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Complete Brochure of Gurukul Programme 2012 at Dharamsala, North India from 5 June to 7 July 2012
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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 insight into Tibetan culture for University people
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: furhhdl@furhhdl.org ∫ Website: www.furhhdl.org
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ʺTo 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.ʺ
‐ His Holiness the Dalai Lama
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CONTENTS
4 About the Foundation 6 Programme Overview 7 Programme Details 22 Map 23 Join Us
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About the foundation ʺThis 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.ʺ
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 organization 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 enriches formal education processes by facilitating inspirational contact with masters of different spiritual traditions, particularly Tibetan Buddhism. The participants, mainly university people, 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 the daily activities of Tibetan life in the monasteries and nunneries, and with the communities in exile. They have the privilege of an audience with His Holiness. The Foundation is exploring possibilities for extending this program 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:
• 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. 2012 will mark the 12th year of the unique Gurukul programme.
Reporting Information:
Report on 5 June, 3 pm at Himachal Tourism Office, Chandralok Bhavan 36, Janpath, New Delhi
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Programme details
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 @ TMAI Mess
03:00 pm
Tarab Institute @LTWA
Introduction to Unity in Duality Course
Monday, 11 June
09:00 am
Tibetan Medical & Astrology Institute of HH the Dalai Lama
www.men‐tsee‐khang.org
Guided Tour ‐ The Institute & Museum
11.00 am Tibetan Center for Conflict Resolution www.tccr.org
Introduction to TCCR @ TMAI Hall
12.30 pm
Lunch Break at TMAI Mess
02:00 pm
Department of Information & International Relations
www.tibet.net
Introductory to Central Tibetan Administration in Exile
03:00 pm Tibetan Center for Human Rights & Democracy
03:30 pm Environment and Development Desk
04.00 pm Tibetan Parliament‐in‐Exile
04.30 pm
Library of Tibetan Works and Archive
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 & Vippassana Center
www.tushita.info
12.30 am 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 Womenʹs 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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Programme detailsOPPORTUNITIES After the Introductory Tour of Dharamsala, Participants will choose centers and activities of their choice as per concerned centers’ schedule such as Thangka Paintings, Woodcarving, Statue Making, Wood Painting, Tibetan Music and Dance and volunteering in various Tibetan Organizations. Each participant will enroll themselves into these activities after having discussions with the group and in consultation with concerned centers. Participants can choose more than one activities and maintain the timetable once chosen. Apart from above mentioned activities following special classes/lectures/discussions are mandatory based on which certificates will be issued after the programme is concluded.
TWO SPECIAL COURSES & ELEVEN LECTURES
TWO SPECIAL COURSES: (1) 13 June to 5 July {Excluding Sundays& Tibetan Holidays} 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm @ 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 Institutes 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 in concerning the points above. Education in Unity in Duality is at the present going on in France, Germany, Slovakia, and India. Summary of Mind Science Programme specially tailored for Gurukul Participants is given below:
Inner Eastern Science of Mind and Reality
Meets Modern Science With entrance from the Buddhist View, based on UD* / Tendrel / Interrelated Nature of
Reality
• Unity in Duality (UD) was formulated by Tarab Tulku Rinpoche, Lharampa Geshe, one of the most renowned Tibetan Scholars 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 the 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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Programme details paradigm through 40 years of research, already starting in Tibet before 1959. He crowned 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, founded 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 the universalities and can therefore be used in combination with any culture, 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 that is prevailing today in many parts of the world. Unity in Duality is relevant for all walks of life: For lay people and personal as well as for professional application. It introduces effective methods for creating inner and outer harmony, mainly through practical application at present in the fields of human relations, communication, education and mental health. Likewise it has great importance in connection with 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 whole 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) inter‐relationships that saturates Buddhism and all Eastern inner Science: It’s basic tenet: The reality appearances comes about in the meeting between mind and referential reality. 3. Self‐references, the core around which our realities unfolds – An Inner Science Perspective Tenet: Every entity existence has a self‐referential core. As humans we have many layers of self‐references and many types. 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 Tenet: Whatever action (karma) is make 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, through evolution these imprints direct the cause of evolution. 