The New Zealand Buddhist Foundation 

 The objectives of the New Zealand Buddhist Foundation are to:

 * increase awareness and understanding about the teachings of the Buddha

 * promote spiritual friendships

 * foster relationships among the Buddhist community and organisations

 * encourage inter-faith dialogue &

 * undertake charitable activities for the benefit of all.

 In particular, the New Zealand Buddhist Foundation will:

 * encourage the teaching, study and practice of the teachings of the Buddha

 * support and enable the Sangha (Buddhist male and female monastics) to provide spiritual advice and minister for the well-being of the Buddhist community as a whole

 * disseminate resources relating to the teachings of the Buddha

 * develop leadership qualities among Buddhists

 * assist Buddhist organisations in leadership training and advice

 * serve as a reliable source of Buddhist views

 * help with communications and publicity for the Buddhist community and organisations &

 * undertake charitable and educative projects consistent with Buddhist principles.