DOCSLIB.ORG

1St Quarter 2015 THF News Tibetan Homes Foundation, Mussoorie

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
1St Quarter 2015 THF News Tibetan Homes Foundation, Mussoorie Page 1 Tibetan Homes Foundation, Mussoorie 1st Quarter 2015 THF News Dear friends, Tashi Delek and many warm greetings from Tibetan Homes Foundation! It is my privilege to report you the Tri Months (January-March 2015) THF news. With your support the year 2014 has been a special year where we were able to give our children a holistic education with academic brilliance. The first quarter of 2015 was no less and we bring you here some highlights. No Snow Fall: Since January 2015 final day the children were taken out weather in Mussoorie has been pretty for a shopping with their limited dry. We were hopeful with some snow pocket money to different places. Dur- fall instead we received some small por- ing the three days special food was tion of hail. Over all weathers condition served to children as a part of the pic- in the past three months been excellent. nic and also pocket money of Rs. 100/- per day was granted. A total of Winter Picnic 2015 – A three night stay about 500 children along with the at Rajpur was organized from 12th to 24th home parents were part of the winter January 2015 as part of winter picnic. Chil- overnight picnic. dren were divided in three batches of 110- 120 hosted by the branch School in Ra- Winter Fun Classes- This year over jpur. 1st Batch of the children left from 300 children participated in the win- Mussoorie to Rajpur on 12th January and ter activities. The classes comprising had interaction with THF children at Ra- of Drawing and Painting Group, jpur. The next day after breakfast the chil- Book Binding, Tibetan Musical in- dren visited to Drikung Kague and struments, Tibetan Handwriting. Songtsen Library and Forest Research Cooking Class and etc were organ- Institute of Dheradun. They had packed ized with different resource persons. lunch at Drikung Monsatery. On the sec- We are happy to inform you that the ond day the Children had wonderful pil- resource persons have been our own grimage visit at Nyingmapa moastery in staff members who have taken the Clementown where they also got to see overall burden of the different the 101 ft tall Buddha Statue and the classes. The children have taken keen Great Stupa dedicated to World Peace interest in the classes and enjoyed which is 185 ft tall. The pilgrimage was learning new skills. The winter holi- completed at Rajpur after visiting the Sa- days of the children were spent in a kya Monastery. To have a thrilling experi- constructive and new learning experi- ence in the cinema hall,the children en- ence. joyed the popular Hindi Movie called P.K. with some Pepsi and popcorn. On the Photos of Winter classes Warm winter clothes: The children who remain back in the foundation during Winter Break are mostly destitute. The need of the children in terms of clothes at the homes were one of the utmost. This year the home parents were provided with the pocket money for shopping and it was a success as children went along and bought clothes of their choice and needs. All children and parents were asked to bring their purchased items for a group photo. The warm winter clothing was also meant to be a gift for the Losar – Tibetan New Year for the children at the homes. Children with new clothes 1st Quarter 2015 THF News (January-March 2015) Tibetan Homes Foundation, Mussoorie Page 2 Scholarship Tour- Mr.Tenzin Samphel La, the THF Scholarship Officier toured Chennai, Banga- lore and Mangalore to visit our students who are pursuing higher studies. We have over 180 children in more than 10 different colleges in these places. During his visit from 24th January to 6th February 2015, Mr Samphel La met the students, held discussion with Principal and administrators of differ- ent colleges and requested admission for graduating students in year 2015. We are happy to report that our students in these colleges have earned good reputation and positive response from the Principals and other staff. Mr.Tenzin Samphel with college Principal. Losar CELEBRATION (Tibetan New Year) 19th - 22nd February, 2015: Losar the Tibetan New Year is one of the most awaited festivals of Tibetan people. This year 2142 wood sheep Tibetan Losar was celebrated with much happi- ness by children and staff in the foun- dation. The mood of Losar came few weeks before it actually started. One could see the children and the home Derga(Tibetan Cookies Offering