Namka first practised Dharma with the Theravada Forest Sangha in England in 1987. She joined the Awakened Heart Sangha in 2013 and has been helping with running and teaching at the Awakened Heart Sangha local group in Brighton. She serves as a mentor for Discovering the Heart of Buddhism students and in the wider Living the Awakened Heart training, and participates in the Awakened Heart Sangha Diversity and Inclusion group.
Namka is also a Mindfulness Teacher (MBSR) and Mental Health Peer Support Worker, committed to making the Dharma more accessible to everyone, whatever our background, identity or circumstances. Her background is in finances and administration.