Rigpa controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2018
Lewis Silkin independent investigation
An investigation led by Karen Baxter concluded that, on the balance of probabilities, some students had experienced serious abuse and that senior figures had failed to address known problems. The report also found evidence of a cover-up.
2017
Allegations of abuse and misconduct
Current and former students accused Sogyal Rinpoche of sexual, physical, emotional, and financial abuse. The allegations also raised questions about the conduct and responsibilities of senior Rigpa personnel.