in THF parents busy with the preparation for Office after decoration) the Losar making Tibetan cookies Parents Day: The United Nations proclaimed Khapsey, cleaning and etc. Evening June 1 to be the Global Day of Parents but before the losar, Derga or the Khapsey Tibetan people commemorate the Parents Day offering started in each home as per on 5th March every year on the birth anniver- the Tibetan tradition. The losar starts sary of Mrs. Dickyi Tsering La late mother of with greeting and wishing each others, His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Losar celebrations were held at the Since the home parents in THF have a vital homes while on the third day early role to play for the growth of the children morning prayers were held at Dalai under our care, we too commemorated the Hill with hoisting of prayer flags. At parents day in THF Tsering Dolma Audito- rium which also coincident with 15th Day of homes the children were given special first month of Tibetan Calendar. Mr. Tenzin meals with fruits and eggs. Making Tibetan Cookies at Home Nyima head of registration and admission department of THF read the statement of Department of Education on the occasion. New Academic Session 2015 End of Winter Vacation: 28th February 2015 was the last School Reopen on 2nd March 2015, after over two day for the children to return back from their winter holi- months of winter holiday the School re-opened for days. The school reopen on 2nd of March for the new aca- the new academic session of year 2015-16. At the demic session of 2015. Majority of the children who had morning Assembly Dr. Passang Dhundup, Principal, left for vacations returned back in time and after going through their medical check-up at the hospital they were addressed the students. His address focused on stud- back in their homes. It was a special time for the children ies and school discipline from the beginning. All stu- as they seemed to enjoy meeting their home mates after a dents looked happy to start School and meet their long gap of time and exchanging their vacation experi- friends and class mates. The first day was busy with ences. distribution of books and stationary. 1st Quarter 2015 THF News (January-March 2015) Tibetan Homes Foundation, Mussoorie Page 3 Tibetan National Uprising Day On 10th March 1959, thousands of Tibetan people stood up against China in Lhasa the capital city of Tibet to protest against the Chinese occupation of Tibet. Since then, every year the Tibetan people around the globe commemorate this day as Tibetan National Uprising Day. In Mussoorie, the commemoration began with prayer at Dalai hill in the morning by the staff, students and all Tibetan people living in Mussoorie. This was followed by the function at the basket ground of the Central School for Tibetan where representative from CST read the statement of Kashag(Cabinet of CTA). Mr.Tenzin Nyima head of Registration and Admission of THF read statement of Tibetan Parliament in Exile, Mr.Gendun Rinchen Assistant General Secretary of THF and Mr. Ngodup Norbu rector of CST addressed the gath- ering. The highlights and focal point of their speech was the importance of the modern education and responsibilities of Tibetan people at this critical situation of the Tibet as a nation. This was followed by protest rally organized by RTYC and RTWA from Happy Valley to main town to create awareness about the critical situation of Tibet and its people. New General Secretary New General Secretary: The three Parents, Teachers and school th year term of 12 General Secretary Mr. captain welcome the new Penpa Tsering(Retd Col.) completed general secretary with tradi- th on 12 March 2015, Mr. Sonam Top- tional Tibetan scarf. The gyal Khorlatsang currently serving as family member of THF wish Secretary of Department of Home in him successful work at THF Central Tibetan Administration, Dhar- in coming years. amshala replaced him. He was former general secretary of Tibetan Homes Foundation from 2010-2012, the staff, Former THF General Secretary Mr.Penpa Tsering with New General Secretary Khorlatsang Sonam Topgyal and other dignitaries 20th Shoton Festival It is an honor and proud moment for the sattva) and the tantric adept Padmasamb- the Great 5th Dalai Lama introduced THF Family and its sponsors that the 53 hava which is known as Khen Lob Choe the Tibetan opera into the celebration, children assisted by three staff have taken Sum in Tibetan. The king Trisong Deut- making it a nationwide festival. The part in the 20th Tibetan Opera Festival sen, Guru Padmasambhava, and Khenpo Shoton festival in exile was revived on (Shoton) at Tibetan Institute of Perform- Boddhisattva celebrated the successful His Holiness advice in 1993 ing Arts (TIPA) Dharamshala which establishment of Buddhism in Tibet by started on 27th March 2015. The opening founding its first monastery called Samye. ceremony of the Festival was blessed by Aftermath seven Tibetans received mo- His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This year’s nastic vows and from then on their ordi- festival dedicated to His Holiness the nation was considered to be the inaugura- Dalai Lama who will turn 80th in July tion of monastic Buddhism in Tibet.