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Foundation for Universal Responsibility
of His Holiness The Dalai Lama
TWELFTH GURUKUL PROGRAMME 2012
NORTH INDIA
5 June – 7 July 2012
DHARAMSALA
An initiative to provide an insight into Tibetan culture and ancient Buddhist traditions of Tibet for university students
Foundation for Universal Responsibility of His Holiness The Dalai Lama Core 4A, UGF, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
Tel: (91) (11) 24648450 ∫ Fax: Tel: (91) (11) 24648451 Email: [email protected] ∫ Website: www.furhhdl.org
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"To meet the challenges of our times, I believe that humanity must
develop a greater sense of universal responsibility. Each of us must
learn to work not just for our own individual self, family or nation,
but for the benefit of all mankind.
Today we are so interdependent, so closely interconnected with each
other, that without a sense of universal responsibility, a feeling of
universal brotherhood and sisterhood, and an understanding and belief
that we really are a part of one big human family, we cannot hope to
overcome the dangers to our very existence – let alone bring about
peace and happiness."
- His Holiness The Dalai Lama
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CONTENTS
4 About the Foundation
6 Programme Overview
7 Programme Details
21 Audiences
21 Accommodation
22 Map
23 Join Us
24 Write to us
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About the Foundation
"This Foundation will implement projects to benefit people everywhere,
focusing especially on assisting nonviolent methods, on improving
communications between religion and science, on securing human rights
and democratic freedoms, and on conserving and restoring our precious
Mother Earth."
– His Holiness The Dalai Lama
VISION
• Foster the celebration of diversity, the spirit of universal
responsibility and the understanding of interdependence across
faiths, creeds and religions.
• Support personal transformation in ways that facilitate larger
processes of social change.
• Develop and sustain peace building and coexistence initiatives
in regions of violent conflict and social unrest.
• Encourage and cultivate Ahimsa (nonviolence) as a guiding principle for interaction
among human beings and with their environments.
• Offer inclusive and holistic paradigms of education that prioritize experiential
learning, cross-cultural dialogue, and a global ethic of peace and justice.
• Build capacity for conflict transformation, human rights and democratic freedom
through partnerships with civil society groups across the globe.
• Explore new frontiers on understanding of the mind by building bridges between
science and spirituality.
• Support the professional development of future leaders and decision-makers through
scholarships and fellowships.
• Create media products and educational materials that promote the objectives of the
Foundation.
• Nurture an understanding of the relevance and value of Tibetan civilisational heritage
to contemporary issues and predicaments.
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About the Foundation
MISSION
To promote universal responsibility in a manner
that respects difference and encourages a diversity
of beliefs, practices and approaches.
To build a global ethic of nonviolence, coexistence,
gender equity and peace by facilitating secular
processes that cultivate personal and social ethical
values.
To enrich educational paradigms that tap the
transformative potential of the human mind.
The Foundation for Universal Responsibility of His
Holiness The Dalai Lama is a not for profit, non-
sectarian, non-denominational organisation established
with the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to His Holiness in
1989. In the spirit of the Charter of the United Nations,
the Foundation brings together men and women of
different faiths, professions and nationalities, through
a range of initiatives and mutually sustaining
collaborations.
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Programme overview
In keeping with the rich Indian tradition of Gurukul, this project aims to enrich formal
education processes by facilitating inspirational contact with masters of different spiritual
traditions, particularly Tibetan Buddhism. The participants, mainly university students,
live in Tibetan monasteries and nunneries where they learn about Tibetan culture, art and
philosophy.
Participants have privileged access to teachers of ancient Buddhist traditions of Tibet. By
observing the teachers’ way of life at close quarters, students envision new definitions of
success, achievement and fulfillment.
Gurukul has been held annually for a month in Dharamsala, the home of HH the Dalai
Lama and the headquarters of the Tibetan Government-in-Exile. Here, participants receive
an extended introduction to Tibetan culture and religion by actively engaging in daily
activities of Tibetan life in the monasteries and nunneries, and with communities in exile.
They have the privilege of an audience with His Holiness. The Foundation is also
exploring possibilities for extending this programme to Bylakuppe in south India.
