Learn about Amma’s life, work, and wisdom. Get latest news from Amma's humanitarian initiatives and more. Find groups, centers, and events near you.

Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, known as Amma, has dedicated her life to spreading a message of peace, tolerance and compassion. Amma has traveled the world for more than 35 years, inspiring thousands to follow in her path of service to society.

Amma (Mata Amritanandamayi) was born in a remote coastal village in Kerala, South India in 1953. Learn about the beginnings of her worldwide mission.

Dec 28, 2024 · We are delighted to announce that Amma will be visiting South India from February 8-23, in her first Indian tour since 2020. The programmes include a meditation guided by Amma, spiritual discourses by Amma and her disciples, bhajans (devotional singing) , and the opportunity to meet Amma personally and receive her darshan (embrace).

We are global. We are diverse. We are inspired by Amma. Whether we volunteer, explore Amma’s teachings, spend time in local groups, coordinate humanitarian projects or want to practice yoga and meditation—we are all part of this incredible network of love and compassion. Everyone is welcome.

In 2023, Amma began to travel internationally again. While receiving Amma’s embrace is the centerpoint of these entirely volunteer-run events, there is truly something for everyone, from meditation and soul-stirring devotional music to practical wisdom and service opportunities. Meeting Amma on tour is to experience compassion in action.

Mata Amritanandamayi is known throughout the world as Amma, or Mother, for her selfless love and compassion toward all beings. Her entire life has been dedicated to alleviating the pain of the poor, and those suffering physically and emotionally.

Amma will be visiting South India February 8-23, 2025, in her first Indian tour since 2020. Join us and receive Amma's darshan (embrace).

Feb 15, 2025 · Beginning at 11am each day, Amma did not finish embracing people until midnight on day one and on day two, after 1:30am the following morning. – Amma’s next South India Tour stop is February 17&18 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu’s capital. She will lead public programs at the Ashram to celebrate its Brahmasthanam Temple’s 35th anniversary.

Many people seek Amma’s darshan to experience her comforting embrace and unique way of spreading solace. Some are attracted by her charitable works, while others come to learn from one of the foremost spiritual teachers of our time.