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Congressional Delegation Visits Dharamsala, Meets Dalai Lama
    Congressional Delegation visits Dharamsala, meets Dalai Lama and Tibetan leadership https://www.savetibet.org/congressional-delegation-visits-dharamsala-meets-dalai-lama-and-tibetan-leadership/ April 6, 2018 A US Congressional Delegation composed of Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL) and Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-NY) and accompanied by staffers from the House Foreign Affairs Committee and the US Embassy in India concluded a three-day visit to Dharamsala, by meeting with His Holiness the Dalai Lama on the morning of April 6, 2018. The Dalai Lama welcomed the delegation and thanked the United States Congress and government for their decades-long support for the Tibetan cause. This support, he added, provides inspiration not only to the Tibetan people, but also for communities that are battling oppression all around the world. The Dalai Lama reaffirmed his commitment to the preservation of Tibetan culture and identity as they can provide benefit not only to Tibetans, but also to the entire world. Following the meeting, Representative Ros-Lehtinen expressed her feelings in a tweet saying, “Blessed to meet with His Holiness the Dalai Lama at his home in Dharamsala. It was great to listen to his wisdom, knowledge and compassion. I reaffirmed my support and that of the US Congress for the people of Tibet. Beijing should listen to him too!” The Congressional Delegation began their visit to Dharamsala on April 4, 2018 with a public meeting at the Central Tibetan Administration, where President Lobsang Sangay welcomed and thanked them and the United States Congress for support for the Tibetan people. Representative Ros-Lehtinen is the former Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and the most senior Republican woman in Congress.
    [Show full text]
  • TWA-Voice-2015-5.Compressed.Pdf
    CHRONOLOGY OF SELF-IMMOLATION INSIDE TIBET WA pays tribute to the brave souls who self-immolated Tto protest against the Chinese occupation and decades of oppression to crackdown the Tibetans. TWA publish the names and brief information about the self-immolators in its every quarterly newsletter ‘VOICE’ to pay homage. For this newsletter, we have continued the chronology of self-immolation from the last edition (Dec 2014-March 2015). The number goes from 138 to 142. 138. Name: Yeshi Khando Date: April 8, 2015 Protest location: Kardze, Sichuan Age: Forties Current whereabouts/wellbeing: Believed to be deceased A Tibetan nun in her forties called Yeshi Khando set fire to herself on April 8 in Kardze (Chinese: Ganzi) and is believed to have died, according to Tibetan sources. She called for the long life of the Dalai Lama, for the Dalai Lama to be invited to Tibet and for freedom for Tibet as she set herself alight, according to the same sources. 139. Name: Neykyab Date: April 16, 2015 Protest location: Ngaba, Sichuan Age: Forties or fifties Current whereabouts/wellbeing: Deceased 1 VOICE – TWA Newsletter The Tibetan man was named by Tibetan sources as Neykyab, believed to be in his forties or fifties. The same sources said that he was the brother- in-law of another Tibetan from Ngaba, Dargye, who set fire to himself in Lhasa on May 27, 2012. A local source from Ngaba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan (the Tibetan area of Amdo) told Radio Free Asia: “He was protesting against Chinese policies in Tibet. His body was taken away by police.” Another source told RFA: “He had received [religious] recognition for his vow not to harm others in personal disputes—a vow that he took in honor of all those who have sacrificed themselves in self- immolation protests for the cause of Tibetan freedom” the source said.” (RFA report, April 16, 2015).
