Rev. Amitha Khema is a Buddhist monk, mindfulness teacher, and community leader dedicated to helping people cultivate clarity, compassion, and inner peace in everyday life. Ordained for over 15 years and certified by the International Mindfulness Teachers Association (IMTA), he serves as the resident monk at the Buddha Meditation Center of Greater Washington, DC, and as the Buddhist Chaplain at George Washington University. Through his widely attended “Meditate with a Monk” programs, Rev. Amitha Khema has guided hundreds of students, professionals, and community members in practical mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation. His teachings focus on simple, accessible practices that help people manage stress, develop emotional balance, and respond to life with wisdom rather than reactivity. He actively collaborates with universities, community organizations, and interfaith partners throughout the DMV area, offering meditation programs, talks, and retreats that bring ancient Buddhist wisdom into modern contexts. His work also includes outreach programs in correctional facilities and community spaces, making mindfulness accessible to diverse groups. Rev. Amitha Khema believes that true change in the world begins within the human mind. Through his teaching and service, he encourages people to cultivate awareness, kindness, and responsibility in their own lives, becoming a living example of peace for others.