Venerable Dr. Juewei
Director
Head of Program (Applied Buddhist Studies & Humanistic Buddhism) and Director of the Humanistic Buddhism Centre at Nan Tien Institute.
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MettāVerses
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About Us
Welcome to MettāVerses, an applied research hub dedicated to advancing the life-changing practice of loving-kindness (mettā) in education and society. The project is led by Dr. Juewei Shi and inspired by the teachings of Venerable Master Hsing Yun, whose famous one-stroke calligraphy featured here illuminates that "The fragrance of unconditional loving-kindness pervades the ten directions".
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What is mettā?
Mettā (Pali) or maitrī (Sanskrit) means “unconditional loving-kindness.” Rooted in Buddhist tradition, mettā is the genuine wish for all beings to be safe, happy, and well. Practicing mettā fosters resilience and wellbeing, motivating individuals and communities toward compassion, mutual support, and positive action.
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Our Purpose
In response to global challenges like climate change, social isolation, inequality, and mental health crises, MettāVerses serves as a catalyst for research-driven solutions. By connecting educators, scholars, students, and partner organisations, we aim to integrate loving-kindness into research, teaching, and institutions.
Our People
Venerable Dr. Juewei
Joseph Frawley
Coordinator
Graduate of Australian National University and Nan Tien Institute, responsible for coordinating the MettāVerses hub.
Pema Düddul
Manager (2024-2025)
Buddhist author, chaplain, Dharma teacher and co-author of the Literature review and Feasibility Study underpinning the MettāVerses project.
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