Mariana Restrepo is deputy editor of Buddhadharma Lion’s Roar’s online source for committed Buddhists. Born and raised in Colombia, she practices in the Nyingma-Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. She holds a Master’s degree in Religious Studies and resides in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina with her husband and two children. Mariana’s work emphasizes amplifying Latinx Buddhist voices and fostering diversity within Buddhist communities.
Mariana Restrepo
Recent Articles
FPMT Announces the Reincarnation of Lama Zopa Rinpoche
The Foundation for the Preservation of Mahayana Tradition (FPMT) has announced that His Holiness the Dalai Lama has confirmed the reincarnation of their founding teacher, Lama Zopa Rinpoche.
How USAID Cuts Will Impact Buddhist Countries and Communities
Cuts to USAID will have far-reaching consequences worldwide. Here's how Buddhist nations, communities, and refugees might be affected.
Exploring AI and Buddhism: A Conversation with Khyentse Vision Project
Buddhadharma's Mariana Restrepo interviewed KVP's Dolma Gunther, Casey Forgues, and Zack Beer about AI's impact on Buddhism and its significance for translators and practitioners.
Conoce al Maestro: Carlo Carranza de Siddhartha’s Intent
El maestro budista, traductor y ex monje Carlo Carranza conversa con Mariana Restrepo de Buddhadharma, compartiendo sus ideas sobre cómo el budismo se adapta al contexto cultural occidental y cómo los practicantes occidentales pueden hacer suyo el dharma mientras honran sus ideas y prácticas fundamentales.
Meet a Dharma Teacher: Carlo Carranza of Siddhartha’s Intent
Mariana Restrepo talks to Buddhist teacher, translator, and former monastic Carlo Carranza of Siddhartha’s Intent.