Peace Twesigye

Peace Twesigye is the former 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 throughout the northeastern United States, in France, and online. 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 Meditation Center which will conclude in 2028. Additionally, Peace serves on the board of Lion’s Roar Foundation and previously served on the board of the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies. 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.