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The Adhisthana Kula was a group (\u2018kula\u2019) of people with senior roles in the Triratna Buddhist Order who were based at Adhisthana<\/a> \u2013 Triratna\u2019s main retreat centre in rural Herefordshire (UK) \u2013 when it formed in 2017. Its seven members held responsibilities in the major Triratna institutions and were in communication with Sangharakshita, who also lived at Adhisthana up to his death in 2018. In early 2017 the group began meeting daily to address issues connected to past difficulties and controversies, and most of their work was undertaken by early 2018.<\/p>\n

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While the Adhisthana Kula was an influential group, no one can speak on behalf of the Triratna Community, the Order or the College of Public Preceptors. In that sense, it speaks only for itself.<\/p>\n

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It is not our job to protect Triratna from difficult truths, and we recognise and deeply regret the pain of those who suffered in any way as a result of their involvement in Triratna. We thank those who have come forward to share their experiences for their courage in doing so.<\/p>\n

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We recognise that the members of the Adhisthana Kula are all deeply committed to Triratna and want it to thrive, and that this could compromise their ability to address these issues objectively and without bias. To counteract this the Kula approached its work on the basis of the Buddhist ethical precepts, which include honesty and a commitment to preventing suffering wherever it occurs. In examining Sangharakshita\u2019s behaviour and its impact on others, the Kula consulted with other Buddhists and experts in the fields of Safeguarding<\/a>\u00a0and Restorative process<\/a>. In some cases it delegated work to them, for example bringing in an external Restorative facilitator. It also worked collaboratively with others in Triratna, both in the UK and internationally, and especially with the Safeguarding Team.<\/p>\n

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We have regularly shared our work with others through the Adhisthana Kula Blog:<\/p>\n

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