    [Show full text]
  • No.1 SPRING 2013
    www.sherig.org SHERIG NEWS QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION CENTRAL TIBETAN ADMINISTRATION Vol.17; No.1 SPRING 2013 EDITORIAL: the self and sacrificing the self for the service and (Starting from welfare of others which constitutes the principle This page plus this edition, of "altruism"; enabling in students the ability to Administrative News ---------2 Sherig News will preserve Tibetan culture and natural environment Academic News---------------2 feature an Edito- constitutes the principle of "upholding the heri- tage"; and finally the principle of "innovation" Counseling News ------------4 rial Column) stresses that students should be able to introduce Publication News--------------4 Perhaps the most new principles, systems, movements and so forth common myth Education Council News----4 in accordance with the needs of time and place. Scholarship News-------------4 pervading our society on the Besides these four aims of providing education, Basic Education BEP endorses: student-centered teaching meth- About us… Policy (BEP) of odology, abolishment of 3 hour examination sys- tem, inculcation of higher order thinking skills, Sherig News is the official CTA is that BEP newsletter of the Depart- is all about ver- Inclusive Education, teaching of traditional sub- ment of Education, one of nacularization of jects (such as Valid Cognition) and so forth. the seven departments of the the medium of In short BEP envisages a 'paradigm shift' in our Central Tibetan Administra- instruction. Whenever and wherever there is a tion based in Dharamsala education that would not only address the exist- since 1960. DoE is the apex discussion on BEP, the debate on vernaculariza- ing issues plaguing our society (such as lack of body responsible for provid- tion of medium of instruction invariably takes professionals, unemployment problem and cul- ing support for the educa- the center stage.
    [Show full text]
  • New Tibetan Exile President Congratulated by US Leaders, Interviewed
    New Tibetan exile president congratulated by US leaders, interviewed http://www.savetibet.org/new-tibetan-exile-president-congratulated-by-us-leaders-interviewed May 26, 2021 In just a few hours, Penpa Tsering will swear in as the new president, or sikyong, of the Central Tibetan Administration. The CTA provides democratic governance for Tibetan exiles around the world. The Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people, will address the swearing-in ceremony virtually. Penpa won the election for sikyong last month after previously serving as speaker of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile and representative at the Office of Tibet in Washington, DC. The ceremony in Dharamsala, India will stream live at 12:25 am EDT on May 27, 9:25 pm PDT on May 26. Congratulations for Penpa—and expressions of support for the Tibetan exile community—have been rolling in from around the world. Earlier this month, US State Department spokesperson Ned Price tweeted: “The United States congratulates Penpa Tsering on his election as the Central Tibetan Administration's (CTA) next Sikyong. We look forward to working with him and the CTA to support the global Tibetan diaspora.” Penpa also received best wishes from the current sikyong, Lobsang Sangay, who delivered his farewell address today after 10 years as Tibetans’ exile political leader. In his remarks, Sangay discussed the growing belligerence of the Chinese government—which has illegally ruled Tibet for more than 60 years—as well as Tibetans’ success in gaining foreign support, including through the passage of the United States’ landmark Tibetan Policy and Support Act in 2020.
    [Show full text]
  • ANNUAL REPORT 2014 ‘ the Tibet Fund Has Worked Closely with Our Central Tibetan Administration in Dharamsala to Understand the Priorities of the Tibetan Community
    THE TIBET FUND ANNUAL REPORT 2014 ‘ The Tibet Fund has worked closely with our Central Tibetan Administration in Dharamsala to understand the priorities of the Tibetan Community. With the aid of The Tibet Fund, our people have built schools, homes for the elderly and other refugees in the settlements. The Tibet Fund has also enabled us to create programs essential to the preservation of our cultural heritage, the very seed of our civilization.’ His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama The Tibet Fund works to preserve the distinct cultural The Tibet Fund’s work is guided by the following priorities: and national identity of the Tibetan people. Since 1981, under the patronage of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, The – Ensure that Tibetan culture and identity remain a strong Tibet Fund has been the primary funding organization for part of our global heritage health cv are, education, refugee rehabilitation, religious and cultural preservation, elder care and community and – Expand the resources needed to strengthen the growing economic development programs serving hundreds of Tibetan community in exile and prevent marginalization thousands of Tibetan refugees living in India, Nepal of Tibetans in Tibet and Bhutan. Our aim is to promote self-reliance and help sustain the – Enable individual donors to connect with Tibetan cohesiveness of the exile community. In Tibet, our support is children, monks, nuns and the elderly directed to education, emergency relief, healthcare and social enterprise programs that aid impoverished and marginalized – Raise awareness about the success and struggles of the Tibetans. Tibetan people to sustain their way of life, language and For more information please go to traditions www.tibetfund.org and visit the ‘About Us’ page for more information on our history and financial information and like us at www.facebook.com/tibetfund.
