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Federation of Buddhist Women's Association

The Buddhist Women’s Association (BWA) or Fujinkai is the women’s organization of the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha temples in the continental United States.

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48th BCA FBWA Conference

Kako wo Omoi, Asu wo Hiraku

To Remember As We Build for Tomorrow

Save the date for our upcoming conference hosted by the Southern District BWA in October 2026. All are welcome to attend! Register here or click the button to learn more.

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BWA Districts

Our BWA Districts

Choose a district to learn more about their chapters, events, and more!

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FBWA Google Drive

For Members

Access chapter meeting notes, rosters, and more by clicking the button below.

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Our Story

Read about the founding, history, and principles of the Buddhist Women's Association in Japan and United States.

18th World Buddhist Womens's Convention

Live Peace, Live Aloha, Live as One in the Nembutsu

Honolulu, HI — September 11-12, 2027

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FBWA Music Project

Explore the FBWA Music Project, a collaborative effort to create and share new Jodo Shinshu gatha through music, translation, and video for the wider Buddhist community.

Find a BWA Near You

Use the map to explore our active BWAs and learn more about each chapter.

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