International Teachers
Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong
The Resident Teacher at Manjushri KMC is Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong.
Gen-la has been a disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for nearly 40 years and holds the lineages of his blessings in her heart.
She is recognised as a fully qualified Teacher of Sutra and Tantra, and in particular is qualified to bestow the blessings of the Highest Yoga Tantra practices of Heruka and Vajrayogini.
She is an inspiring example of a modern Kadampa disciple who relies sincerely upon her Spiritual Guide in all her actions.
Gen-la is greatly respected for the power and sincerity of her teachings and the warmth of her personality.
General Spiritual Director
Besides being the Resident Teacher at Manjushri KMC, the mother centre of modern Kadampa Buddhism, Gen-la is the General Spiritual Director of NKT-IKBU. In addition to her responsibilities at Manjushri KMC, she teaches extensively at major events around the world.
Gen-la Kelsang Jampa
Deputy Spiritual Director of NKT-IKBU, National Spiritual Director of Canada and Resident Teacher of IKRC Grand Canyon.
Having taught internationally for many years he is greatly admired for his warm personality and clear, inspiring teachings.
Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab
Retired General Spiritual Director of NKT-IKBU and Resident Teacher of Tara IKRC, UK.
Gen-la is deeply respected throughout the Kadampa world as a sincere practitioner and powerful teacher.
Gen-la Kelsang Kunsang
Retired Deputy Spiritual Director of NKT-IKBU, National Spiritual Director of Switzerland, Italy & Austria and Resident Teacher of Madhyamaka KMC, UK.
Having taught internationally for many years, she has won the admiration and affection of many students through her pure example and loving-kindness.
Kadam Bridget Heyes
National Spiritual Director of NKT-IKBU for the UK and Ireland and Resident Teacher of Nagarjuna KMC Thornby, UK. Kadam Bridget is known for her powerful teachings and her compassionate heart.