Through discourses, lectures, films and other learning media, Gurukul participants gain
insights into the innovative ways in which a community in exile copes with displacement
and strives to keep its traditions alive.
Gurukul participants will:
Live in Tibetan monasteries and nunneries.
Take classes in Tibetan Buddhism at the Library of Tibetan Works and Archives.
Learn Tibetan handicrafts such as wood carving, thangka painting and appliqué.
Interact with Buddhist masters and Tibetan officials.
Experience traditional dialectic debates and spiritual chanting.
Students also have the opportunity to give something back to the community. They are
encouraged to teach English to monks, nuns and refugees from Tibet, and volunteer with
service and welfare projects. The year 2012 will mark the twelfth year of the unique
Gurukul programme.
Reporting Information:
Report on 5 June, 3 pm, at the Himachal Tourism Office
Chandralok Bhavan, 36 Janpath, New Delhi
Near Cottage Emporium, Opposite Imperial Hotel
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INTRODUCTORY TOUR
Tuesday, 5 June
02:30 pm
Participants to report at the above address.
04:00 pm
Board the bus to Dharamsala.
Wednesday, 6 June
07:30 am
Reach Dharamsala.
- Girls accommodation at Dolma Ling
Nunnery.
- Boys accommodation at Dip Tsechokling and
Namgyal Monastery.
10:30 am
Start the tour from Sidhpur.
11:00 am
Guided tour of Norbulingka Institute.
www.norbulingka.org
01:00 pm
Lunch at the Norbulingka Institute.
02:00 pm
Continue tour of Norbulingka Institute.
03:00 pm
Guided tour of Dolma Ling Nunnery.
www.tnp.org/nuns/dolmaling
04:00 pm
Nyingtob Ling Institute for Disabled
www.nyingtobling.org
05:00 pm
Quasar Healing Centre
www.quasarhealing.com
7-9 June
Special Teachings by His Holiness the Dalai
Lama on ‘An Introduction to Buddhism’
Morning and Afternoon Sessions at
the Main Temple – Tsuklag Khang
English and Hindi Translations are available
over FM frequencies. FM radio is recommended,
though not mobile phone radio.
Two passport-size pictures and identity proof will be
required for registration and security procedures.
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Sunday, 10 June
09:00 am
Tibetan Reception Centre, Khanyara
10:00 am
Thangde Gatsal Thangka Painting Studio
www.tibetanpaintings.com
01:00 pm
Lunch at the TMAI Mess
03:00 pm
Tarab Institute at the LTWA
Introduction to Unity in Duality Course
Monday, 11 June
09:00 am
Tibetan Medical and Astrology Institute of HH
The Dalai Lama
www.men-tsee-khang.org
Guided tour of the institute and museum
11:00 am
Tibetan Center for Conflict Resolution
www.tccr.org
12:30 pm
Lunch break at TMAI Mess.
02:00 pm
Department of Information and International
Relations
www.tibet.net
03:00 pm
Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and
Democracy
03:30 pm
Environment and Development Desk
04:00 pm
Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile
04:30 pm
Library of Tibetan Works and Archives
www.ltwa.net
05:00 pm
Nechung Monastery
www.nechung.org
Tuesday, 12 June
09:00 am
Upper Tibetan Children’s Village School
www.tcv.org.in
11:00 am
Tushita Meditation Center and Vipassana
Centre
www.tushita.info
12:30 pm
Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts
www.tibetanarts.org
01:00 pm
Lunch at McLeod Ganj
02:00 pm
Tibetan Youth Congress,
www.tibetanyouthcongress.org
03:00 pm
Tibetan Women's Association
www.tibetanwomen.org
04:00 pm
Students for a Free Tibet
www.sftindia.org
04:30 pm
Gu Chu Sum Association
www.guchusum.org
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After the introductory tour of Dharamsala,
participants will opt for centres and activities of
their choice as per the centers’ schedule, such as
thangka painting, woodcarving, statue making,
wood painting, Tibetan music and dance and
volunteering in various Tibetan organisations.
Each participant will enroll in these activities
after discussions with the group and in
consultation with the concerned centres.
