Collective Liberation: A Sitting Group for Racialized Folks
This peer-led sitting group is created by and for *racialized folks to foster mutual support and understanding for those who identify as a racialized person and who find inspiration in the practice of Buddhism. We strive to provide an inclusive space that reflects intersectional experiences. It is open to all meditators regardless of experience. The group’s intention is to provide safety and belonging to meditate and explore contemplative practices. For more information please email here.
Upcoming dates in Wall street zendo:
In December, the Collective Liberation sitting group will be offered the 2nd Thursday of the month (Dec 11) from 7:30-9:00 PM and will not be meeting on December 25
As of January 2026, Collective Liberation, a sitting group for racialized folks, will be meeting the second and the fourth Thursday of the month. We are grateful to be partnering with some of our dharma friends who practice in the Insight tradition to expand the group offering.
Our monthly sitting generally/typically includes:
o Seated meditation
o Walking meditation and/or stretching
o A dharma reflection from a selected reading
o A sharing circle
o Community announcements
* In recognizing that “race” is a social construct, we are using the term “racialized person” or racialized group, instead of what may be considered less accurate terms such as “racial minority”, “visible minority”, “person of colour” or “non-White”. We are also mindful that, when it comes to “race” and the terms one uses to self-identify, using a broad term to describe a group is equally as challenging and there is no one-size-fits-all language.
Sitting Groups in extended community
Sweet Refuge IBPOC Sangha- Lkwungen Territory (Victoria) Sweet Refuge Sangha is a peer-led sangha for Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour located in Lekwungen speaking and W̱SÁNEĆ territories (Victoria, BC). Gatherings are currently taking place in-person on a monthly basis, with some online offerings throughout the year which are open to folks outside of the Victoria area. For more info or to join the mailing list, click here
Indigenous Insight Online, offered by the Insight Meditation Society, first Tuesday of every month, 4 to 5 pm (7 to 8 pm ET) For more information, click here.
BIPOC Voices Weekly Sunday Sangha Online from Spirit Rock, 9 to 10:30 am PT, every Sunday
For more information, click here.
2SLGBTQIA+ In person and On-Line Sitting Groups on the West Coast
