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All About Our Founder
Venerable Akurala Samitha
Head of the Dhamma Nikethanaya Buddhist Centre
Buddhist Monk | Meditation Teacher | Psychotherapist | Chaplain
Venerable Akurala Samitha is a senior Theravāda Buddhist monk with over 30 years of monastic experience and 25 years as a meditation teacher. He is the founder and head of the Dhamma Nikethanaya Buddhist Centre in the UK, offering education in mindfulness, psychotherapy, and spiritual well-being.
Born in Sri Lanka, he holds degrees in Eastern and Western Philosophy, Buddhist Philosophy, and Psychotherapy. He serves as a Buddhist and Mindfulness Chaplain at NHS Trust hospitals and leads various community and charitable initiatives supporting mental health, education, and interfaith harmony.
Known for his compassionate presence and inclusive teachings, he continues to guide individuals and communities on the path of peace, healing, and wisdom.