Participants can choose more than one activity
and maintain the timetable once chosen. Apart
from the above-mentioned activities, the special
classes/lectures/discussions mentioned below
are mandatory, based on which certificates will
be issued at the end of the programme.
TWO SPECIAL COURSES and
TWELVE LECTURES
TWO SPECIAL COURSES:
(1)
13 June to 5 July
{Excluding Sundays and Tibetan holidays}
03:30 pm to 05:00 pm
At LTWA
Mind Science: Inner Eastern Science of Mind
and Reality Meets Modern Science
Unity in Duality ®
Tarab Institute, www.tarab-institute.org
The aims of the Tarab Institute are:
1) To make available courses, education and
research in Ancient Inner Science of Mind and
Phenomena, as.presented in Unity and Duality
by late Ven. Tarab Tulku Rinpoche XI, together
with Unity in Duality Personal Development as
well as Spiritual and Psychotherapeutic
Application.
2) Comparative studies of the Ancient Inner
Science and Modern Science.
3) Comparative studies of Unity in Duality
Psychotherapeutic Application and other
psychotherapeutic approaches.
4) Comparative studies of Unity in Duality
Spiritual Application and other spiritual
approaches.
5) Publishing of literature and arranging of
courses, education and conferences concerning
the points above.
Education in Unity in Duality is at present going
on in France, Germany, Slovakia, and India.
Summary of Mind Science Programme especially
tailored for Gurukul participants is given below:
Inner Eastern Science of Mind and Reality
Meets Modern Science
From the Buddhist View, based on UD* /
Tendrel / Interrelated Nature of Reality
Unity in Duality (UD) was formulated by
Tarab Tulku Rinpoche, Lharampa Geshe, a
renowned Tibetan scholar of our time, who lived
in the West for over 35 years where he came to
formulate his deep understanding of Tendrel in
terms of the paradigm of three pairs of
interrelated opposites, joining in unity:
1. ‘Subject’ (mind) – ‘Object’ (corresponding
reality)
2. ‘Mind’ – ‘Body’
3. ‘Energy’ (potential field) – Matter.
To render these interrelationships
comprehensible and to facilitate their deep
understanding – a valuable contribution to
humanity – is the heart of Tarab Rinpoche’s
integral approach. The universalities are
extracted from the traditional Buddhist ‘Inner
Science of Mind and Reality’, as taught in the
Sutras and Tantras, based on Tarab Rinpoche’s
own exploration and further elaboration and
resulting insight. Tarab Rinproche reached this
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paradigm through 40 years of research, begun in
Tibet before 1959. He titled it ‘Unity in Duality’
(UD). Unity in Duality is a modern translation of
that which Tendrel (interrelated nature of
everything) refers to.
In cooperation with Lene Handberg he
presented his work in five disciplines:
UD Science of Mind and Reality
UD Personal Development
UD Art of Relating
UD Psychotherapeutic Application
UD Spiritual Development.
In this way the ancient knowledge, found in the
Tendrel-view, was established in the present day
as an accessible and practice-orientated
approach. Unity in Duality is not bound by any
culture or faith. It addresses universalities and
can therefore be used in combination with any
culture and faith or by people of no faith.
Unity in Duality contributes greatly to
solving mental problems, which are increasing
rapidly due to the stressful conditions created by
the highly technical and rational culture
prevailing today in many parts of the world.
Unity in Duality is relevant for all walks of life:
for lay people, and personal and professional
application. It introduces effective methods for
creating inner and outer harmony, mainly
through practical application in the fields of
human relations, communication, education and
mental health. Likewise, it has great importance
in research in different scientific fields.
CONTENTS OF THE COURSE:
1. Introduction: Inner Eastern Science and
Modern Science. **
Investigations into mind and reality and their
interrelation, underpinning all Eastern spiritual
traditions – here based on Nalanda University
Scholars – will be presented throughout the
month, with correlations to Modern Science.
2. Perception and the Human Condition of
Interrelated Nature – An Inner Science
Perspective
Presenting and discussing the idea of subject
(mind-type) and object (corresponding reality)
interrelationships that are part of Buddhism and
all Eastern Inner Science. Its basic tenet is that
reality appearances come about in the meeting
between mind and referential reality.
