Category: Sangha
Philanthropist and patron of contemporary Buddhism Robert H. N. Ho dies, age 93
Lion’s Roar joins our friends and colleagues across the world in reflecting with gratitude upon the life and work of Robert H. N. Ho.
“mitigating dHARMa” site launches to support abuse/spiritual abuse survivors
The professional interfaith chaplain and committed Buddhist practitioner behind the site explains its impetus and structure.
The Story of Buddhist Reformer Venerable Ādicca Vamsa
Hein Htet Kyaw offers a profile of a monk, author, and hero of Buddhism deserving of true appreciation.
How YouTube Is Changing Buddhist Pilgrimage and Re-Historicizing Buddhism’s Past
Nikhil Stewart shares what he's learned by interviewing 30 monks about how vlogging (video-blogging) has impacted Buddhist pilgrimage — online, and "IRL."
Why Meditation Alone Can’t Heal Every Wound
Amma Thanasanti asks “the question that won’t go away”: If a dharma teacher has authentic awakening, how could they still be able to cause so much harm?
Dhammananda Bhikkhuni Hosts Groundbreaking Conference for Thai Bhikkhuni Sangha
Cindy Rasicot, author of This Fresh Existence: Heart Teachings of Bhikkhuni Dhammananda, shares a report from this historic event.
Diana Mukpo, widow of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, dies
As Trungpa’s partner, Mukpo played an active role in shaping Buddhism’s presence in the English-speaking world.
Commentary: Embrace the Queerness of Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha
Transgender Buddhist monastic and social justice worker Ven. Tashi Choedup on Buddha as their teacher, dharma as their guardian, and sangha as their guide.
Establishing Theravada Buddhism in Cuba
Marajina Bhikkhuni talks about her path to monastic life, her work to help the Theravada tradition take root in Cuba, and the inspiring growth of dharma communities across Latin America.
Catch a Glimpse of “Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet”
Watch an exclusive clip from the original documentary, now being screened and appreciated anew.
Not a Compromise —Bridging Latinx Culture and Dharma
Sanathavihari Bhikkhu and Carlo Carranza speak with Buddhadharma’s Mariana Restrepo about the evolving presence of Buddhism in Latinx communities, exploring the unique intersections of culture, language, and lineage in sharing the dharma.
Nova Scotia’s Thousand Harbours Zen holds historic ceremonies
The community's temple, Sensouji, will be the first in Canada to hold these ceremonies, which will be attended in person by about twenty Soto Zen priests from Canada, the US, and Japan.
Roshi Joan Halifax recovering, “no issues” after further heart surgery
On Sunday, Upaya Zen Center posted an update: "Roshi’s mitral valve is still not working properly. ....they need to re-operate on her valve before any more scarring happens."
Coalition of Buddhist teachers, Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi issue new letters of support for Mohsen Mahdawi
The letters include a “Demand for Immediate Release of Mohsen Mahdawi and Other Unlawfully Detained Individuals," and a letter of testimony.
Attitudes are shifting about Buddhism and Psychedelics
Matteo Pistono reports from the 2025 “Psychedelic Buddhism” conference, held in person at NYC’s New School University and streamed online. The thinking has evolved and is no longer “fringe.”
How USAID Cuts Will Impact Buddhist Countries and Communities
Cuts to USAID will have far-reaching consequences worldwide. Here's how Buddhist nations, communities, and refugees might be affected.
Exploring AI and Buddhism: A Conversation with Khyentse Vision Project
Buddhadharma's Mariana Restrepo interviewed KVP's Dolma Gunther, Casey Forgues, and Zack Beer about AI's impact on Buddhism and its significance for translators and practitioners.
Gyalo Thondup, brother of Dalai Lama and major voice for Tibetan freedom, dies at 97
His Holiness the Dalai Lama remembered his influential brother and advisor as "a good man who did his best for the Tibetan cause."
Thich Nhat Hanh’s Plum Village monastery loses building to fire, seeks funds to rebuild
The building was where Thich Nhat Hanh, the monastery's late founder, had his room, a "sacred space where he rested after Dharma Talks, welcomed guests for tea, guided his students, listened to chanting, signed books, and relaxed in his hammock."
Nepal’s Shechen Monastery ends affiliation with Dilgo Khyentse Yangsi
The monastery announced the news via a statement released January 8.