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COMPASSION IS A FORCE FOR CHANGE. IN HONOR OF HIS 90TH BIRTHDAY, THE DALAI LAMA’S MESSAGE IGNITES A GLOBAL MOVEMENT. FUELED BY COMPASSION, COMMUNITY & ADVOCACY, WE RISE TOGETHER TO TURN WISDOM INTO IMPACT.
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Tibetan Uprising Day
European Solidarity Rally for Tibet: Over 3,000 people gathered in The Hague to mark the 66th anniversary of the 1959 Tibetan uprising against China’s invasion of Tibet. The rally also honored the “Year of Compassion” to celebrate His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday on July 6, 2025. From March 7–11, ICT hosted events with scholars, activists, and thought leaders to explore Tibet’s role today, focusing on resistance, cultural survival, and global solidarity.
Tibetan Uprising Day
European Solidarity Rally for Tibet: Over 3,000 people gathered in The Hague to mark the 66th anniversary of the 1959 Tibetan uprising against China’s invasion of Tibet. The rally also honored the “Year of Compassion” to celebrate His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday on July 6, 2025. From March 7–11, ICT hosted events with scholars, activists, and thought leaders to explore Tibet’s role today, focusing on resistance, cultural survival, and global solidarity.
Book Release by the Dalai Lama
Voice for the Voiceless: Over Seven Decades of Struggle With China for My Land and My People
Book Release by the Dalai Lama
Voice for the Voiceless: Over Seven Decades of Struggle With China for My Land and My People
Compassion Rising Promotional Box
Interested parties can request a campaign promotional box that serves as a tool to help individuals approach their municipality, institutions, or communities to organize a Day of Compassion. Intended for major European cities (like The Hague, Brussels, Paris, Berlin) as well as schools and communities, this box is a tool for opening dialog. Request your box via this form.
Compassion Rising Promotional Box
Interested parties can request a campaign promotional box that serves as a tool to help individuals approach their municipality, institutions, or communities to organize a Day of Compassion. Intended for major European cities (like The Hague, Brussels, Paris, Berlin) as well as schools and communities, this box is a tool for opening dialog. Request your box via this form.
Symposium at University of Bologna Celebrating His Holiness’ 90-Year Legacy
The public research university in Bologna, Italy, held a symposium at the university to honour the forthcoming 90th birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. The event was jointly organised by Jamtse Ling Centro Rime, the Italy-Tibet Association, the Tibetan Community in Italy, and the Italian Buddhist Union. This occasion also commemorated the 35th anniversary of the university’s conferment of an Honorary Degree in Pedagogy to His Holiness in 1989, in recognition of His lifelong dedication to peace, compassion, and education.
Symposium at University of Bologna Celebrating His Holiness’ 90-Year Legacy
The public research university in Bologna, Italy, held a symposium at the university to honour the forthcoming 90th birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. The event was jointly organised by Jamtse Ling Centro Rime, the Italy-Tibet Association, the Tibetan Community in Italy, and the Italian Buddhist Union. This occasion also commemorated the 35th anniversary of the university’s conferment of an Honorary Degree in Pedagogy to His Holiness in 1989, in recognition of His lifelong dedication to peace, compassion, and education.
The Dalai Lama's Gift (Houston, TX)
In 1981, His Holiness the Dalai Lama received a humble request from a simple monk in America: to perform the Kalachakra initiation—a powerful tantric ritual never before held outside of India or Tibet—in the heart of rural Wisconsin.
What followed was nothing short of miraculous. In just a few months, the monk's devoted students overcame local resistance, built a temple from the ground up, and transformed a Midwestern cornfield into a site of ancient wisdom and spiritual awakening, attracting over 1000 spiritual seekers from around the world.
Captured on film then locked away in Smithsonian vaults for over 40 years, this long-lost footage resurfaces to reveal a story of devotion, transformation, and a moment when time, space, and tradition converged in the unlikeliest of places.
The Dalai Lama’s Gift is a cinematic meditation on faith, legacy, and the power of one sacred encounter to ripple across generations.
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The Dalai Lama's Gift (Houston, TX)
In 1981, His Holiness the Dalai Lama received a humble request from a simple monk in America: to perform the Kalachakra initiation—a powerful tantric ritual never before held outside of India or Tibet—in the heart of rural Wisconsin.
What followed was nothing short of miraculous. In just a few months, the monk's devoted students overcame local resistance, built a temple from the ground up, and transformed a Midwestern cornfield into a site of ancient wisdom and spiritual awakening, attracting over 1000 spiritual seekers from around the world.