3. Self-references, the core around which our
realities unfolds – An Inner Science Perspective
Every entity’s existence has a self-referential
core. As humans we have many layers and types
of of self-references. The self-reference with
which we identify at the present moment
influences the way in which we perceive our
surroundings.
4. Vasana, Karma and Evolution Theory – An
Inner Science Perspective
Whatever action (karma) is made by species /
self-regulating systems (body, speech and mind-
wise) cause imprints (vasana) into personal,
universal and/or primordial ‘potential field’.
Seen from the Yogacara point of view, these
imprints direct the cause of evolution.
5. Why do we react emotionally and how can we
change without repressing emotions?
Identifying with vulnerable self-references
causes sensitivity to changes and calls for
support. When that is unavailable, defensive
reactions or repression is the norm. However,
we can change this norm and use these
circumstances for development.
6. Nearness to Oneself and Openness to the
World
To be open implies the ability to give inner space
for experiencing ‘what is’ without expectations
and preconceived ideas. Beyond language and
emotions there exist levels of self-referential
beingness, identifying with which implies a
continuous diminishing of fear and need of
outer support. With this undisturbed strength in
ourselves, we naturally give space to the feeling
of love and compassion to others.
7. What is Mindfulness / Meditation and how
does it relate to Modern Science?
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Mindfulness is a deep ancient analytical as well
as unifying meditation method. New versions of
mindfulness are being presented now-a-days
and results demonstrating
interesting findings are investigated from a
neurological and modern scientific health point
of view, an extract of which will be presented.
8. Different Levels of Consciousness –
Relationships between Processes of Deep
Meditation, Deep Dreamless Sleep, and the
Death-process – Inner and Modern Science
Perspectives
In accordance with Inner Science we find this
correlation, why the yogis used the dream state
as a stepping-stone to spiritual development and
trained to be conscious throughout the processes
of falling asleep and dying. To be discussed with
reference to modern science and near-death-
experiences.
9. Dreams, the Dream-State and How to Use
Dreams for Personal Development
We have beingness of body and mind in all
natural processes. The subtler the body the more
open the space and time limitations. I.e. the
dream state and the dream appearances can be
used for personal development – we will explore
this theoretically in the afternoons and more
practically in the mornings.
10. Ethics – Interrelation of Man and Nature –
Inner and Modern Science
Modern societies experience complex ethical
dilemmas in relation to the exploitation of
nature. This will be discussed from inner and
modern science perspectives.
11. Modern Science Meets Inner Science – A
Summary
Participants will be asked to reflect over the
different topics that have been presented and in
groups of two present their view on the
significance of this with respect to inner and
modern science.
** Each theme will be introduced and depending on
the interest, one topic might be continued for one to
three days. Therefore there are no dates on the single
presentations; the speakers will feel free to change the
order of the themes in accordance with the group and
other circumstances.
(2)
13 June to 5 July
{Excluding Sundays and Tibetan holidays}
02:00 pm to 03:00 pm
At the Library of Tibetan Works and Archives
www.ltwa.net
Buddhist Philosophy Course:
The Role of Mind in the Pursuit of Happiness
The primary objectives of the LTWA are to
provide a comprehensive cultural resource
centre and to promote an environment that
encourages research and exchange of
knowledge between scholars and students.
These factors are of the utmost importance in a
contemporary world shaped by political and
spiritual confusion. In trying to fulfill its
objectives, the Library's priorities include:
* Acquiring and conserving Tibetan
manuscripts, books, artifacts and works of art.
* Providing access to books, manuscripts and
reference works (in Tibetan as well as in foreign
languages) in study areas within the Library.
* Compiling bibliographies and documentation
of Library holdings and related literature
available worldwide.
* Providing copies and prints of Library
holdings and acting as a reference centre for
such source materials.
* Publishing books and manuscripts under the
Library imprint.
* Supporting research and study of the Tibetan
language, both classical and modern.
