How are Buddhist chaplains helping out in the Australian prison system? While there may not be so many Buddhist inmates, the teachings can help those of any religious background to some find peace of mind while living in prison environments. Listen to Andrew Williams and Vietnamese nun Huyen Ngoc speak about their offerings of meditation, empathetic deep listening, sharing and caring through simple application of Buddhist teachings for those in need of some spiritual guidance.

Andrew Williams, retired from a celebrated TV acting career, is now a singer/songwriter of Buddhist music who produces musicals for UN Day of Vesak Observance each year in Australia.  Additionally, he enjoys being a dharma teacher working in prisons, youth programs and community groups. He devotes his time and energy to spreading the dharma based in Melbourne, Australia.

To read more about Andrew's prison dharma work:  http://newlotus.buddhistdoor.com/en/news/d/37468 

Video produced by Buddhistdoor International (2013)

Filmed in Melbourne, Australia (2011)

Video editing:  Joanne Lam

Music by Andrew Williams: "In Good Company"

Music by Andrew Williams & Roger McLachlan "Celestial Ballet"

For additional information about the Buddhist Council of Victoria's program for Prison Chaplaincy:  http://www.bcv.org.au/about-the-program1.html

Related links:

Andrew's website: http://dhammatalks.wordpress.com/

Andrew's music: http://audio.buddhistdoor.com/eng/play/1643

http://audio.buddhistdoor.com/eng/play/1646

http://audio.buddhistdoor.com/eng/play/1645 

http://audio.buddhistdoor.com/eng/play/1751