Captured on film then locked away in Smithsonian vaults for over 40 years, this long-lost footage resurfaces to reveal a story of devotion, transformation, and a moment when time, space, and tradition converged in the unlikeliest of places.
The Dalai Lama’s Gift is a cinematic meditation on faith, legacy, and the power of one sacred encounter to ripple across generations.
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The Dalai Lama's Gift / DC Film Fest
In 1981, His Holiness the Dalai Lama received a humble request from a simple monk in America: to perform the Kalachakra initiation—a powerful tantric ritual never before held outside of India or Tibet—in the heart of rural Wisconsin.
What followed was nothing short of miraculous. In just a few months, the monk's devoted students overcame local resistance, built a temple from the ground up, and transformed a Midwestern cornfield into a site of ancient wisdom and spiritual awakening, attracting over 1000 spiritual seekers from around the world.
Captured on film then locked away in Smithsonian vaults for over 40 years, this long-lost footage resurfaces to reveal a story of devotion, transformation, and a moment when time, space, and tradition converged in the unlikeliest of places.
The Dalai Lama’s Gift is a cinematic meditation on faith, legacy, and the power of one sacred encounter to ripple across generations.
The Dalai Lama's Gift / DC Film Fest
In 1981, His Holiness the Dalai Lama received a humble request from a simple monk in America: to perform the Kalachakra initiation—a powerful tantric ritual never before held outside of India or Tibet—in the heart of rural Wisconsin.
What followed was nothing short of miraculous. In just a few months, the monk's devoted students overcame local resistance, built a temple from the ground up, and transformed a Midwestern cornfield into a site of ancient wisdom and spiritual awakening, attracting over 1000 spiritual seekers from around the world.
Captured on film then locked away in Smithsonian vaults for over 40 years, this long-lost footage resurfaces to reveal a story of devotion, transformation, and a moment when time, space, and tradition converged in the unlikeliest of places.
The Dalai Lama’s Gift is a cinematic meditation on faith, legacy, and the power of one sacred encounter to ripple across generations.
Illuminate Film Festival
Perfectly attuned to our times, this intimate heart-to-heart with the world’s greatest ambassador of compassion is an unforgettable, meditative experience for the 21st Century. In what is likely to be his last film appearance, The Dalai Lama unlocks a door to genuine, lasting happiness and reveals that every one of us holds our very own key to it in the palm of our hand.
Opening night Keynote by director Lynne Twist.
Illuminate Film Festival
Perfectly attuned to our times, this intimate heart-to-heart with the world’s greatest ambassador of compassion is an unforgettable, meditative experience for the 21st Century. In what is likely to be his last film appearance, The Dalai Lama unlocks a door to genuine, lasting happiness and reveals that every one of us holds our very own key to it in the palm of our hand.
Opening night Keynote by director Lynne Twist.
Amala: The Life and Struggles of the Dalai Lama’s Sister
To celebrate Mother's Day, Compassion Rising World Tour joins hands with Tibetan Children's Village Schools to present the public release of “Amala: The Life and Struggles of the Dalai Lama’s Sister.” This film tells the story of her life, inspired by the vision of her brother the Dalai Lama, with tireless compassion and unwavering dedication, she worked to transform the lives of countless Tibetan children in exile.
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Amala: The Life and Struggles of the Dalai Lama’s Sister
To celebrate Mother's Day, Compassion Rising World Tour joins hands with Tibetan Children's Village Schools to present the public release of “Amala: The Life and Struggles of the Dalai Lama’s Sister.” This film tells the story of her life, inspired by the vision of her brother the Dalai Lama, with tireless compassion and unwavering dedication, she worked to transform the lives of countless Tibetan children in exile.
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The Dalai Lama's Gift (Madison, WI)
In 1981, His Holiness the Dalai Lama received a humble request from a simple monk in America: to perform the Kalachakra initiation—a powerful tantric ritual never before held outside of India or Tibet—in the heart of rural Wisconsin.
What followed was nothing short of miraculous. In just a few months, the monk's devoted students overcame local resistance, built a temple from the ground up, and transformed a Midwestern cornfield into a site of ancient wisdom and spiritual awakening, attracting over 1000 spiritual seekers from around the world.
Captured on film then locked away in Smithsonian vaults for over 40 years, this long-lost footage resurfaces to reveal a story of devotion, transformation, and a moment when time, space, and tradition converged in the unlikeliest of places.
The Dalai Lama’s Gift is a cinematic meditation on faith, legacy, and the power of one sacred encounter to ripple across generations.
More Details - links to an external site
The Dalai Lama's Gift (Madison, WI)
In 1981, His Holiness the Dalai Lama received a humble request from a simple monk in America: to perform the Kalachakra initiation—a powerful tantric ritual never before held outside of India or Tibet—in the heart of rural Wisconsin.
