{"id":16766,"date":"2023-06-18T15:05:08","date_gmt":"2023-06-18T05:05:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oldsite.buddhistcouncil.org\/?p=16766"},"modified":"2025-03-28T11:12:53","modified_gmt":"2025-03-28T00:12:53","slug":"metta-connections-buddhist-professional-network","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oldsite.buddhistcouncil.org\/old\/metta-connections-buddhist-professional-network\/","title":{"rendered":"How Metta Connections Can Help You Find and Support Buddhist Professionals"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you looking for a way to connect with other Buddhists who share your values and vision? Do you want to support Buddhist organisations that are making a positive impact in the world? If so, you might want to check out <a href=\"https:\/\/mettaconnections.com\/\">Metta Connections<\/a>, an online platform that connects lay people with Buddhist professionals and organisations.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mettaconnections.com\/\">Metta Connections<\/a> is a pilot program launched by Buddhist Council member organisation Metta Centre, a non-profit organisation that aims to promote the teachings and practice of Buddhism in Australia and beyond. <a href=\"https:\/\/mettaconnections.com\/\">Metta Connections<\/a> is designed to create a community of Buddhist professionals who can offer their skills and services to Buddhist organisations, as well as mentorship and guidance to new professionals in their field.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mettaconnections.com\/\">Metta Connections<\/a> is also a great resource for Buddhist organisations that need help with various projects, such as legal, web design, accounting, marketing, fundraising, and more. By posting a project on <a href=\"https:\/\/mettaconnections.com\/\">Metta Connections<\/a>, you can let the community know what kind of help you require and how much you can pay (or if you need pro-bono or discounted services).<\/p>\n<p>Whether you are a Buddhist professional who wants to give back to the community, or a Buddhist organisation that needs professional assistance, <a href=\"https:\/\/mettaconnections.com\/\">Metta Connections<\/a> can help you find the right match. All you need to do is register your interest on the website and fill out a simple form.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mettaconnections.com\/\">Metta Connections<\/a> is more than just an online platform. It is a network of like-minded people who want to support each other and spread the message of Buddhism. Join them today and discover the benefits of metta!<\/p>\n<p>Website:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/mettaconnections.com\/\">https:\/\/mettaconnections.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you looking for a way to connect with other Buddhists who share your values and vision? Do you want to support Buddhist organisations that are making a positive impact in the world? 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