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LECTURES: (1)
TIBETAN NUNS PROJECT
DOLMA LING NUNNERY
AND INSTITUTE
Wednesday, 13 June
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue: Dolma Ling
PO Sidhpur
Dharamsala
District Kangra-176057
Himachal Pradesh
(91)(1892) 246419/246715
www.tnp.org
Topics:
How does TNP support Tibetan nuns to become economically self-sufficient and take on leadership
roles in the community?
What are some of the challenges that Tibetan nuns face? How does TNP seek to address these?
How does TNP address the trauma and violence nuns escaping from Tibet have experienced?
Are there programmes to facilitate trauma healing for the nuns? What are some of the ways in
which the nuns can participate in community activities?
How can we contribute?
About the Organisation:
The Tibetan Nuns Project was founded over two decades ago to provide education and humanitarian
aid to refugee nuns from Tibet and the Himalayan regions of India. The Project provides facilities and
programmes to educate, empower, and improve the status of ordained Tibetan women.
The Tibetan Nuns Project is dedicated to:
- Improving standards of food, sanitation, medical care, and education in Tibetan nunneries.
- Working towards future self-sufficiency through educational and training opportunities.
- Training nuns to take leadership and service roles within their communities.
- Improving the level and status of ordained Buddhist women.
- Assisting recently arrived refugee nuns from Tibet.
- Continuing to establish further facilities for Buddhist nuns.
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TIBETAN MEDICAL AND ASTROLOGICAL
INSTITUTE
OF HIS HOLINESS THE DALAI LAMA (TMAI)
Thursday, 14 June
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue: TMAI
Gangchen Kyishong
Dharamsala
District Kangra-176215
Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 228043
www.men-tsee-khang.org
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Topics:
In Tibetan Buddhist philosophy, what is the relationship between medicine, astronomy and
astrology? How does the synergy between the three areas facilitate wellbeing?
A Tibetan Buddhist perspective on the relationship between religion and science.
TMAI in exile and governance, medical college, manufacturing, clinics and exports, R&D.
How can we contribute?
About the Organisation:
Mission of TMAI:
- To promote and practice gSowa-rigpa, the Tibetan system of medicine, astronomy and astrology.
- To provide accessible health care to people regardless of caste, colour or creed.
- To provide free or concessional i.e. subsidized health care to the poor and needy, monks and
nuns, all new arrivals from Tibet, and those over the age of 70.
- To produce Tibetan medicines in an environmentally sensitive manner.
(3)
TIBETAN CENTRE FOR
CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Friday, 15 June
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue: TCCR or TMAI Hall
Session Road
Gangchen Kyishong
Dharamsala
District Kangra-176215
Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 226627
www.tccr.org
Topics:
The Relationship between the Tibetan and Indian Communities in Dharamsala: Promoting Conflict
Resolution and Coexistence
The role of nonviolence in the Tibetan struggle for dignity, human rights and freedom.
Building a synergy between Tibetan Buddhist philosophy and Western approaches to conflict
resolution.
How can we contribute?
About the Organisation:
Tibetan Centre for Conflict Resolution (TCCR) is a non-profit, educational organisation dedicated to
the nonviolent management of conflicts in the Tibetan community and the world as a whole.
Mission of TCCR:
To promote approaches and tools of nonviolent conflict resolution and democratic processes in the
Tibetan community in exile and elsewhere. Thus strengthening unity, which in turn, ensures the
continuance of the nonviolent struggle of the Tibetan people in the long run.
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DEPARTMENT OF
INFORMATION AND
INTERNATIONAL
RELATIONS
Monday, 18 June
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue: Lhakpa Tsering Hall,
DIIR
Central Tibetan
Administration
Gangchen Kyishong
Dharamsala
District Kangra-176215
Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 222457, 222510
www.tibet.net
Topics:
In order to serve the Tibetan community and respond to international requests for information, what
are some of the audio, visual and print programmes hosted by the DIIR?
What is the nature of communication between the Tibetan government and world governments?
Could the DIIR cite examples of the ways in which world governments and international
organisations have supported and promoted the Tibetan cause? What has been the nature of
communication with the United Nations and other international organisations? In what ways has
the DIIR been successful in promoting the Tibetan cause internationally and in pressurising China
to transform its policy of repression in Tibet?
About the Central Tibetan Administration and the Middle Way Approach.