What followed was nothing short of miraculous. In just a few months, the monk's devoted students overcame local resistance, built a temple from the ground up, and transformed a Midwestern cornfield into a site of ancient wisdom and spiritual awakening, attracting over 1000 spiritual seekers from around the world.
Captured on film then locked away in Smithsonian vaults for over 40 years, this long-lost footage resurfaces to reveal a story of devotion, transformation, and a moment when time, space, and tradition converged in the unlikeliest of places.
The Dalai Lama’s Gift is a cinematic meditation on faith, legacy, and the power of one sacred encounter to ripple across generations.
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Wisdom of Happiness
As part of the Vesak 2025 celebrations organized by the Italian Buddhist Union in honor of the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday, the film Wisdom of Happiness will be screened for the first time in Italy.
The screening will be followed by a special conversation featuring producer Richard Gere and the Dalai Lama’s sister, Jetsun Pema, moderated by Piero Verni, author of the soon-to-be-released updated biography The Smile and the Wisdom.
Wisdom of Happiness
As part of the Vesak 2025 celebrations organized by the Italian Buddhist Union in honor of the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday, the film Wisdom of Happiness will be screened for the first time in Italy.
The screening will be followed by a special conversation featuring producer Richard Gere and the Dalai Lama’s sister, Jetsun Pema, moderated by Piero Verni, author of the soon-to-be-released updated biography The Smile and the Wisdom.
Oslo Freedom Forum
The International Campaign for Tibet will participate in the 17th edition of the Oslo Freedom Forum with a panel discussion, which will be held in connection with the screening of the film, Wisdom of Happiness. The Oslo Freedom Forum is much more than a conference. It’s a display of humanity, solidarity, and hope for the future.
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Oslo Freedom Forum
The International Campaign for Tibet will participate in the 17th edition of the Oslo Freedom Forum with a panel discussion, which will be held in connection with the screening of the film, Wisdom of Happiness. The Oslo Freedom Forum is much more than a conference. It’s a display of humanity, solidarity, and hope for the future.
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Johns Hopkins University and Capital Area Tibetan Association School celebrates love & compassion
Johns Hopkins University and Capital Area Tibetan Association School celebrates love & compassion in honor of the 90th Birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama at Hopkins Bloomberg Center, Washington D.C.
Johns Hopkins University and Capital Area Tibetan Association School celebrates love & compassion
Johns Hopkins University and Capital Area Tibetan Association School celebrates love & compassion in honor of the 90th Birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama at Hopkins Bloomberg Center, Washington D.C.
Tibet Eco-Awards
Arts competition celebrating His Holiness’s 90th birthday and promoting awareness of environmental action on behalf of Tibet - to raise awareness of the urgent situation in Tibet and the Himalayan region, also known as The Third Pole, because it supplies freshwater to over 1.8 billion people downstream from Tibet via its mighty rivers. The focus is on environment issues in Tibet and the Third Pole.The awards seek to encourage emerging talent, not well-established artists or creators. This competition is a tribute to His Holiness' pioneering environmental work, so well described in his book, This Fragile Planet: His Holiness the Dalai Lama on Environment.
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Tibet Eco-Awards
Arts competition celebrating His Holiness’s 90th birthday and promoting awareness of environmental action on behalf of Tibet - to raise awareness of the urgent situation in Tibet and the Himalayan region, also known as The Third Pole, because it supplies freshwater to over 1.8 billion people downstream from Tibet via its mighty rivers. The focus is on environment issues in Tibet and the Third Pole.The awards seek to encourage emerging talent, not well-established artists or creators. This competition is a tribute to His Holiness' pioneering environmental work, so well described in his book, This Fragile Planet: His Holiness the Dalai Lama on Environment.
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Tribeca Festival - Kundun with Martin Scorsese
In celebration of his holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, Tribeca is proud to present a special 35mm screening of Martin Scorsese’s Oscar-nominated 1997 film which richly dramatizes the true story of the Dalai Lama’s early life.
Before the Screening: A special introduction by Martin Scorsese.
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Tribeca Festival - Kundun with Martin Scorsese
In celebration of his holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, Tribeca is proud to present a special 35mm screening of Martin Scorsese’s Oscar-nominated 1997 film which richly dramatizes the true story of the Dalai Lama’s early life.
Before the Screening: A special introduction by Martin Scorsese.
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Tibet FC Honors His Holiness the Dalai Lama's 90th Birthday
Join Tibet FC for a special day in the park to celebrate the Dalai Lama's 90th Birthday with sports and community unity.
