The Mission of the Buddhist Council of Victoria is expressed in our Aims and Objectives
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To serve as the representative organisation for Buddhist temples, groups and organisations in Victoria.
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To liase with local, State, and Commonwealth Government departments on behalf of its members
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To keep a watchful eye and to take appropriate action in the cases of prejudice, misinformation, disadvantage and insult to member organisations or to Buddhism in general.
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To assist in the resolution of disputes between member organisations, if mutually invited, by arranging independent mediation.
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To foster a spirit of fellowship, co-operation, friendship and goodwill between all Buddhist groups in Victoria.
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To facilitate the exchange of information and resources between members regarding their respective activities.
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To serve as a forum for the discussion of matters of common interest to members.
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To co-operate with other religious groups, to work for peace and harmony through inter-religious co-operation.
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To facilitate the representation of Buddhism and Buddhist groups in inter-religious organisations and activities.
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To support and promote the development of social welfare activities.
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To encourage the development and dissemination of education resources on Buddhism in Victoria.
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To conduct training programs on Buddhist youth leadership and community service.
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To facilitate community service as required.
To organise and/or sponsor public talks, forums and seminars on Buddhism and other related subjects.
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To produce publications on Buddhism.
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To direct and channel media and other enquiries to the relevant members and sources of information.
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To express the Buddhist perspective on social and ethical matters.
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To develop a Buddhist library and resource centre.