How can we contribute?
About the Organisation:
The Department of Information and International Relations is one of the seven main departments
under the Kashag. It has its origin in Chisee Khang (Foreign Relations Office), which was re-
established in exile in 1959, after the Chinese occupation of Tibet. In March 1969, the international
relations section of Chisee Khang was placed under the Bureau of His Holiness the Dalai Lama in
New Delhi. With the overwhelming demand for information on Tibet by the international community
as well as Tibetans, in understanding political, human rights and environmental consciousness, the
Department had started publishing the ‘Tibetan Bulletin’. Thus, in 1971, the information section was
expanded with the inclusion of Sheja Publication, and renamed ‘Information and Publicity Office’. On
4 April 1988, the Office was further expanded and the international relations section of the Bureau in
Delhi was made a part of it again. It was thus that the Office came to be renamed the Department of
Information and International Relations (DIIR).
Scope of DIIR:
The scope of DIIR’s mandate is broad through its various initiatives. Essentially, DIIR is responsible
for all communications from or concerning the Central Tibetan Administration, through various
media, in addition to international relations. The latter focuses on relations with governments, civil
society, media, as well as the Tibetan Diaspora.
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TIBETAN CENTRE FOR
HUMAN RIGHTS AND
DEMOCRACY
Monday, 2July
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue: Lhakpa Tsering Hall,
DIIR
Gangchen Kyishong
Dharamsala
District Kangra-176215
Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 223363 / 229225
www.tchrd.org
Topics:
What is the current situation of human rights in Tibet? What does TCHRD do to promote respect
for human rights and democracy inside Tibet?
What are some of the strategies that TCHRD uses to educate the exiled community about
democracy? According to TCHRD, what is democracy and how can its precepts be implemented
amongst the exiled community as well as inside Tibet?
How is democracy understood in Tibetan Buddhism and culture?
Political prisoners, support, education in Tibet and in exile, ,International Criminal Act, uprisings
in Tibet, legitimacy, international lobbying, Tibet: human rights and the rule of law, International
Commission of Jurists (ICJ).
How can we contribute?
About the Organisation:
TCHRD is the first Tibetan non-governmental human rights organisation to be established in exile in
India. Founded in 1996, TCHRD is registered as an NGO under Section 2 of the Indian Societies
Registration Act, 1860 and is based in Dharamsala, North India.
TCHRD's Mission:
- To promote and protect human rights of the Tibetan people in Tibet.
- To educate the exiled Tibetan community on human rights principles and democratic concepts.
(6)
ENVIRONMENT AND
DEVELOPMENT DESK
Wednesday, 20 June
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue: Lhakpa Tsering Hall,
DIIR
CentralTibetan Administration
Gangchen Kyishong
Dharamsala
District Kangra-176215
Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 222457, 222510
www.tibet.net/important-
issues/tibets-environment-and-
development-issue
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Topics:
What is the current status of development inside Tibet? Have the benefits of development reached
people living within Tibet?
What is the status of projects to preserve the environment inside Tibet? What are some of the
strategies that EDD has adopted to draw international attention to the environmental degradation
of Tibet’s ecosystem and rivers?
According to EDD, what are some of the methods that young people can employ to create a
synergy between development and preservation of the environment?
How can we contribute?
About the Organisation:
The Environment and Development Desk was established in March 1990. This Desk was earlier
known as the Environment Desk. In addition to monitoring and reporting on the environmental
situation inside Tibet, it used to be active in environmental education projects in Tibetan communities
in exile. Over the years, EDD has begun to focus more on environment and development issues inside
Tibet.
EDD’s spheres of activity are mainly focused on Tibet, and its chief goals are:
- To monitor and research environment and development issues inside Tibet.
- To disseminate information and carry out selective advocacy on promoting sustainable
development inside Tibet.
- To create awareness on environmental issues in the exiled Tibetan community.
(7)
TIBETAN PARLIAMENT-IN-EXILE
Thursday, 21 June
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue: Lhakpa Tsering Hall, DIIR
Gangchen Kyishong
Dharamsala
District Kangra-176215
Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 222481
www.tpprc.org
Topics:
What is the structure of the Tibetan political system within India? How does the government-in-
exile function?