    [Show full text]
  • Penpa Tsering to Take Over As Next Tibetan Political Leader
    Penpa Tsering to take over as next Tibetan political leader https://savetibet.org/penpa-tsering-to-take-over-as-next-tibetan-political-leader May 14, 2021 The Tibetan Election Commission formally declared former Speaker Penpa Tsering as the next president of the Central Tibetan Administration, which provides democratic governance for Tibetans in exile. The president is known as the “sikyong” in the Tibetan language. In its announcement today, May 14, the Commission said there was a voter turnout of 63,991 (77.02 %) out of a total number of 83,080 registered voters, making this the highest turnout in the history of Tibetan elections in exile. Penpa secured 34,324 votes, while the only other candidate in the fray, Kelsang Dorjee Aukatsang, secured 28,907 in a closely fought election worldwide on April 11, 2021. In addition to having served as speaker of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile, Penpa had also served as representative at the Office of Tibet in Washington, DC. In his remarks to the media today, Sikyong-elect Penpa Tsering said the successful elections are a victory and a pride for Tibetan democracy. He said there was much to be done, primarily the resolution of the “just cause of the Tibetans and welfare of the Tibetan society.” He said it was his hope that after taking his oath, he will be able to open “a new chapter” in resolving the Tibetan problem and developing Tibetan society. Sikyong Lobsang Sangay issued a video message congratulating the Sikyong-elect on behalf of the Kashag (Cabinet). Similarly, Kelsang Aukatsang also congratulated Penpa.
    [Show full text]
  • Bulletin the Official Journal of the Central Tibetan Administration
    TIBETAN BULLETIN THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE CENTRAL TIBETAN ADMINISTRATION VOLUME 23 - ISSUE 6 NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2019 Focus 14th Tibetan Religious Conference affirms the Dalai Lama’s sole authority in his reincarnation, illegitimizes China’s meddling in religious affairs **** Feature Urge your members of Congress and Senate to co-sponsor the Tibetan Policy Act 2019: Sikyong appeals Tibetans in US **** World Press Interview: Beijing should respect human rights of Tibetans and democracy in Hong Kong, says exiled leader Lobsang Sangay **** www.tibet.net www.tibet.net/en/tibbul TIBETAN FOCUS BULLETIN 17 As the 1990s era of people’s resistance returns, Tibet will be at Tibetan Bulletin is an official bi-monthly forefront once again: Sikyong at the 8th International TSG conference journal of the Central Tibetan Administration. 20 His Holiness the Dalai Lama graces the 14th Tibetan Religious Conference 22 14th Tibetan Religious Conference affirms the Dalai Lama’s sole authority in his reincarnation, illegitimizes China’s meddling in religious affairs 23 US hits back at China for protesting US Envoy’s meeting with the Signed articles or quotations do not Dalai Lama; Praises India’s “Extraordinary Generosity” necessarily reflect the views of the Central Tibetan Administration. 24 34 Chinese scholars, democratic leaders issue joint statement rejecting Chinese government’s claims in the Dalai Lama’s Contributions are welcome and may be reincarnation addressed to the editor, Tibetan Bulletin. However the publisher regrets its inability to return unused articles unless they are FEATURE accompanied by a self-addressed envelope with adequate postage. 25 Urge your members of Congress and Senate to co-sponsor the Tibetan Policy Act 2019: Sikyong appeals Tibetans in US Tibetan Bulletin is distributed free of charge.
