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Gelongma Dompa (dgeslongma’i sdom pa): The Blessing of Bhikshuni Ordination in Bhutan

Dr. Tashi Zangmo 25 June 2022

A historic step toward manifesting greater equality within the monastic institutions of the Buddhadharma

Buddhist Transgender Monastic Works for Awareness and Inclusivity in India

Justin Whitaker 23 June 2022

Tashi Choedup is one of many activists in India bringing awareness and compassion to the LGBTIQ community

142 Buddhist Nuns Receive Full Ordination at Landmark Ceremony in Bhutan

Craig C Lewis 22 June 2022

In a historic step toward realizing greater equality within the monastic institutions of Buddhism, His Holiness the Je Khenpo of Bhutan on Tuesday presided over

Dharma in Transition: A Buddhist Call for Trans Liberation

Ray Buckner 31 March 2022

In recognition of Trans Day of Visibility, scholar Ray Buckner looks back on his own transition and the obstacles still faced by trans Buddhists and others across the US

Women in Shugendo: Supporters, Leaders, or Both? Part 1

Alena Eckelmann 11 February 2022

Understanding the historical and contemporary role of women in Japan’s Shugendo tradition

President of Soka Gakkai International Issues 2022 Peace Proposal, Emphasizing Equality and Empowerment

Craig C Lewis 28 January 2022

The Soka Gakkai International (SGI) Buddhist organization has announced the annual world peace proposal by SGI president Daisaku Ikeda.

Buddhistdoor View: As Wealth Flows to the Richest, Where Do We Find Hope?

Buddhistdoor Global 22 January 2022

Reminding ourselves that we must begin within to understand our role in inequality, and then act with wisdom and compassion to bring change

The Fearless Nuns of Drukpa

Tilly Campbell-Allen 11 November 2021

Sakyadhita Spain held an international conference on 12 December 2020 to discuss the interconnected topics of female Buddhist practitioners and the climate crisis. As we