Tibet FC is a nonprofit organization supporting the New York and New Jersey Tibetan and Himalayan community through inclusive, low-cost soccer program.
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Tibet FC Honors His Holiness the Dalai Lama's 90th Birthday
Join Tibet FC for a special day in the park to celebrate the Dalai Lama's 90th Birthday with sports and community unity.
Tibet FC is a nonprofit organization supporting the New York and New Jersey Tibetan and Himalayan community through inclusive, low-cost soccer program.
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Tibet Lobby Day 2025
Tibet Lobby Day, an annual event coordinated by ICT brings Tibetan Americans and Tibet supporters to Washington, D.C. to meet with their Senators, Representatives and Congressional staff. Now in its 16th year, Tibet Lobby Day priorities include maintaining US funding that benefits the Tibetan people, pressing for the full implementation of the Reciprocal Access to Tibet Act and the Tibetan Policy and Support Act, and calling for the release of Tibetan political prisoners.
Tibet Lobby Day 2025
Tibet Lobby Day, an annual event coordinated by ICT brings Tibetan Americans and Tibet supporters to Washington, D.C. to meet with their Senators, Representatives and Congressional staff. Now in its 16th year, Tibet Lobby Day priorities include maintaining US funding that benefits the Tibetan people, pressing for the full implementation of the Reciprocal Access to Tibet Act and the Tibetan Policy and Support Act, and calling for the release of Tibetan political prisoners.
Birthday Celebration and Exhibition
Tenzin Tibet House invites you to the Birthday Celebration and the opening ceremony of the exhibition to mark the Year of Compassion with Tibetan opera dance, lecture and film screening.
Birthday Celebration and Exhibition
Tenzin Tibet House invites you to the Birthday Celebration and the opening ceremony of the exhibition to mark the Year of Compassion with Tibetan opera dance, lecture and film screening.
Tibetan Celebration of the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday
Fifth day of Fifth month of Tibetan calendar - the Tibetans from Amdo region - all over the World will offer a traditional celebration "Goton" on ocassion of His Holiness 90th birthday on June 30, July 1 and July 2, 2025.
A livestream of the event will be available - details to be shared soon!
Tibetan Celebration of the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday
Fifth day of Fifth month of Tibetan calendar - the Tibetans from Amdo region - all over the World will offer a traditional celebration "Goton" on ocassion of His Holiness 90th birthday on June 30, July 1 and July 2, 2025.
A livestream of the event will be available - details to be shared soon!
Midwest Gotoen
Join us for the Midwest Gotoen Festival, a momentous celebration honoring the 90th birthday of our beloved leader His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama from July 3-6, 2025. This special gathering will be a time of unity, community spirit as we gather to honor our beloved leader, our distinct culture and our political resilience.
We are thrilled to welcome participants from Canada, various parts of the United States and beyond, to join us for this historic occasion. Our three-day festival will feature a rich tapestry of cultural and sporting events that showcase our unique heritage and community spirit. This festival represents not just a birthday celebration, but a testament to our resilience as a community and our commitment to preserving our rich cultural heritage in exile.
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Midwest Gotoen
Join us for the Midwest Gotoen Festival, a momentous celebration honoring the 90th birthday of our beloved leader His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama from July 3-6, 2025. This special gathering will be a time of unity, community spirit as we gather to honor our beloved leader, our distinct culture and our political resilience.
We are thrilled to welcome participants from Canada, various parts of the United States and beyond, to join us for this historic occasion. Our three-day festival will feature a rich tapestry of cultural and sporting events that showcase our unique heritage and community spirit. This festival represents not just a birthday celebration, but a testament to our resilience as a community and our commitment to preserving our rich cultural heritage in exile.
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Birthday Celebration with The One Who Spoke with Birds
Honoring Art, Spirit, and Compassion: “The One Who Spoke with Birds”
As part of the global celebrations for His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday and the Year of Compassion 2025, the International Campaign for Tibet – Europe is honored to support and sponsor the exhibition “The One Who Spoke with Birds.” This deeply meaningful event celebrates not only a revered spiritual milestone but also the life and work of Tibetan artist Chungpo Tsering, whose powerful art continues to inspire even after his untimely passing last year.
In collaboration with the Linhart Foundation, the exhibition will feature a stunning collection of Chungpo Tsering’s paintings, to be presented in NGO DEI Gallery in The Hague. Many people might notice Chungpo as a devoted caretaker of Tibet Open House in Prague, where he also served as artist-in-residence. He was much more than an artist—he was a vessel of Tibetan heritage, spiritual reflection, and boundless compassion.