    [Show full text]
  • Iron Hare 2011 – Flames of Resistance
    Iron Hare 2011 – flames of resistance ____A detailed account of the historic Self Immolation Protest against China’s oppression by Tibetans Translated and edited by Matthew Akester Published By Dhomay Alliance for Freedom and Justice To the brave men, women and children who died martyrs to the cause of a free Tibet. Dhomay Alliance for Freedom and Justice March 16th 2012 English language version translated and edited by Matthew Akester 23 July 2012 First Edition: August 2012 First Print: 1000 Copies CONTENT Contents Introduction .............................................................V Section 1 Chronicle of the Iron Hare year fire protests One: Tabey’s protest on February 27th 2009 .........................1 Two: Losang Puntsok’s protest on March 16th .....................2 Three: Tsewang Norbu ........................................................91 Four: Losang Kalsang ........................................................103 Five: Losang Konchok ......................................................103 Six: Kalsang Wangchuk .....................................................105 Seven: Kaying and Eight: Choepel ...................................107 Nine: Norbu Dramdul ........................................................112 - III - CONTENT Ten: Tenzin Wangmo .........................................................114 Eleven: Dawa Tsering .......................................................139 Twelve: Palden Choetso ....................................................154 Thirteen: Rongtsa Tenzin Puntsok ....................................157
    [Show full text]
  • Tibetan Bulletin January-February 2017
    TIBETAN BULLETIN THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE CENTRAL TIBETAN ADMINISTRATION VOLUME 21 - ISSUE 1 JANUARY - FEBRUARY 2017 Focus His Holiness the Dalai Lama Confers the 34th Kalachakra Initiation in Bodh Gaya **** Feature His Holiness the Dalai Lama Speaks to Delegates of First Tibetan Women’s Em- powerment Conference **** World Press Rights Groups Ask China to Free Tibetan Education Advocate **** www.tibet.net/en/tibbul His Holiness the Dalai Lama giving the 34th Kalachakra discourse on the final day of teaching at Bodh Gaya, 13 January 2017. Photo/Tenzin Phende/DIIR His Holiness the Dalai Lama with Sikyong Dr Lobsang Sangay, Kalon Sonam Topgyal Khorlatsang of Department of Home and members of the organising committee and speakers of the first ever Tibetan Women’s Empowerment Conference at His Holiness’ residence on 23 February 2017. Photo/Tenzin Choejor/OHHDL Sikyong Dr Lobsang Sangay extended Losar greetings to Tibetans inside and outside Tibet on the occasion of traditional Tibetan New Year – Losar 2144 – the year of the fire bird. Photo/Tenzin Phende/DIIR www.tibet.net/en/tibbul FOCUS 13. His Holiness the Dalai Lama Begins Preliminary Teachings of 34th Kalachakra TIBETAN 14. His Holiness the Dalai Lama Leads an Interfaith Prayer for ULLETI World Peace at 34th Kalachakra B N Tibetan Bulletin is an official bi-monthly journal of the Central Tibetan 16. Sikyong Pays Tribute to His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Indian Government Administration. on Auspicious Initiation of 34th Kalachakra 19. His Holiness the Dalai Lama Calls for Practical Compassion and Warm Heart on 34th Kalachakra Signed articles or quotations do not FEATURE necessarily reflect the views of the Central 22.
    [Show full text]
  • An Analysis of US Refugee Law As Applied to Tibetans
    Digital Commons @ Touro Law Center Scholarly Works Faculty Scholarship 2009 Shelter from the Storm: An Analysis of U.S. Refugee Law as Applied to Tibetans Formerly Residing in India Eileen Kaufman [email protected] Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.tourolaw.edu/scholarlyworks Part of the Immigration Law Commons, and the Other Law Commons Recommended Citation 23 Geo. Immigr. L.J. 497 (2008-2009) This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the Faculty Scholarship at Digital Commons @ Touro Law Center. It has been accepted for inclusion in Scholarly Works by an authorized administrator of Digital Commons @ Touro Law Center. For more information, please contact [email protected]. SHELTER FROM THE STORM: AN ANALYSIS OF U.S. REFUGEE LAW AS APPLIED TO TIBETANS FORMERLY RESIDING IN INDIA EILEEN KAUFMAN* I. INTRODUCTION & REPRESENTATIVE CASE STUDY ............... 498 II. IMMIGRATION LAW, THE THEORY OF ASYLUM, AND THE FIRM RESETTLEMENT DOCTRINE ............................ 505 A. Immigration Law as a Rule of Regulation/Exclusion .... 505 B. Asylum as an Exception to the Rule of Exclusion ....... 506 1. Theory of Asylum .......................... 506 2. Sources of Law: International Conventions and Do- m estic Law ............................... 509 C. Doctrine of Firm Resettlement as a Bar to Asylum ...... 510 1. Statutory and Regulatory Framework ............ 510 2. C ase law ................................ 513 a. Administrative Procedures; Federal Court Re- view; Patternsof Migration................ 513 b. Split in Circuits ........................ 515 1. Totality of CircumstancesApproach ..... 516 2. Offer-BasedApproach ............... 518 3. Offer-Based Approach Consistent with Governing Authority ................. 522 * Professor of Law, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, Touro College. The research reflected in Part III is based in part on fact-finding missions conducted by Tibet Justice Center.
