Peace Twesigye is the Director of Programming for Buddhist Studies and the Thích Nhất Hạnh Program for Engaged Buddhism at Union Theological Seminary. Peace has taught meditation and Buddhadharma in the northeastern U.S. and in France. A recognized Insight Dialogue teacher, Peace brings together meditative awareness, Buddhist wisdom, and our relational nature as a path to awakening. Peace is currently in the retreat teacher training program offered by Insight Meditation Society and Spirit Rock which will conclude in 2028. Additionally, Peace serves on the board of Lion’s Roar Foundation. Peace Twesigye has two master’s degrees; the first in violin performance, and the second in education, with a specialization in students with disabilities, and is committed to the path of being a lifelong student.