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Birthday Celebration with The One Who Spoke with Birds
Honoring Art, Spirit, and Compassion: “The One Who Spoke with Birds”
As part of the global celebrations for His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday and the Year of Compassion 2025, the International Campaign for Tibet – Europe is honored to support and sponsor the exhibition “The One Who Spoke with Birds.” This deeply meaningful event celebrates not only a revered spiritual milestone but also the life and work of Tibetan artist Chungpo Tsering, whose powerful art continues to inspire even after his untimely passing last year.
In collaboration with the Linhart Foundation, the exhibition will feature a stunning collection of Chungpo Tsering’s paintings, to be presented in NGO DEI Gallery in The Hague. Many people might notice Chungpo as a devoted caretaker of Tibet Open House in Prague, where he also served as artist-in-residence. He was much more than an artist—he was a vessel of Tibetan heritage, spiritual reflection, and boundless compassion.
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Long Life Prayer Ceremony
Celebrations will commence with a special long-life prayer ceremony based on the ‘Amitayus Extracting the Pure Ambrosia’ practice, to be held in Dharamshala on July 5, 2025, the eve of his birthday.
Long Life Prayer Ceremony
Celebrations will commence with a special long-life prayer ceremony based on the ‘Amitayus Extracting the Pure Ambrosia’ practice, to be held in Dharamshala on July 5, 2025, the eve of his birthday.
A Celebration of Compassion, Wisdom, and Unity
Join us in celebrating the life and wisdom of His Holiness the Dalai Lama—a global icon of peace, moral courage, and universal responsibility.
This heartfelt festival will feature:
- A moving interfaith prayer gathering
- Vibrant cultural performances
- The rich heritage of Tibetan arts and crafts
- And a taste of Tibet with delicious traditional delicacies
Let’s celebrate unity, resilience, and compassion—together.
Set in the historic Tibetan Peace Garden, established by His Holiness the Dalai Lama in 1999, this special gathering stands as a powerful symbol of hope in our troubled world.
Let us come together to honor the enduring values of compassion and kindness.
A Celebration of Compassion, Wisdom, and Unity
Join us in celebrating the life and wisdom of His Holiness the Dalai Lama—a global icon of peace, moral courage, and universal responsibility.
This heartfelt festival will feature:
- A moving interfaith prayer gathering
- Vibrant cultural performances
- The rich heritage of Tibetan arts and crafts
- And a taste of Tibet with delicious traditional delicacies
Let’s celebrate unity, resilience, and compassion—together.
Set in the historic Tibetan Peace Garden, established by His Holiness the Dalai Lama in 1999, this special gathering stands as a powerful symbol of hope in our troubled world.
Let us come together to honor the enduring values of compassion and kindness.
Southern California Tibetan Association to Celebrate His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday
Southern California Tibetan Association to Celebrate His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday in Los Angeles. Event includes live performances by Tibetan artists, Bhutanese Association of CA, LA Gurung Society and Tamang Society of LA.
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Southern California Tibetan Association to Celebrate His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday
Southern California Tibetan Association to Celebrate His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday in Los Angeles. Event includes live performances by Tibetan artists, Bhutanese Association of CA, LA Gurung Society and Tamang Society of LA.
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Global Tribute for His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday!
A global tribute campaign from the Voluntary Tibetan Advocacy Group India (V-TAG India) that aims to honor the Dalai Lama's lifelong contribution to global peace, compassion and wisdom. One of the key elements of the initiative is a worldwide message and letter campaign, encouraging individuals to submit birthday wishes for His Holiness. Participants can deliver their messages to the nearest V-TAG Coordinator, while those in India may drop off or mail their letters to Hope Cafe and Stories on Jogiwara Road, Dharamshala. The campaign will continue until May 15, 2025, and supporters are encouraged to participate on social media using the hashtag #WishesForHisHoliness90thBirthday.
The campaign will culminate in a commemorative book filled with birthday wishes from well-wishers worldwide, which will be presented on the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday on July 6, 2025. “This is an opportunity for everyone to express their gratitude, admiration, and well-wishes for His Holiness. Your creativity and heartfelt words will be a part of this historic tribute,” the advocacy group stated.
Global Tribute for His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday!
A global tribute campaign from the Voluntary Tibetan Advocacy Group India (V-TAG India) that aims to honor the Dalai Lama's lifelong contribution to global peace, compassion and wisdom. One of the key elements of the initiative is a worldwide message and letter campaign, encouraging individuals to submit birthday wishes for His Holiness. Participants can deliver their messages to the nearest V-TAG Coordinator, while those in India may drop off or mail their letters to Hope Cafe and Stories on Jogiwara Road, Dharamshala. The campaign will continue until May 15, 2025, and supporters are encouraged to participate on social media using the hashtag #WishesForHisHoliness90thBirthday.