    [Show full text]
  • Activity Report 2012-2013 …………………………………………………………………………………………………
    Activity Report 2012-2013 ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Social Development Activities ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. TC mourns the demise of Ven. Alag Rinpoche Tibet Charity (India) mourns the death of one of its revered founding members and vice-chairman of its governing body, Venerable Alag Jigme Lhundup Rinpoche. He succumbed to prolonged illness and passed away at Balaji Hospital, Kangra (12 kms from Dharamsala) on 26th July 2012. Born in 1938 in Dhomey Province, Tibet, he was recognized as the reincarnated lama of late Jigmey Rimpoche at the age of seven. After undergoing rigorous religious studies in Tibet, he came to India in 1959 as part of the Tibetan Diasporas. His career in exile was characterized by honourable service in the political, spiritual, and communal areas of Tibetan life, and his influence has been widely felt. Rinpoche served as a member of exile Tibetan parliament for four consecutive terms over a period of 13 years. During the course of his tenure in the parliament, he got elected as the speaker as well. He was also selected as a member of the 4th fact-finding delegation to Tibet. For seven years, he worked as the head of the Audit Section under Central Tibetan Administration. In 1991 he was appointed Minister of the Department of Security. After retirement from active government services, he got associated with various charitable organisations. He was one of the founding members of Tibet Charity in India and got selected as the Vice Chairman of Tibet Charity, post he held till the last day of his life. “He was a very inspiring and valued member of the community, someone we could always look to for guidance,” said Tsering Thundup, Director of Tibet Charity.
    [Show full text]
  • 25 April 2014, Bylakuppe: Today, We Are Gathered Here to Observe The
    OFFICIAL STATEMENT BY THE TASHI LHUNPO MONASTERY ON THE 25TH BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF HIS HOLINESS THE 11TH PANCHEN LAMA 25 April 2014, Bylakuppe: Today, we are gathered here to observe the auspicious 25th birthday of His Holiness the 11th Panchen Lama in an event organized by the Central Tibetan Administration's (CTA) Regional Organising Committee of the 25th Birth Anniversary of the 11th Panchen Lama. On behalf of the Tashi Lhunpo Monastery and the Central Association of His Holiness the Panchen Lama, I extend a warm welcome to our most esteemed guests -- His Eminence Gaden Tripa Rizong Sey Rinpoche, Head of the Gelugpa School of Tibetan Buddhism, Mr Penpa Tsering, Honorable Speaker of the Tibetan Parliament in exile, Sikyong Dr. Lobsang Sangay, the democratically-elected political head of the CTA, His Eminence Lochen Rinpoche, Abbotts and monks of different monastic schools, Chief Representative Officer of South Zone, Settlement officers of the old and new settlements in Bylakuppe, heads of various schools and institutions of learning, and members of the public. Today marks 25 years since His Holiness the 11th Panchen Lama, Jetsun Tenzin Gedhun Yeshi Trinley Phuntsok Pal Sangpo, was born in Lhari County, Nagchu, Tibet to Kunchok Phuntsok and Dechen Choedon. On this auspicious day, the Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, on behalf of Tibetans everywhere, with immense veneration, wish for the good health and happiness of the 11th Panchen Lama and offer prayers for his well being. It is a well known fact that the Panchen Lama has always been an important figure in Tibet's spiritual and political history.
    [Show full text]