Founded by Matthieu Ricard in 2000, Karuna-Shechen acts and advocates for a more altruistic world
At Karuna-Shechen, we believe that altruistic love and compassion are the best ways to ensure the good of others, but also to live a meaningful life.
Our impact
494 130 beneficiaries
550 000 indirect beneficiaries
2.9M€ budget
for programs
for programs
91 projects of
development
development
Saving lives
and preserving the health
of the most vulnerable
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and preserving the health
of the most vulnerable
Strengthening access
to quality education for all
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to quality education for all
Preserving life and promoting eco-responsability
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Empowerment
to be agents of change
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to be agents of change
Fighting malnutrition while respecting the environment
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Supporting innovative programs by inspiring organisations
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Together
News
Women Pillars of Agriculture
Nourishing Autonomy
To foster women's empowerment
Dare to talk about menstruation
Cultivating Altruistic Potential
The New Resilience Program – Altruistic Alliance
Intervention Method
Compassion and Cooperation at the Heart of Our Actions
Testimonials
Embodying Altruism to Better Transmit It
Darjeeling and Kapilvastu
New Intervention Areas in 2023
Mental Health
An Universal Human Right
Training for Early Childhood Educators