The campaign will culminate in a commemorative book filled with birthday wishes from well-wishers worldwide, which will be presented on the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday on July 6, 2025. “This is an opportunity for everyone to express their gratitude, admiration, and well-wishes for His Holiness. Your creativity and heartfelt words will be a part of this historic tribute,” the advocacy group stated.
Year of Compassion Celebration in Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar is coming together on July 6, 2025, to celebrate His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday!Organized by the Diluv Hutugthu Foundation, the gathering will bring together around 2,000 people to honor his legacy of compassion, forgiveness, and timeless human values.
Year of Compassion Celebration in Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar is coming together on July 6, 2025, to celebrate His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday!Organized by the Diluv Hutugthu Foundation, the gathering will bring together around 2,000 people to honor his legacy of compassion, forgiveness, and timeless human values.
90th birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama at Nalanda Monastery
Amidst an exceptional series of events with His Eminence Khensur Rinpoche Lobsang Delek at Nalanda Monastery this summer, we will have the great joy of celebrating the 90th birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This event will mark the begining of “The Year of Compassion” that will last until July 6 2026.
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90th birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama at Nalanda Monastery
Amidst an exceptional series of events with His Eminence Khensur Rinpoche Lobsang Delek at Nalanda Monastery this summer, we will have the great joy of celebrating the 90th birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This event will mark the begining of “The Year of Compassion” that will last until July 6 2026.
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Three Days of Cultural Performance
Following His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday on July 6, a special three-day cultural program will take place featuring invited artists, volunteer performers, and Tibetan performance groups from Dharamsala and beyond.
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Three Days of Cultural Performance
Following His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday on July 6, a special three-day cultural program will take place featuring invited artists, volunteer performers, and Tibetan performance groups from Dharamsala and beyond.
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Italy and The Dalai Lama: Half a Century of Friendship
The event “Italy and the Dalai Lama: Half a Century of Friendship” will be held on the occasion of the 90th Birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.The president of the intergroup Senator Andrea De Priamo, the vice-president Honorable Ilenia Malavasi, Senator Giulio Terzi di Sant’Agata former Minister of Foreign Affairs will speak. In addition, the representative of the Dalai Lama Ginevra Mrs. Kungo Thinley Chukki will be present and will speak. The book Dalai Lama il sorriso e la saggezza will be presented in the new edition edited by Piero Verni, the film “Dalai Lama in Italia 1973 2016” edited by Claudio Cardelli will be screened, and the exhibition the Dalai Lama in correspondence, curated by Fausto Sparacino. Senators and deputies of the Italian Parliament and invited guests will be present. Organized by the interparliamentary group Italy Tibet with the collaboration of the association Italy Tibet and the Italian Buddhist Union and the Tibetan Community in Italy on July 8th at the Sala Caduti di Nassiriya in the Senate of the Republic in Piazza Madama in Rome, Italy.
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Italy and The Dalai Lama: Half a Century of Friendship
The event “Italy and the Dalai Lama: Half a Century of Friendship” will be held on the occasion of the 90th Birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.The president of the intergroup Senator Andrea De Priamo, the vice-president Honorable Ilenia Malavasi, Senator Giulio Terzi di Sant’Agata former Minister of Foreign Affairs will speak. In addition, the representative of the Dalai Lama Ginevra Mrs. Kungo Thinley Chukki will be present and will speak. The book Dalai Lama il sorriso e la saggezza will be presented in the new edition edited by Piero Verni, the film “Dalai Lama in Italia 1973 2016” edited by Claudio Cardelli will be screened, and the exhibition the Dalai Lama in correspondence, curated by Fausto Sparacino. Senators and deputies of the Italian Parliament and invited guests will be present. Organized by the interparliamentary group Italy Tibet with the collaboration of the association Italy Tibet and the Italian Buddhist Union and the Tibetan Community in Italy on July 8th at the Sala Caduti di Nassiriya in the Senate of the Republic in Piazza Madama in Rome, Italy.
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The Seattle Tibet Fest
Seattle Center Festál presents Tibet Fest (pronounced T-bet Fest) in partnership with the Tibetan Association of Washington (TAW). The festival showcases traditional and contemporary Tibetan art, music, dance, art and more.
The public rarely has the opportunity to experience Tibet’s unique and endangered culture. The Tibetan diaspora outside Tibet is very small in number and it is challenging to preserve and propagate the culture among the younger generation. Tibet Fest provides a unique opportunity for the community to embrace their Tibetan identity with pride, and introduce themselves to the public as being a part of the greater diverse population in this city and nation.
