Pema Khandro Rinpoche, Lama Rod Owens, Lama Rigzin Drolma, and Lobsang Rapgay discuss the guru model in the Tibetan tradition, in which the teacher is central to the path.
Updated: Former aides describe abuse and sexual misconduct by Shambhala leader
An open letter signed by six former personal attendants to Sakyong Mipham says that the leader of the Shambhala Buddhist community “has consistently shown a disturbing pattern of behavior,” including sexual misconduct, psychological abuse, and misuse of organizational funds.
Buddhist monk arrested for sexual assault of two children in Chicago
A Buddhist monk has been charged with the sexual assault of two children that occurred at a Buddhist temple in Chicago between 2000 and 2002.
Investigation: Shambhala leader Sakyong Mipham likely committed sexual misconduct
According to the Interim Board of Shambhala, the investigation shows that up until 2005, Sakyong Mipham’s behavior included “frequent sexual contact with women who were his students.”
Former Shambhala teacher arrested for sexual assault of a child
William Karelis allegedly assaulted a 13-year-old who he met through his position as a teacher in Shambhala.
Colorado police looking into “possible criminal activity” at Shambhala Mountain Center
The Great Stupa at Shambhala Mountain Center. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.The Sheriff’s Department in Larimer County, Colorado, has confirmed that it is investigating possible criminal activity alleged to have taken place at Shambhala Mountain Center in Red Feather Lakes, Colorado.
Details of allegations against Noah Levine reported after leak of internal report
Noah Levine. Photo by Jakob Lagerstedt.Jezebel on Wednesday published details of what it says is the 44-page report of the third-party investigation commissioned by the Against the Stream Buddhist organization into allegations against its founder, Noah Levine.
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Pema Chödrön apologizes for dismissing allegation of sexual assault from young woman
Pema Chödrön. Photo by Liza Matthews.On Saturday, famed Buddhist teacher Pema Chödrön released a statement responding to an allegation that she once dismissed a woman’s report that she was raped by a Shambhala Center director.
Dalai Lama meets with survivors of abuse by Buddhist teachers
In the meeting, the Dalai Lama reportedly said that no Tibetan teacher is above the law.