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East 1 Sub-Chapter
Based at Fo Guang Shan Er You Temple, Box Hill
One of two sub-chapters serving Melbourne's eastern suburbs, gathering members for Dharma study, fellowship and local service.
Our sub-chapters
Sub-chapters of BLIA Victoria
East 1 and East 2 are based at Fo Guang Shan Er You Temple in Box Hill, and the Northwest and Southeast sub-chapters are based at Fo Guang Shan Melbourne in Yarraville. Each sub-chapter meets regularly for Dharma study, fellowship and service, and comes together with the whole association for major events and festivals.
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East 2 Sub-Chapter
Based at Fo Guang Shan Er You Temple, Box Hill
Our second eastern sub-chapter, bringing members together for practice, friendship and volunteering at BLIA events.
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Northwest Sub-Chapter
Based at Fo Guang Shan Melbourne, Yarraville
Bringing BLIA's activities to Melbourne's northern and western suburbs through study, fellowship and community service.
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Southeast Sub-Chapter
Based at Fo Guang Shan Melbourne, Yarraville
Connecting members across the south-eastern suburbs through Dharma study, fellowship and local service.
Service group
Loving Care Group 友愛服務隊
Our Loving Care Group (友愛服務隊) brings the Buddha's compassion to people when they need it most — visiting the elderly, the sick and members facing difficulty, and offering friendship, comfort and practical help to individuals and families.
- Visiting the elderly at home and in aged-care homes
- Caring for members and families who are unwell or going through hardship
- Offering companionship, prayers and a listening ear
Young Adult Division
For young Buddhists aged 15 to 35 who want to grow in leadership, friendship and service. YAD members run their own programs while supporting every major BLIA Victoria event.
Explore YAD
BLIA Scouts
An adventure-filled program for children that combines the Scout method with the Three Acts of Goodness — building resilient, confident and kind young people.
Explore Scouts
What sub-chapters do
Life in a sub-chapter
- Regular gatherings for Dharma talks, chanting and meditation
- Preparing for the BLIA Buddhism Exam and study groups
- Visiting aged-care residents and supporting community causes
- Volunteering together at the Buddha's Day & Multicultural Festival, VEGRUN and Clean Up Australia Day
- Celebrating Chinese New Year and other cultural festivals as a family
Interested in joining? Contact us and we will refer you to the sub-chapter closest to you.
Get involved
Find your place in BLIA
Tell us your suburb and interests — we will refer you to the sub-chapter closest to you.