Areas where we currently need more volunteers
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Gardens: growing flowers, fruits, herbs and vegetables.
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Land and Conservation: e.g. tree felling, wood processing, and lots of mowing in the summer!
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Cooking: the kitchen provides three meals a day for residents, volunteers and guests.
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Housekeeping: keeping the premises clean and welcoming.
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Hospitality: preparing for and welcoming groups of guests arriving for events and retreats.
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Maintenance: vehicles, garden and land machinery, painting & decorating, plumbing, and DIY
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Building: small and big projects.
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Events team: supporting the welcoming of guests and preparing for retreats and seminars.
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Library: we have a significant collection of Buddhist books to catalogue and a sizeable library!
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Shop: our shop has a great selection of dharma items, books and practical items.
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Administration: computer-based office tasks to support all our activities.
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Volunteer Coordination: making sure Gomde is adequately staffed and volunteers are happy.
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Dharma: shrine hall cleaning and care.