The announcement that the Sakyong has decided to step back from his administrative and teaching responsibilities.
THE OFFICE OF THE SAKYONG
Last week, stories of misconduct within the Shambhala community involving the Sakyong were brought forward publicly. In light of this, the Sakyong has decided to step back from his administrative and teaching responsibilities within Shambhala during the independent investigation of these allegations. He is also stepping down from his positions and responsibilities at Naropa University.
The Sakyong fully supports a third-party investigation and wishes to provide the time and space for it to properly occur. He will use this time to enter a period of self-reflection.
The Sakyong is planning to send you a personal communication next week. He and the Sakyong Wangmo wish for you to know that they are holding you in their hearts during this challenging time.
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In the news
| Date | Source | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Jul 2019 | The Denver Post | Shambhala, the Boulder-born Buddhist organization, suppressed allegations of abuse, ex-members say |
| 3 Feb 2019 | The Denver Post | Shambhala report details findings of sexual misconduct against Buddhist spiritual leader with strong ties to Colorado |
| 21 Dec 2018 | ThinkProgress | Colorado police investigate alleged sexual assault by former Shambhala teacher |
| 23 Aug 2018 | CBC.CA | Buddhist leader accused of sexual misconduct denies new allegations |
| 9 Jul 2018 | CBC.CA | Shambhala leader steps aside amid sexual misconduct allegations |
| 9 Jul 2018 | Tricycle | Shambhala Leaders Step Down After Abuse Allegations Shake Community |
| 6 Jul 2018 | ThinkProgress | UPDATED: Buddhist leader steps aside pending sexual misconduct investigation |
| 28 Jun 2018 | Tricycle | Shambhala Head Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche Accused of Sexual Abuse in New Report |