Learn more about Pema Khandro, a Tibetan Buddhist teacher, humanitarian and scholar specializing in the philosophy and practice of Tibet’s Buddhist Yogis.

1. Pema-Khandro Rinpoche

2. Tibetan Buddhism
Buddhism has become a resource that many
people in the world turn to for clarity and restoring
contemplative technologies. Some of the greatest
philosophers, leaders, and minds in the world can
be found within Buddhist history.
5 key principles of Buddhism are:
 Innate Goodness
 Wakeful Presence
 Cultivating Compassion
 Acceptance of Impermanence
 Avoiding harming others
As a contemplative tradition, Buddhism provides
much needed wisdom, tools for calming the mind
heightening clarity.

3. Pema-Khandro Rinpoche
Humanitarian and scholar, Tibetan Buddhist
teacher, Pema Khandro dedicates herself to
the practice and philosophy of Tibet’s
Buddhist Yogis. She continues this life-
affirming tradition which emphasizes the
integration of Buddhist wisdom with family,
work and society.
Pema Khandro specializes in the meditation
practice of the Great Perfection, known as
Dzogchen. These practices focus on
awakening innate wisdom in body and mind.
Focus on its history, philosophy and practice,
Pema Khandro’s courses make in-depth
Buddhist education accessible.

4. Pema Khandro’s background is in
Buddhist philosophy, meditation and
medicine.
She is certified as a Tibetan Naturopath,
and has led numerous courses in
nutrition, yoga teacher trainings, yoga
therapy, and meditation.
She is also a fully authorized teacher in
the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, trained as
a lineage holder and enthroned as a
traditional reincarnate lama.
Today, she continues to advocate for the
importance and relevance of Tibet’s Yogi
tradition in North America.

5. Recognition and Activities
Pema-Khandro was recognized by his Eminence Gyaldak
Rinpoche as the present reincarnation (tulku) of a 19th century
yogini. Afforded the opportunity to do so, Pema-Khandro
accepted the title of Pema-Khandro Rinpoche. This recognition is
a way of sustaining lineages, passing on the heritage of Buddhist
predecessors onto current leaders.
Pema-Khandro’s activities focus on making in-depth Buddhist education
and concepts widely accessible. These activities include:
• Buddhist Trainings, Retreats, and Online Courses
• Ngakpa International
• Yogic Medicine Institute
• MahaSiddha Center, Berkeley, CA
• Ngakpa House