The HKL Time is a warm, uplifting publication shared every two weeks to celebrate the global impact of the Humility, Kindness & Love movement. It highlights community efforts and strengthens connection among HKL volunteers and supporters around the world.
Walk For Peace Photography by Venerable Phra Supalak
On July 14, 2026, HKL Cali- fornia Chapter volunteers were honored to join the Walk for Peace as it arrived in Fresno. supporting the Buddhist monks and community who have been dedicated to spreading the mes- sage of peace and unity.
Founded in 2025 by the Vipas- sana Bhavana Center in Fort Worth under the guidance of Venerable Bhikkhu Paññākāra, the inaugural Walk for Peace began on October 26, 2025. A devoted group of 15 to 24 Theravada Buddhist monks em- barked on a remarkable 2,300 mile journey on foot through nine southern states and Wash- ington, D.C., raising awareness of inner peace and mindfulness across America and beyond.
The walk's powerful message that "peace begins within." beautifully aligns with HKL's universal message that peace resides within every soul and every heart. Through medita- tion and inner reflection, HKL inspires individuals to awaken the virtues of Humility, Kindness, and Love, creating ripples
FRESNO, CALIFORNIA, USA change in their homes, commu- kindness cards throughout the nities, and the world.
of compassion and positive unteers gave flowers and HKL event. Many attendees were touched by HKL's message and expressed a sincere desire to learn more about the global movement.
During the gathering, HKL volunteers had the privilege of meeting Venerable Bhikkhu Paññākāra, the founder of the Walk for Peace. They warmly invited him and members of the Buddhist community to attend the 8th International HKL Con- ference in Toronto, Canada on August 8, 2026.
Sukhnoor Kaur, a HKL volun- teer in Fresno, described the ex- perience as deeply moving. She shared that witnessing the diver- sity of cultures and the heartfelt welcome from the Buddhist community was truly inspiring. She was especially touched by Venerable Bhikkhu Paññākāra's calm presence, the peace he radiated, his patience, and his genuine interest in learning
"Our walk is not to change the world. Our walk is to show all the people we meet along the road that peace is not far; it is right within our hearts. If we are willing to pause, stop, and look back, we will find peace."
- Venerable Bhikkhu Paññākāra about HKL.
Later, volunteers visited the Fresno Cambodian Buddhist Society, where Venerable Bhik- khu Paññākāra and the monks on the journey shared their per- sonal experiences. HKL vol-