How are laws passed and implemented in the geographically diverse Tibetan settlements across
India?
What are some of the important issues currently under discussion in the Tibetan Parliament? How
will these influence the wellbeing of the Tibetan community in Tibet, India and the world?
How can we contribute?
Topics that may be part of the Lecture:
Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile, Parliament Background,
Electoral Process, Present Members, Significance,
Efficiency, Obstacles, Future Plans, Tibetan Charter.
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In February 1960, at Bodhgaya (where Lord Buddha achieved enlightenment), His Holiness the Dalai
Lama outlined a detailed programme designed to introduce the exiles to the practice of democratic
self-rule to the large group of Tibetans gathered there. He advised them to set up an elected body
with three exile representatives for each of the three cholkas and one each for the four Buddhist
religious traditions.
The Assembly of Tibetan People's Deputies' building was completed in the early 1980s during the
seventh ATPD. It is a modest structure at the centre of a horseshoe-shaped cluster of buildings
housing the various departments of the Secretariat of the Government-in-Exile.
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TIBETAN CHILDREN’S VILLAGE SCHOOL
Friday, 22 June
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue: TCV
Dharamsala Cantt.
Distt. Kangra – 176216
Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 221348/ 221680/ 220356
www.tcv.org.in
Topics:
How does TCV empower destitute and refugee Tibetan children to become leaders of the
community?
What are the kinds of trauma (and history) that Tibetan children come with to TCV? How does
TCV address the emotional/psychological issues of separation from the family? In the absence of
parents, how does TCV provide the love and care that children so young need?
What is the kind of educational curriculum that TCV follows to build an empowered generation
of Tibetan leaders?
Home System, Curriculum, Affiliation, Examination, Alumni, Escape Stories, Further Studies,
Employment, Culture and Identity, Future Plans, Career Counseling.
How can we contribute?
About the Organisation:
Mission and Goals of TCV:
The Mission of Tibetan Children's Villages (TCV) - an integrated charitable organisation - is to ensure
that all Tibetan children under its care receive a sound education, a firm cultural identity and become
self-reliant and contributing members of the Tibetan community and the world at large.
Goals of TCV:
- Provide parental care and love.
- Develop a sound understanding of Tibetan identity and culture.
- Develop character and moral values.
- Provide effective modern and Tibetan education.
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- Provide child-centered learning atmosphere in the schools.
- Provide environment for physical and intellectual growth.
- Provide suitable and effective life and career guidance for social and citizenship skills.
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TIBETAN YOUTH CONGRESS
Monday, 25 June
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue: TYC
Central Executive Committee
P.O. McLeod Ganj - 176219
Dharamshala
176 219
Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 221554 / 221010
www.tibetanyouthcongress.org
Topics:
Status of the political dialogue between His Holiness’ representatives and the Chinese
government: successes and failures.
A history of the Tibetan struggle for freedom .
The Tibet-China-India relationship: A legal/political perspective
How can we contribute?
About the Organisation:
Members of TYC accept to perform the following tasks :
- To dedicate oneself to the task of serving one’s country and people under the guidance of His
Holiness the Dalai Lama, the spiritual and temporal ruler of Tibet.
- To promote and protect national unity and integrity by giving up all distinctions based on religion,
regionalism or status.
- To work for the preservation and promotion of religion and Tibet’s unique culture and traditions.
- To struggle for the total independence of Tibet even at the cost of one’s life.
TYC also organises cultural exhibitions and festivals to create awareness among the people of the
world of Tibet’s culture. TYC engages in a wide variety of activities aimed at helping those in need
and alleviating some of the most urgent social and educational problems. These range from
organising broom squads to building public toilets, conducting health education programmes to
blood donation, holding adult education classes to starting schools and planting trees.
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TIBETAN WOMEN’S
ASSOCIATION
Tuesday, 26 June
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue: TWA
Central Executive Committee
P.O. McLeod Ganj
Dharamshala - 176 219
Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 221527/221198
www.tibetanwomen.org
Topics:
Political and economic empowerment of Tibetan Women in exile.
Successes and challenges .
