Power Structures
Unless you are already a mindfulness practitioner, you may not have noticed that Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, the leader of Shambhala International, one of the largest Buddhist organizations in the Western world, is facing a shocking number of sexual misconduct allegations. Sakyong has stepped aside while an independent legal team is investigating. As well, the Kalapa Council who is in charge of the 200 meditation centres globally has announced that it will also be stepping down