our community
We are part of the New Kadampa Tradition; an international association of Kadampa meditation centres established by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso in order to give the people of the modern world access to methods to solve their problems and find lasting peace.
There are 1,300 centers around the world where you can study and practice modern Kadampa Buddhism in the local language.
Most are principally study and meditation centres, while some are principally retreat centres.
our founder
venerable geshe kelsang gyatso
Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, is a world-renowned meditation master who holds the very essence of Buddhaโs teachings in his heart.
Venerable Geshe-la transmits this profound wisdom and compassion to the people of the modern world in very practical ways through the extremely accessible methods of modern Kadampa Buddhism, which he introduced.
venerable geshe kelsang gyatso
Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, is a world-renowned meditation master who holds the very essence of Buddhaโs teachings in his heart.
Venerable Geshe-la transmits this profound wisdom and compassion to the people of the modern world in very practical ways through the extremely accessible methods of modern Kadampa Buddhism, which he introduced.
our senior teachers

gen-la kelsang dekyong
general spiritual director of the new kadampa tradition
gen-la kelsang dekyong has been a disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for nearly 40 years,
She is recognised as a fully qualified Teacher of Sutra and Tantra who is greatly respected for the power and sincerity of her teachings and the warmth of her personality

gen-la kelsang jampa
Deputy Spiritual Director of NKT-IKBU and Resident Teacher at IKRC Grand Canyon, USA
Having taught internationally for many years, gen-la kelsang jampa is greatly admired for his warm personality and clear, inspiring teachings

kadam bridget heyes
National Spiritual Director of NKT-IKBU for the UK and Ireland and Resident Teacher of Nagarjuna KMC
Kadam Bridget isย known for her powerful teachings and her compassionate heart
festivals & projects
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- international festivals
- tharpa publications
- international temples project