The BCV has been coordinating Buddhist prison chaplaincy work in Victoria since 2002, when it was approached by Corrections Victoria.

Prisoners from the Buddhist faith constitute only a small percentage of the total prison population, less than 5%, or in numerical terms a little over 200 prisoners.

There are volunteer chaplains from several different Buddhist communities and traditions visiting prisoners on a regular and 'as-needs' basis.

If you are interested in learning more about prison chaplaincy, or becoming involved yourself, please contact the BCV Secretary (see "Contact Us" page for phone and email details).