‘Buddhism: The Unspeakable Truth’ Elevates Victims’ Stories in Imperfect Documentary
Despite shortcomings, the film gives a necessary platform to abuse survivors.
Sexual Abuse
Karmapa Case Discontinued
In the same month, a new initiative started mapping accounts of alleged abuse by the Tibetan Buddhist leader.
The Buddha Didn’t Teach Consent
But can early Buddhism help us develop a better sexual ethics anyway?
Buddha Buzz Weekly: Dagri Rinpoche Permanently Removed as FPMT Teacher
The Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition removes Dagri Rinpoche from its list of teachers after an investigation in sexual misconduct, the murder of a Tibetan woman ignites outrage, and the 84000 Translation Project…
Buddha Buzz Weekly: Buddhists Respond to Australia Bushfires
Buddhist groups contribute to Australia fire relief, students air new report on alleged misconduct at Shambhala Mountain Center, and China bars schoolchildren in Tibet from religious activities. Tricycle looks back at the events of this week…
Buddha Buzz Weekly: Japan’s Breakdancing Monk Duo
Two Buddhist monks in Kyoto mix dharma and dance, FPMT hires investigators to look into sexual misconduct allegations, and an Iranian monk is arrested at the Indian border. Tricycle looks back at the events of this…
Sogyal Rinpoche Eulogies Make Victims Disappear, Critics Charge
Buddhist groups are retracting statements praising the Tibetan Buddhist teacher following outcry from abuse survivors and their supporters.
Toward a Thai Feminist Movement
A survivor of domestic violence seeks to reform Thai society by focusing on trauma, gender, and sexuality.
Why We Yell and Scream
After bearing the pain and shame of sexual abuse in silence, survivors who speak up don’t need to be told to tone it down.
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