The focus of Tibet Fest is to preserve the culture in their community and also provide an opportunity for the broader public to experience this very rich and unique, but often inaccessible culture.
The Seattle Tibet Fest
Seattle Center Festál presents Tibet Fest (pronounced T-bet Fest) in partnership with the Tibetan Association of Washington (TAW). The festival showcases traditional and contemporary Tibetan art, music, dance, art and more.
The public rarely has the opportunity to experience Tibet’s unique and endangered culture. The Tibetan diaspora outside Tibet is very small in number and it is challenging to preserve and propagate the culture among the younger generation. Tibet Fest provides a unique opportunity for the community to embrace their Tibetan identity with pride, and introduce themselves to the public as being a part of the greater diverse population in this city and nation.
The focus of Tibet Fest is to preserve the culture in their community and also provide an opportunity for the broader public to experience this very rich and unique, but often inaccessible culture.
Tibetan Youth Tenshug
The Tibetan Youth Tenshug is an opportunity for Tibetan youth to stand together in our support and appreciation of His Holiness’ tireless work for Tibetans and humanity. It is an opportunity to connect with our traditional and cultural practices and strengthen our Tibetan identity. The youth Tenshug initiative is an independent, non-political, civil society-led initiative that is inclusive and unifying. As a first youth group to initiate a Tenshug offering to His Holiness the Dalai Lama to express gratitude to His Holiness the Dalai Lama, commit to following his teachings, and pray for his long life. This long-life prayer is also an opportunity to connect and engage Tibetan youth around a unique Tibetan ritual to take a vow and reassure His Holiness that the next generation of Tibetans are dedicated to: continuing his work to promote universal human values, preserve Tibet’s unique culture, and advance the Tibetan cause.
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Tibetan Youth Tenshug
The Tibetan Youth Tenshug is an opportunity for Tibetan youth to stand together in our support and appreciation of His Holiness’ tireless work for Tibetans and humanity. It is an opportunity to connect with our traditional and cultural practices and strengthen our Tibetan identity. The youth Tenshug initiative is an independent, non-political, civil society-led initiative that is inclusive and unifying. As a first youth group to initiate a Tenshug offering to His Holiness the Dalai Lama to express gratitude to His Holiness the Dalai Lama, commit to following his teachings, and pray for his long life. This long-life prayer is also an opportunity to connect and engage Tibetan youth around a unique Tibetan ritual to take a vow and reassure His Holiness that the next generation of Tibetans are dedicated to: continuing his work to promote universal human values, preserve Tibet’s unique culture, and advance the Tibetan cause.
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Snow Lion Human Rights Award
ICT Germany’s annual Snow Lion Award will integrate Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday celebration. ICT Germany awards the "Snow Lion" Human Rights Prize in recognition of outstanding achievements in politics, society, and culture with regard to Tibet and China, East Turkestan (Xinjiang), Southern Mongolia, Hong Kong, or Taiwan.
Snow Lion Human Rights Award
ICT Germany’s annual Snow Lion Award will integrate Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday celebration. ICT Germany awards the "Snow Lion" Human Rights Prize in recognition of outstanding achievements in politics, society, and culture with regard to Tibet and China, East Turkestan (Xinjiang), Southern Mongolia, Hong Kong, or Taiwan.
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- Name: Jetsun Jamphel Ngawang Lobsang Yeshe Tenzin Gyatso, shortened as Tenzin Gyatso; né Lhamo Dhondup
- Title: The Dalai Lama
- Birth Date: July 6, 1935
- Birthplace: Taktser, Amdo, Tibet
- Best Known For: His Holiness the Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhists, a Nobel Peace laureate, and a global advocate for compassion and peace. He promotes harmony among the world’s religions and engages in dialogue with leading scientists. Renowned for his erudition, open-minded scholarship, meditative attainments, and humility, His Holiness often says, “I am a simple Buddhist monk.”
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The Dalai Lama: A Life of Compassion, Wisdom, and Global Impact
His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, describes himself as a simple Buddhist monk. He is the spiritual leader of Tibet. The Dalai Lamas are believed to be manifestations of Avalokiteshvara or Chenrezig, the Bodhisattva of Compassion and the patron saint of Tibet. Bodhisattvas are realized beings inspired by a wish to attain Buddhahood for the benefit of all sentient beings, who have vowed to be reborn in the world to help humanity.
He was born on July 6, 1935, to a farming family, in the small village of Taktser in northeastern Tibet. At the age of two, he was recognized as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalai Lama and was officially enthroned in 1940 at the age of five.
