2026 Global Synchronized Meditation
The Global Synchronized Meditation returns on World Meditation Day, 21 December 2026.
Milestones and gatherings
Events
2026
2nd United & Present International Gathering
OHCHR convened tradition-holders, researchers and diplomats on meditation, compassion and human rights in Krabi, Thailand.
2nd AI+Mindfulness Symposium
The symposium that launched the Global Campaign 2026.
The First World Symposium on Meditation and Empathy
June 19–21, 2026 · Rome, Italy
2nd World Meditation Day Forum
Held 20–21 March 2026 in Seoul, South Korea.
“15-Minute Daily Meditation” campaign
Dedicate at least 15 minutes each day to meditation in a quiet, comfortable, and undisturbed space.
2025
First Global Synchronized Meditation
The first Global Synchronized Meditation on World Meditation Day.
Inaugural AI+Mindfulness Symposium
The first AI+Mindfulness Symposium.
World Meditation Day Committee formally established
The event also marked the official launch of the Committee.
World Meditation Day Association — First General Assembly
The Association's first General Assembly in Liechtenstein, announcing three global initiatives.
“Meditation Zen and the Future World” Forum
Shaolin Temple, January 22, 2025
2024
Inaugural World Meditation Day UN Celebration
The World Meditation Foundation was honored to be invited to the inaugural celebration of World Meditation Day on December 20, 2024.
UN General Assembly adopts Resolution A/RES/79/137
The UN General Assembly, at its 79th session, unanimously adopted the resolution submitted by 71 countries, designating 21 December as World Meditation Day.
World Meditation Foundation officially registered
The Foundation's legal registration in Liechtenstein.
Host your own event
Meditation is universal. So is World Meditation Day. You don’t have to be at the UN to be part of it — you can host an event in your own community, city or country.