
Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche

The Buddhist nun’s announcement follows Shambhala International head Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche's decision to resume teaching after stepping away due to sexual abuse allegations.

Buddha Buzz Weekly: Ex-Shambhala Member Arrested on Sex Assault Charge
An ex-Shambhala member is arrested on child sexual-assault charges, two nuns become first women to teach Buddhist philosophy at Tibetan institute, and the Dalai Lama is “deeply sorry” for hurtful comments. Tricycle looks back at the…

Buddha Buzz Weekly: New Shambhala Abuse Revelations
Shambhala releases a report detailing dozens of new allegations, a bodhisattva statue bought for $100 sells for $2.1 million, and Nepal reassures US about Tibetan refugees. Tricycle looks back at the events of this week in…

Two Embattled Buddhist Leaders Pressured to Stop Teaching
Following separate sexual misconduct investigations, Shambhala head Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche has stepped back from teaching and Noah Levine’s authority has been revoked.

Attendants Paint a Picture of Shambhala Leader’s Harmful History
A letter from six of the Shambhala head’s close staff confirms prior allegations and reveals new ones.

Shambhala Investigation: Leader Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche Likely Committed Sexual Misconduct
A third-party investigation commissioned by Shambhala International substantiated two claims of misconduct against the Sakyong as a former teacher was arrested in Colorado.

Will Sanghas Learn from the Scandals in the Buddhist World?
Sexual assault allegations and ethical violations have exploded in Buddhist communities over the last year. Are they equipped to handle what comes next?

Report Reveals New Sexual Assault Allegations Against Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche
New accusers come forward to allege misconduct by the Shambhala leader, who stepped aside from teaching duties last month, in a third report by Buddhist Project Sunshine.

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