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Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche
Our Founder
The Founder and Spiritual Guide of the New Kadampa Tradition is Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, affectionately known as ‘Venerable Geshe-la’. A world-renowned meditation master, he lived in the UK for over 30 years and showed the manner of passing away at Manjushri Centre in September 2022.
Venerable Geshe-la dedicated his life to making Buddha’s teachings accessible and practical for the modern world. He authored 23 books, established over 1,300 centers worldwide, and trained countless teachers.
Through his compassionate vision and tireless efforts, he made available to everyone the scientific methods to develop inner peace, helping thousands find deep happiness and meaning in their lives.
Gen-la Kelsang Jampa
General Spiritual Director of the NKT
Gen-la Jampa is an internationally renowned, ordained Buddhist teacher and the General Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU).
As a senior NKT teacher, Gen-la Jampa has been a student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso for many years, and under Geshe-la's guidance has taught at many centers and events around the world.
Gen-la is well-loved for his clear and inspiring teachings and his ability to touch people’s hearts through his sincerity and loving-kindness.
Gen-la Kelsang Sangden
Deputy Spiritual Director of the NKT
Gen-la Sangden is the Deputy Spiritual Director of NKT-IKBU, and is the National Spiritual Director of Kadampa Buddhism in Mexico, Colombia, Nicaragua and Peru, and the Resident Teacher at KMC Mexico.
She is admired by many for her good example and her loving and clear advice. She has practised and taught Kadampa Buddhism for over 25 years
Gen Kelsang Gomlam
US Western National Spiritual Director
Gen Kelsang Gomlam is an American Buddhist nun and the US Western National Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition.
She is the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center Colorado, and has been studying, practicing and teaching Kadam Dharma for many years. Gen Gomlam’s heartfelt and practical teachings are presented with warmth and humor, making them accessible to everyone. Through her loving kindness, sincere concern for others, and deep understanding of Buddha’s teachings, Gen Gomlam provides an inspiring example of someone who has taken Buddha’s teachings to heart.