5. Why do we react Emotionally and how can we Change without repressing the Emotions? – An Inner Science and Modern Science 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 exists 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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Programme details Mindfulness is a very 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. The Nature of Stress and how it can be coped with – Inner and Modern Science perspectives Discussion of the neurophysiology and health aspects of stress and what determines stress and inner remedies presented in accordance both to Inner and Modern Science. 9. Mind, Brain and Mental Health – Inner and Modern Science perspectives Definition of mental health will be discussed and the relationship between mind and brain explored from both inner and modern science perspectives. 10. Epigenetics, Neuroplasticity and Mindfulness – Modern Science perspectives Recent research in neuroscience has revealed that the brain has capacity to develop and continue to undergo changes as a response to our thinking and feeling and mental activities. New neurons will be formed from stem cells, and other structural changes will take place influencing the function of the brain. So it matters what we do and think. 11. Different Levels of Consciousness – Relationships between processes of going into 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 likewise trained to be conscious throughout the processes of falling asleep and dying. To be discussed with reference also to Modern science and to near‐death‐experiences. 12. An Inner Science Perspective on Dreams, the Dream‐State and how to use Dreams for Personal Development Tenet: We have beingness of body and mind in all natural processes. The subtler the body the more opens 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. 13. Ethics – Interrelation of Man and Nature – Inner and Modern Science Modern societies experiences complex ethical dilemmas in relation to the exploitation of nature. This will be discussed from inner and modern science perspectives. 14. Modern Science Meets Inner Science – A summary The 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 introduces and all depending of the interest one topic might be continued for 1‐3 days. Therefore 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 & Tibetan Holidays} 03:30 pm to 05:30 pm @ LTWA Buddhist Philosophy Course: The Role of Mind in the Pursuit of Happiness Library of Tibetan Works and Archive www.ltwa.net The primary objectives of the LTWA are to provide a comprehensive cultural resource centre and to promote an environment that encourages research and an 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 Libraryʹs priorities include:
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Programme details * 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
LECTURES: (1)
TIBETAN NUNS PROJECT DOLMALING NUNNERY & INSTITUTE Wednesday, 13 June 10:00 pm to 12:15 pm Venue: Dolmaling Nunnery
Dolmaling Nunnery PO Sidhpur Dharamsala District Kangra ‐ 176057 Himachal Pradesh
(91) (1892) 246419/246715 info@tnp.org www.tnp.org
Topics:
How does TNP support Tibetan nuns to become economically self‐sufficient and to 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 that nuns escaping from Tibet have experienced? Are there programs 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 Organization: The Tibetan Nuns Project was founded over two decades ago to provide education and humanitarian aid to refugee nuns from Tibet and Himalayan regions of India. The Project provides facilities and programs 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 (TMAI) OF HIS HOLINESS THE DALAI LAMA Thursday, 14 June 10:00 pm to 12:15 pm Venue: TMAI
Gangchen Kyishong Dharamsala District Kangra ‐ 176215 Himachal Pradesh (91) (1892) 228043 tmai@men‐tsee‐khang.or www.men‐tsee‐khang.org
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 & Governance, Medical College, Manufacturing, Clinics & Exports, R&D How can we contribute?
About the Organization: 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 Seventy. - To produce Tibetan medicines in an environmentally sensitive manner.
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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 tccroffice@yahoo.com www.tccr.org
Topics: The Relationship between the Tibetan and Indian Community 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?
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Programme details About the Organization: Tibetan Centre for Conflict Resolution (TCCR) is a non‐profit, educational organization dedicated to the non‐violent management of conflicts in the Tibetan Community and the world as a whole. Mission of TCCR: To promote the approaches and tools of non‐violent conflict resolution and democratic processes in our Tibetan community in exile and elsewhere. Thus strengthening our unity, which in turn, ensures the continuance of our non‐violent struggle in the long run.
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DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION & 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 diir@tibet.net 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 programs hosted by the Department?
What is the nature of communication between the Tibetan Government and world governments? Could the Department cite examples of the ways in which world governments and international organizations have supported and promoted the Tibetan cause?
What has been the nature of communication with the United Nations and other international organizations? In what ways has the Department been successful in promoting the Tibetan cause internationally and in pressurizing China to transform its policy of repression in Tibet?
