With the apparent dominance of men in Buddhism, what role have women played in the past, and what role might they play in contemporary practice? Are certain practices gender-based? Is it better for women to do the practices of female deities such as Tara? How can modern women connect to traditional Buddhist practice and make it their own? These and other topics are explored in this free-wheeling, question-and-answer evening chat.

Women in Dharma: an Evening Chat, Lama Kathy Wesley, Vajra Echoes, DVD, 90 min., $19.95

Lama Kathy Wesley has been a student of Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche since 1977. She participated in the first three-year retreat at Karme-Ling Retreat Center, completing the retreat in 1996. She now serves the Columbus KTC as its resident teacher. Lama Kathy has taught regularly at Hartford KTC and other KTCs since ths fall of 1998. She is a delightful and warm person who teaches with clarity, compassion and humor.