During June 2026, BK Golo visited Denmark, Sweden and Finland, joining Sister Sonja and the local Brahma Kumaris teams for a series of inspiring public programmes on meditation, inner peace, sustainable living and climate awareness.
In South Sweden, a meditation retreat titled "Harmony with the Self and the World" was held at the peaceful Mundekulla Retreat Centre. Around 30 participants explored how meditation, self-awareness and a deeper connection with nature can support peaceful and sustainable living.
In Copenhagen, Denmark, BK Golo participated in a programme on "Sustainable Happiness," sharing how gratitude, inner growth and living with purpose can lead to lasting happiness while caring for the environment. At the BK Centre's Summer Garden Party, he also spoke about developing inner strength through meditation and spiritual values during challenging times.
In Tälleryd, Sweden, friends from previous programmes gathered for an inspiring evening of spiritual sharing and meditation at Sonja's family country home.
In Stockholm, BK Golo joined the Interfaith Dialogue on Climate and Hope, organised by the Brahma Kumaris. Representatives from different faith traditions discussed how spiritual values can inspire hope, resilience and positive action for the environment. The visit also included a picnic with the Swedish Brahma Kumaris community in the beautiful Stockholm Archipelago.
In Uppsala, BK Golo and Sister Sonja met with the Climate Change and Environmental Policy Team at the Church of Sweden headquarters to explore opportunities for collaboration towards COP31 and discuss how faith communities can encourage environmental responsibility. They also visited the historic Uppsala Cathedral.
In Helsinki, Finland, the BK team met His Excellency Hemant H. Kotalwar, Ambassador of India to Finland, during the International Yoga Day celebrations. They also met Professor Panu Pihkala from the University of Helsinki to exchange ideas on climate emotions and meaningful climate action.
The team also participated in "Many Faiths, One Earth, One Future – Interfaith Dialogue on Climate and Hope," where representatives from Buddhist, Lutheran and academic communities shared perspectives on values, responsibility and caring for the Earth. The dialogue highlighted the important role of faith communities in building a peaceful and sustainable future.
In Turku, BK Golo gave a talk on "Peace and Hope for the Future," followed by a guided meditation led by Sister Sonja. Organised by the local Brahma Kumaris, the programme inspired participants with practical spiritual insights and hope for the future.
The visit strengthened friendships, encouraged interfaith cooperation and inspired many people through meditation and shared spiritual values. The programmes reflected the Brahma Kumaris' commitment to promoting peace, harmony and environmental responsibility, and the Brahma Kumaris families in Denmark, Sweden and Finland expressed their heartfelt gratitude to BK Golo for his inspiring visit.
