dada Krsnasevananda’s Lecture about spirituality to Roskilde University
At Ananda Gaorii Ashram near Holbæk, our mission has always been to share the transformative power of spirituality with communities far and wide. Recently, this journey brought us to a place that might not typically be associated with deep spiritual exploration—Roskilde…
5 August 2024
Hiking and Canoeing Adventure in Skåne Recap
From May 17th to 19th, a group of enthusiastic adventurers gathered for the “Discovering Spirituality in Nature” event, an immersive hiking and canoeing retreat in the beautiful landscapes of Skåne, Southern Sweden. The weekend was filled with outdoor activities, spiritual…
1 August 2024
“Connecting Experiences” Training Course in Portugal
From April 26 to May 3, 2024, Ananda Kalyani in Portugal hosted the “Connecting Experiences” training course, a vibrant and enriching event dedicated to equipping participants with the foundational knowledge, concepts, and tools necessary for crafting KA153 projects. This…
July 2024
31 July 2024
Erasmus+ Youth Worker Mental Health Training: April 2024
We are thrilled to share the success of our recent Erasmus+ Training Course, “A Mental Health Toolkit for Youth Workers,” held for the second time from April 20-29, 2024, at the serene Ananda Gaorii Ashram in Denmark. This immersive training brought together youth workers from…
30 July 2024
ConNature Youth Exchange: Sustainability and Holistic Living
From April 4th to 17th, the serene setting of Ananda Gaorii hosted an inspiring Erasmus+ Youth Exchange project named “ConNature.” Co-funded by the European Union, this enriching experience gathered young participants from Denmark, Poland, Greece, Portugal, Spain, and Italy,…
29 July 2024
Spring Retreat Recap: Embracing the Harmony of Kiirtan
From March 28th to March 31st, we gathered at the tranquil Ananda Gaorii Ashram for a rejuvenating retreat centered around Kiirtan, the beautiful practice of mantra chanting and spiritual dance. Nestled on 13 hectares of serene farmland near Copenhagen, participants…
June 2024
12 June 2024
AMURT UK London Programme Update 2023
AMURT UK helps to reduce food poverty and insecurity amongst vulnerable children, families, households and the homeless across London.
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