Journey and Milestones
Background Information
Experience
Mariana Restrepo
Public Engagement Strategist
Mariana connects diverse audiences with our content in ways that are accessible, relevant, and inspiring.
Born and raised in Colombia, Mariana has practiced Tibetan Buddhism in the Nyingma and Kagyu lineages for over 20 years. Her path has included time as a monastic, long-term retreat, and years of service within retreat centers and dharma organizations.
Mariana holds a Master’s degree in Religious Studies, has taught university-level courses on Buddhism and Indian religions, and has organized large-scale Buddhist events and pilgrimages. She brings a deep commitment to integrating Buddhist principles into everyday life—especially in the context of parenting and community building—and is passionate about making Buddhist teachings accessible and relevant across languages and lived experiences.
She previously worked with Middle Way Education, contributing to the development of its curricular framework to support Buddhist-inspired learning for children and families. Mariana also served as deputy editor of Buddhadharma at Lion’s Roar, as well as editor of El Camino del Buda, Lion’s Roar’s Spanish-language content.