Just ten years later, at age 15, he was called upon to assume full political leadership of Tibet in 1950 at the start of the tumultuous period of China’s invasion of Tibet. In 1959, following the brutal suppression of the Tibetan national uprising in Lhasa, Tibet’s capital, His Holiness was forced to escape into exile in India. Since then, he has been living in Dharamsala, northern India.
In exile, His Holiness undertook initiatives to advocate for peace for Tibet as well as to democratize and strengthen the Tibetan exile government and system. His Holiness the Dalai Lama is a man of peace. In 1989 he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his non-violent struggle for the liberation of Tibet. He has consistently advocated policies of non-violence, even in the face of extreme aggression. He also became the first Nobel Laureate to be recognized for his concern for global environmental problems.
His Holiness has traveled to more than 67 countries spanning 6 continents. He has received over 150 awards, honorary doctorates, prizes, etc., in recognition of his message of peace, non-violence, inter-religious understanding, universal responsibility and compassion. He has also authored or co-authored more than 110 books.
Over the decades, the Dalai Lama has become a global symbol of peace, compassion, and resilience. His work is guided by four principal commitments that reflect his vision to contribute to the betterment of humanity.
4 Principal Commitments
- Promoting Human Values
His Holiness first commitment is to promote human values such as compassion, forgiveness, tolerance, contentment and self-discipline. “All human beings are the same. We all want happiness and do not want suffering. Even people who do not believe in religion recognize the importance of these human values in making their lives happier.”
- Fostering Religious Harmony
As a religious practitioner, his second commitment is promotion of religious harmony and understanding amongst different religious traditions. Despite philosophical differences, all major world religions have the same potential to create better human beings. It is therefore important for all religious traditions to respect one another and recognize the value of each other's respective traditions.
- Preserving Tibetan Culture and Protecting the Environment
As a Tibetan, and carrying the trust and hope of the people of Tibet, His Holiness's third commitment is to the Tibetan issue. “I have a responsibility to act as the free spokesperson for the Tibetans in their struggle for justice, and will continue until a mutually beneficial solution is reached between the Tibetans and the Chinese.”
- Reviving Ancient Indian Wisdom for Modern Times
More recently, His Holiness has spoken of the promotion of ancient Indian wisdom based on Ahimsa (non-violence) and Karuna (compassion) as part of his overall commitments. His efforts call to revive the ancient Indian knowledge of the workings of the mind and emotions that has the potential to positively develop contemporary society.
Now in his 90th year, the Dalai Lama continues to inspire with his humility, humor, and unwavering dedication to a better world. His life is a living example of how compassion, wisdom, and action can bring light even in the most challenging times.
Timeline
Below are ten significant milestones in the life of the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso. These milestones encapsulate the Dalai Lama's journey as a spiritual leader and his enduring commitment to promoting peace and preserving Tibetan culture.
- Birth: Born as Lhamo Thondup on July 6, 1935, in Taktser, Amdo region, Tibet.
- Recognition as Dalai Lama: Identified as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalai Lama in 1937.
- Enthronement: Formally enthroned as the 14th Dalai Lama on February 22, 1940, in Lhasa, Tibet.
- Assumption of Full Political Power: Assumed full political authority as the head of the Tibetan government on November 17, 1950, amidst the Chinese invasion of Tibet.
- Exile to India: In 1959, following the brutal suppression of the Tibetan national uprising in Lhasa, Tibet’s capital, His Holiness was forced to escape into exile in India.
- Establishment of Government-in-Exile: Established the Central Tibetan Administration in Dharamsala, India, in April 1959 to preserve Tibetan culture and advocate for Tibetan rights.
- First Visit to the West: Traveled to Western countries for the first time in 1973, promoting awareness of the Tibetan cause and engaging in interfaith dialogues.
- Nobel Peace Prize: Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize on December 10, 1989, in recognition of his nonviolent struggle for the liberation of Tibet.
- Devolution of Political Authority: In March 2011, announced his decision to devolve political authority, and signed into law the formal transfer of his temporal power to democratically elected leadership.
- Continued Advocacy and Teachings: Throughout his life, the Dalai Lama has remained a global advocate for peace, compassion, and human rights, continuing to teach and engage with leaders and communities worldwide. Vision seeks to harness both ancient insights and contemporary science to benefit humanity as a whole. (consider rewording this section to use language that is mainstream now like meditation, mental health, etc.)
Now in his 90th year, the Dalai Lama continues to inspire with his humility, humor, and unwavering dedication to a better world. His life is a living example of how compassion, wisdom, and action can bring light even in the most challenging times.
