About Us – Gurung Buddhism

International Council of Gurung Buddhism (ICGB)

The International Council of Gurung Buddhism (ICGB) was founded to promote the rich spiritual heritage and cultural values of Gurung Buddhism across the globe. Originally established in 2019 as the Federation of Gurung Buddhism, the organization evolved and adopted its current name in 2024 to reflect its expanded mission of global outreach and unity. In the same year, ICGB was reactivated with renewed vigor and focus on its core objectives.

Our international headquarters is located in Omaha, Nebraska, USA, with a branch office in Kathmandu, Nepal—bridging our efforts between the homeland and the global Gurung diaspora. As a spiritual and cultural institution, ICGB seeks to connect all Gurungs who practice
Buddhism and value the unique traditions of the Gurung people.

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Volunteers

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Donations

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Branches

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Missions

Our Mission

The primary mission of ICGB is to spread the ideology of Gurung Buddhism worldwide, fostering a deeper understanding of its fundamental principles that have guided our community. We aim to serve as an intersection where Gurungs, both in Nepal and abroad, can unite spiritually, embracing the principles of peace, prosperity, happiness, and cultural reverence.

Our Goals

Gurung Buddhism: ICGB is committed to sharing the core philosophical principles of Gurung Buddhism, ensuring they are accessible and understood by both current and
future generations.

Unite the Gurung Community: We strive to bring together Gurungs from all over the world, creating a strong, united global network that honors and preserves our spiritual
and cultural heritage.

Gurung Cultural Values: The council is determined to maintain the Gurung people’s prime cultural values and practices. These values include social structure, language, life
cycle rituals and their cultural segments, festivals, rodhi, music, dance, arts, costume, respecting elders, community involvement, and participating in ceremonies and customs. We worship ancestors, totems, animistic tradition, and shamanistic tradition as cultures based on Buddhism’s core philosophical principles, including panchasila.

Gurung Buddhism

Join Us

Today, more than ever, we can unite through the common thread of our Gurung culture and the principles of Gurung Buddhism. We call upon every Gurung, whether in the homeland or the diaspora, to participate actively in keeping our cultural values and religion alive. Join us in unifying, supporting our initiatives, and fostering an environment of mutual respect and understanding. Through unity and collaboration, we can ensure that the beauty of Gurung culture and the wisdom of Gurung Buddhism continue to flourish worldwide. Together, we can strengthen the bonds that unite us as a global Gurung family.

ICGB welcomes all who seek to engage with and support the spread of Gurung Buddhism. Together, we can continue to nurture our spiritual traditions and build a global community based on shared values. For more information, please get in touch with our headquarters in Nebraska, USA, or our international branch office in Kathmandu, Nepal. International Council of Gurung Buddhism (ICGB) – Connecting the spiritual, cultural, andglobal Gurung family.

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