The role of TWA in drawing international attention to violence
against Women in Tibet.
TWA’s role in promoting peace and justice in the exiled
community.
Women, human rights and the environment: A Buddhist approach.
About the Organisation:
Aims and Objectives of TWA:
- To raise global awareness about the critical situation inside Tibet, and to exert international
pressure for the improvement of human rights conditions for Tibetans living in occupied Tibet.
- Social, political and economic empowerment of women in exile.
- Addressing the drastic human rights abuses committed against Tibetan women in Tibet including
rape, physical violence, and the denial of fundamental reproductive, religious and political
freedoms.
- To ensure Tibetan women have access to adequate educational information about health care,
childcare and family planning.
- Preservation and promotion of Tibetan culture, language, tradition and the arts through
community education, literacy and publications. - Assisting the needy in the community through sponsorship programs that help to support
economically disadvantaged families, single parents, children, nuns, the handicapped, the sick
and the elderly. - To join hands with the women of the world to promote peace and justice for all.TYC also
organises cultural exhibitions and festivals to create awareness among the people of the world of
Tibet’s culture. Social & Educational: TYC engages in a wide variety of activities aimed at helping
those in need and alleviating some of the most urgent social and educational problems. These
range from organisms broom squads to building public toilets, conducting health education
programmes to blood donation, holding adult education classes to starting schools and planting
trees.
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STUDENT FOR A FREE TIBET
Wednesday, 27 June
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue:SFT
P.O. McLeod Ganj
Dharamshala - 176 219
Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 221527/221198
www.studentsforafreetibet.or
Topics:
Role of the Youth in the Struggle for Free Tibet
A Roadmap for Free Tibet: Strategies in Action Autonomy or
Independence? Envisioning Tibet 2020
How can we contribute?
About the Organisation:
VISION:
In our work for Tibetan independence we aim to inspire and enable people, especially the youth, to
create a just and equitable world, free of oppression, in which there is respect for the earth and all
living beings.
VALUES:
We believe every individual has the right to be free. Those who enjoy freedom have the power and
also the responsibility to make positive change in the world. We seek to create opportunities to
inspire, enable and motivate all people to see that change is possible. We value creativity in every
pursuit, and we believe it is essential to have fun while working towards our vision of a just and
equitable world.
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TIBETAN SETTLEMENT
OFFICE
DHARAMSALA
Thursday, 28 June
10:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Venue: TSO Hall
Bhagsu Road
McLeod Ganj-176219
Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 221059
www.tsodhasa.or
Topics:
Welfare Programme, Waste Management, Paper Recycling, Green Shop, EEP, Volunteering,
Responsible Tourism.
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About the Organisation:
The Tibetan Settlement Office (TSO), Dharamsala, is strictly based on truth, nonviolence, and genuine
democratic governance as the directive principles for serving the Tibetan people in Dharamsala.
Our objectives and subsequent activities are drawn upon a need-based approach in development.
Nonviolence, environmental protection, poverty alleviation, and sustainability are the guiding
principles of all the major activities of the Tibetan Settlement Office (TSO) , Dharamsala.
AUDIENCES
6 June, 2012 Audience with HH the Gyalwang Karmapa(Tentative)
July, 2012 Audience with His Holiness the Dalai Lama(Tentative)
June, 2012 Appointment with Dr Lobsang Sangay (Tentative)
ACCOMMODATION
Girls:
Coordinator:
Principal
Dolma Ling Nunnery
PO Sidhpur-176057
Dharamsala, District Kangra
HP, India
Contact details:
Tel: (91) (1892) 246419
Fax:(91) (1892) 246413
Email: [email protected]
Boys:
Coordinator:
Secretary
Dip Tsechokling Monastery
PO McLeod Ganj - 176219
Dharamsala, District Kangra
HP, India
Tel: (91) (1892) 221726
Fax: (91) (1892) 221404
Boys:
Coordinator:
Secretary
Namgyal Monastery
PO McLeod Ganj - 176219
Dharamsala, District Kangra
HP, India
Tel: (91) (1892) 221492
Fax: (91) (1892) 220954
Saturday, 7 July: Leave Dharamsala for Delhi
END OF PROGRAMME
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