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The Italian Buddhist Union is a nonprofit organization in Rome that works to meet the increasing demand of Italians interested in Buddhism. The organization offers resources on the history and beliefs of Buddhism.

The Valencia Buddhist Centre is an international organization located in Valencia, Spain, that works to implement and communicate Buddhist teachings and tools to the Western world.

The International Association of Shin Buddhist Studies (IASBS) is a worldwide organization with headquarters in Japan that works to promote Jodo Shinshu and Pure Land Buddhism throughout the globe by providing academic classes and information on the religion.

The Manjushri Buddhist Community is an online organization that offers Buddhist resources such as the teachings, philosophies and practices of the religion. The website offers links to additional Buddhist organizations in Canada.

The Kadampa Meditation Center in Brazil is a Kadampa Buddhist temple located in Brazil. The organization offers resources on modern Buddhism and teachers and centers located throughout the country.

The Maitreya Foundation is a nonprofit organization that develops activities, projects and publications to promote Buddhism on an international scale.

The World Association of Buddhism works to re-establish and confirm the philosophies and practices of Buddhism across the globe. The organization provides educational resources such as classes, projects and histories on Buddhism.

Yoga of Love is an organization in Jerusalem that encourages mental and physical improvements in daily life through the integration of daily yoga. The website provides information and resources on the philosophies of yoga, such as vegetarianism, education for universal values, relationship building, community life and social contribution.