The “First International Conference on Other-Centered Approaches: New Direction in Buddhist Psychology,” will be presented at Jodo Shinshu Center, 2140 Durant Ave. in Berkeley, Calif. The groundbreaking conference, rooted in Buddhist psychology, will present other-centered approaches, which offer fresh, new tools to address challenges in the field of mental health, education, religion, chaplaincy, and more. Registration fee is $215. The conference is presented by the IBS, Amida Trust UK, Amida USA, ToDo Institute, VT, and the BCA Center for Buddhist Education. Info or to register: www.shin-ibs.edu/icoca.php or (510) 809-1426.