-- Global Collective Meditation on December 21 connects the world

As the first rays of the winter solstice on December 21 light up different continents one after another, a spiritual action that transcends language, culture and national boundaries quietly unfolds.

 

The "15 Minutes of Global Silence" meditation initiative, jointly launched by the World Meditation Council and the World Meditation Foundation, connects the hearts of tens of millions of people around the world on this day.

 

From the United Nations Headquarters to the serene valleys of the Himalayas; 

From the skyscrapers of busy cities to the open squares of the countryside;

People of different skin colors, beliefs and backgrounds settle in their hearts at the same moment and pass on peace, awareness and empathy through meditation.

 

At this moment, the world is quiet, yet closer to each other.

As a global spiritual community long committed to promoting meditation practice and cross-cultural understanding, the World Meditation Day Committee and the World Meditation Foundation officially launched the initiative:

On the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, which symbolizes the first movement of the sun, people around the world are called to join in a silent meditation of no less than 15 minutes at 12:00 GMT on December 21.

 

The initiative received a swift response from more than 70 countries.

Global meditation organizations, educational institutions, businesses and public welfare groups have joined in to support it. Multilingual meditation guidance audio and online synchronization channels have been made freely available to the world through platforms such as Zoom and YouTube, making it easy for people of all cultures and ages to join.

 

Ms. Fei Yu, a member of the World Meditation Day Committee's presidium and acting director-generall, said:

"15 minutes of silence brings together spiritual power that transcends mountains and seas.

It's not just a global collective action, but a growing mental movement."

It is reported that the committee will systematically summarize the experience of this global meditation event and continue to promote inner practices such as meditation, mindfulness, sitting in stillness and meditation to be more deeply integrated into personal life and the daily life of society.

 

This global meditation campaign once again proves:

In a world full of noise, silence is the common language of humanity;

And when hearts are truly connected to each other, the world has more possibilities.

 

For media inquiries, please contact:

Fei Yu

Board Member

World Meditation Foundation

Email: fei@worldmeditationfoundation.org

Website: www.worldmeditationfoundation.org

 

About the World Meditation Foundation

The World Meditation Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the practice and benefits of meditation worldwide. Through advocacy, education, and collaborative initiatives, the Foundation seeks to create a more mindful, compassionate, and sustainable world.

Meditation as a Bridge, Resonance Across the World

 

Dear Friends,

 

Meditation is not only a vital way to promote health and mental well-being, but also embodies profound values—fostering harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature .

World Meditation Day, as a bridge transcending ethnicities, cultures, and regions, connects countless practitioners and mobilizes collective strength to advance the progress of human civilization . Established by the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly on December 6, 2024, this annual observance falls on December 21—chosen to align with the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, symbolizing inner stillness and cosmic balance .

This international celebration aims to raise awareness about the benefits of mediation. We sincerely invite you to join this global moment of silent meditation on December 21st, World Meditation Day, at 12:00 Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) . Zoom link: 6288686649

 

Let go of distractions, gently close your eyes, and let your 15-minute meditation be a gift to the world. Your participation is the key force driving the evolution of global consciousness, form a wave of harmony and positivity.

We look forward to your participation—across regions, cultures, and time zones—in this shared meditation moment on December 21st.

Local Time Guide (GMT 12:00)

- New York (USA): 7 AM / Central Time (USA): 6 AM / Pacific Time (USA): 5 AM

(Perfect for joining from home!)

- Brazil & Argentina: 9 AM

- Western Europe: 1 PM / South Africa: 2 PM / Middle East: 2-4 PM / Moscow: 3 PM

- Pakistan: 4 PM / India & Sri Lanka: 5:30 PM / Nepal: 5:45 PM

- Thailand: 7 PM / China: 8 PM / South Korea & Japan: 9 PM

- Australia: 9-10 PM / New Zealand: 12 PM (exception)

 

With warm regards,

World Meditation Day Committee | World Meditation Foundation

Official Website: https://www.un-worldmeditationday.org

 

For media inquiries, please contact:

Fei Yu

Board Member

World Meditation Foundation

Email: fei@worldmeditationfoundation.org

Website: www.worldmeditationfoundation.org

 

About the World Meditation Foundation

The World Meditation Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the practice and benefits of meditation worldwide. Through advocacy, education, and collaborative initiatives, the Foundation seeks to create a more mindful, compassionate, and sustainable world.

In a juvenile correctional facility in Chengdu, China, dozens of young residents sat quietly in the morning light, focusing on their breath. The air was calm, filled with a rare stillness.That day was December 21, 2024 — the first World Meditation Day adopted by the United Nations.

This meditation event was organized by the Chengdu Juvenile Correctional Facility itself, independently echoing the global call of World Meditation Day. Without any formal coordination with the World Meditation Day Committee, the initiative reflected a natural response to humanity’s shared longing for peace, awareness, and inner freedom.

 

Over the past year, the facility has systematically integrated mindfulness meditation into its rehabilitation programs. Starting from an introductory phase for newcomers, the practice gradually extends into daily life through structured modules: mindfulness-based stress reduction, mindful cognition, loving-kindness meditation, mindful rehabilitation, and mindful living. This framework allows participants to deepen self-awareness at different stages of their sentence, cultivating non-violent, patient, and compassionate ways of responding to conflict.

Through consistent practice, many have begun to experience genuine inner calm and transformation. Mindfulness meditation not only offers these young people a means of emotional regulation and self-healing—it also demonstrates its potential to foster empathy, stability, and positive behavioral change, contributing to long-term reintegration and reduced recidivism. 

 

This spontaneous resonance with World Meditation Day reflects the deeper mission behind the initiative. On December 6, 2024, the United Nations General Assembly officially proclaimed December 21 as World Meditation Day, reaffirming meditation’s importance in an age of rising global anxiety and mental health crises. 

 

Since then, the World Meditation Day Committee has continued to promote the “15 Minutes of Meditation Every Day” global initiative, encouraging individuals to pause daily—to find stillness amid speed, and clarity amid complexity. From the AI + Mindfulness Global Symposium at the Zurich AI Center to community-based meditations across continents, this movement has grown into a shared awakening—linking technology, humanity, and inner wisdom. 

 

The practice in Chengdu’s correctional facility is a quiet yet powerful reminder: Meditation transcends circumstance. True freedom begins within.

On December 21, 2025, the world will celebrate the first anniversary of World Meditation Day. The Committee will launch a synchronized worldwide meditation, inviting millions across time zones to participate, and will collaborate with research institutions to study the broader impact of meditation on humanity and the planet. 

 

Let us meet again—in breath, in stillness, in the quiet light of awareness. 

 

World Meditation Day — December 21, 2025.

 

For media inquiries, please contact:

Fei Yu

Board Member

World Meditation Foundation

Email: fei@worldmeditationfoundation.org

Website: www.worldmeditationfoundation.org

 

About the World Meditation Foundation

The World Meditation Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the practice and benefits of meditation worldwide. Through advocacy, education, and collaborative initiatives, the Foundation seeks to create a more mindful, compassionate, and sustainable world.