Rev. angel Kyodo williams

Rev. angel Kyodo williams, author, activist, master trainer, and founder of Transformative Change, is a leading voice for transformative social change. In recognition of her work, she received the first Creating Enlightened Society Award from Shambhala International. Called “the most intriguing African-American Buddhist” by Library Journal, Rev. angel applies wisdom teachings and embodied practice to intractable social issues. Her work has been widely covered, including in the New York Times, Boston Globe, Lion's Roar, Ms., and Essence. Her newest book, Radical Dharma: Talking Race, Love, and Liberation, is igniting communities to have the long overdue conversations necessary to become more awake and aware of what hinders liberation of self and society.

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  • Your Liberation Is On the Line

    Rev. angel Kyodo williams writes, "The construct of white supremacy is an illness. And we must commit to being the cure."

  • 10 Black Yoga and Meditation Teachers Who Are Changing the World

    We kick off Black History Month today by recognizing 10 Black yoga and meditation teachers who are making an impact in their communities and beyond, and inspiring other teachers with their voices and their work.

  • Your Life Is Your Practice

    Kripalu Yoga teacher Jess Frey invites you to take a moment to pause and ask yourself, What am I practicing in this moment? What do I want to be practicing? What matters to me most right now?

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