Venerable Chodron is a prominent Tibetan Buddhist nun and teacher, known for her efforts in making Buddhist teachings accessible to Western audiences. She is the founder of Sravasti Abbey, a monastic community in Washington State, where she provides education and training in Buddhist practices. Born in 1953 in Los Angeles, California, she was ordained as a nun in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition under the guidance of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Venerable Chodron has authored several books on Buddhism, focusing on compassion, mindfulness, and the importance of community in spiritual practice.