A panel of women teachers from different Buddhist traditions share their insights into being a female teacher and leader in today’s world.
The Path We Walk as Women
In the commentary to the Fall 2019 special women’s issue of Buddhadharma, Jan Willis reminds us of the powerful role of women in Buddhism, historically and today.
Becoming a Buddha: Lessons from Little Girls
Buddhist scholar Stephanie Balkwill examines the historical arguments around the question: “Can women attain buddhahood in a female form?”
The Sakyadhita Movement
Judith Hertog profiles the Sakyadhita International Association of Buddhist Women, which has been leading the way for gender equality in Buddhism for more than thirty years.
The Fierce Love of Eve Ensler
As creator of The “Vagina Monologues,” Eve Ensler changed the way the world regards women’s bodies. Lindsay Kyte tells her story.
A Buddhist Perspective on Women’s Liberation
In January, Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi gave this keynote address at a conference on “Buddhism and Women’s Liberation” in Bodhgaya, India.
Review: “Cinderella Liberator” by Rebecca Solnit
In 1892, a book was compiled of 345 versions of the Cinderella story and related tales. Now, from Rebecca Solnit—Zen Buddhist and acclaimed author of Men Explain Things to Me—comes the enlightened, feminist version for our time.
Office of the Dalai Lama issues clarification on Dalai Lama’s controversial remarks on immigrants and female successor
In a new interview, the Dalai Lama said Trump lacks moral principle, refugees should ultimately return to their homeland, and any future female Dalai Lama should be attractive.
The Dalai Lama: Women are the Leaders of the Future
In the July 2019 issue of Lion’s Roar, five people share their meaningful moments with the Dalai Lama. Here, Danielle LaPorte recalls her meeting with His Holiness.
How You Can Support a Victim of Clergy Sexual Misconduct
Lama Willa Miller offers suggestions on how to support a survivor of sexual misconduct by a Buddhist teacher.