The Lama then enters into the subject of the disturbances between his dependants and the British Government, and concludes: -- "As to my part, I am but a Fakeer; and it is the custom of my sect, with the rosary in our hands, to pray for the welfare of all mankind, and especially for the peace and happiness of the inhabitants of this country; and I do now, with my head uncovered, intreat that you will cease from all hostilities in future. In this country the worship of the Almighty is the profession of all."
World Tibet Day
World Tibet Day is being held this year on July 6th, linked to the birthday of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. From the moment we created the event in 1997, it has grown enormously in scope and in public support. In its first year, WTD was held in only 10 cities, in 3 countries; Last year we observed it in 57 cities, in 28 countries around the world. WTD was initiated in Chicago in 1997 at an informal meeting between Tendzin Choegyal, the Dalai Lamas younger brother and Richard Rosenkranz, a Pulitzer Prize nominee in history and a former correspondent from the U.S. Senate. Rosenkranz proposed the concept of WTD, saying it could become an annual worldwide event, designed to help the Tibetan people regain essential freedoms. He also suggested this event could be a way to showcase and celebrate the unique value of Tibetan culture and thought. Enthusiastic about the idea, Tendzin Choegyal suggested WTD should be held in July, linked to his brother's birthday - in order to increase potential support among Tibetans. Believing that the proposed event held great promise, they offered the idea to His Holiness who gave them his blessing and his warm support.
Tibetan Center for Human Rights and Democracy
The Tibetan Center for Human Rights and Democracy (TCHRD) is a Tibetan non-governmental organization (NGO) that investigates the human rights situation in Tibet and presents this information internationally in various forms. They also organize educational programs and promote the principles of democracy within the Tibetan community. TCHRD, founded in 1996, is the first Tibetan NGO to be formed with the goal of protecting and promoting the human rights of the Tibetan people.
Friends of Tibet
Friends of Tibet (INDIA) is an effort by individuals from all over the world to spread awareness about the unique cultural and religious identity of the Tibetan people. Friends of Tibet (INDIA) began with one member in 1999. Today, the organization includes more than 3,400 members from all over the world.
Khawa Karpo Tibet Culture Centre Charitable Trust
Khawa Karpo Tibet Culture Centre Charitable Trust, Dharamsala is a non-profit organization founded in 2003 by a group of Tibetans. The primary aim is to join and intensify the ongoing struggle of Tibetans in exile. The Chinese invasion and occupation of Tibet not only forced tens and thousands of Tibetans, including its benevolent leader the His Holiness the XIV Dalai Lama, into exile but also hardened the maintenance of Tibetan culture. Tibetans in exile, with the help of our friends abroad, have been struggling to keep the traditions alive under great difficulties.
Volunteer Tibet
VolunteerTibet is a volunteer referral service that quickly and efficiently connects organizations of the Tibetan community with skilled volunteers. VolunteerTibet officially launched its service on December 10th, 2002, commemorating the date His Holiness the Dalai Lama received the Nobel Peace Prize, and currently works with non-profit and government Tibetan organizations in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.
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