Central Tibetan Administration, Middle Way Approach How can we contribute?
About the Organization: The Department of Information and International Relations is one of the seven main departments under Kashag. It has its origin in Chisee Khang (the 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. However, 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 Tibetan Bulletin. Thus, in 1971, the information section was expanded with the inclusion of Sheja Publication and renamed as Information and Publicity Office. On 4 April 1988, the Office was further expanded and the international relations
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Programme details 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 the Department’s mandate is broad through its various initiatives. Essentially, DIIR is responsible for all communications from or concerning the Central Tibetan Administration, through various medium, 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 Tuesday, 19 June 10:00 pm to 12:15 pm Venue: Lhakpa Tsering Hall, DIIR
Gangchen Kyishong Dharamsala District Kangra ‐ 176215 Himachal Pradesh (91) (1892) 223363 / 229225 office@tchrd.org 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 & 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 Organization: TCHRD is the first Tibetan non‐governmental human rights organization 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. Scope of DIIR: TCHRDʹs Mission: - To promote and protect human rights of the Tibetan people in Tibet - To educate the exile Tibetan community on human rights principles and democratic concepts
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ENVIRONMENT AND DEVELOPMENT DESK Wednesday, 20 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 edd@tibet.ne www.tibet.net/important‐issues/tibets‐environment‐and‐development‐issue
Topics: What is the current status of development inside Tibet? Have the benefits of development reached people living inside 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 the preservation of the environment?
How can we contribute? About the Organization: Environment and Development Desk Established in March 1990, this Desk was earlier known as Environment Desk. In addition to monitoring and reporting 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 activities are mainly focused on Tibet, and its chief goals are: - To monitor and research on environment and development issues inside Tibet; To disseminate information and carry out selective advocacy on promoting sustainabledevelopment inside Tibet; - To create awareness on environmental issues in the exiled Tibetan community.
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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 tibetanparliament@tibet.net www.tpprc.org
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Programme details 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?
Electoral Process, Present Members, Significance, Efficiency, Obstacles, Future Plans, Tibetan Charter
How can we contribute? About the Organization: In February 1960, at Bodh Gaya (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 Peopleʹs Deputiesʹ 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 headoffice@tcv.org 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 & Identity, Future Plans, Career Counseling.
How can we contribute?
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Programme details About the Organization: Mission & Goals of TCV: The Mission of Tibetan Childrenʹs Villages (TCV) ‐ an integrated charitable organization ‐ 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 - 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 info@tibetanyouthcongress.org www.tibetanyouthcongress.org
Topics that may be part of the Lecture: 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 Organization: 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. 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
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Programme details 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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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 twa@tibetanwomen.org 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 Organization: Aims & Objectives of TWA: - To raise global awareness of 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 fdorjee13@gmail.com www.studentsforafreetibet.org
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 Organization: VISION: In our work for Tibetan independence we also aim to inspire and enable people, especially youth, to create a just and equitable world, free of oppression, in which there is respect for the earth and all living things. 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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Programme details AUDIENCES (TENTATIVE) First week of July, Audience with His Holiness the Dalai Lama June, Appointment with Dr. Lobsang Sangay June, Audience with HH The Gyalwang Karmapa ACCOMMODATION
Girls: Coordinator: Principal Dolmaling Nunnery PO Sidhpur ‐ 176057 Dharamsala, District Kangra HP, India Contact details: Tel: (91) (1892) 246419 Fax: (91) (1892) 246413 Email: tnpindia@sancharnet.in Boys: Coordinator: Secretary Dip Tsechokling Monastery PO McLeod Ganj ‐ 176219 Dharamsala, District Kangra HP, India
Tel: (91) (1892) 221726 Fax: (91) (1892) 221404 tpemalama@yahoo.co.in Boys: Coordinator: Secretary Namgyal Monastery PO McLeod Ganj ‐ 176219 Dharamsala, District Kangra HP, India Tel: (91) (1892) 221492 Fax: (91) (1892) 220954 namgyal@vsnl.com namgyal_m@yahoo.co.in
Saturday, 7 July: Leave Dharamsala to Delhi END OF PROGRAMME
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