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2010

  • May 09, 2010 Remembering Gyalyum Chemo, the Great Mother on International Mother’s Day May 09, 2010; Sunday; It is a mother who strives, seeks and never yields. The origin of Mother's day traces back to 1870's when Social activist Julia Ward Howe after the American Civil War intended to observe the day as a call to unite women against war. In 1870, she wrote the Mother's Day Proclamation as a call for peace and disarmament. Therefore Mother's day signifies a day of peace. In 1950s Tibet, the old adage that 'the mother is the precious jewel at home, the father the external fencing' still held true. But in the decades that followed, Tibetan women found a collective voice which saw them increase their influence outside the domestic arena. The rise and rise of Tibetan women is palpable, as well as their establishment as a social and political power to be reckoned with.
  • May 05, 2010 Hero moved to tears after welcome by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the children of Tibet; TWA's report on the most remarkable event in Human History May 05, 2010; His Holiness the Dalai Lama took to the stage in front of a packed auditorium at the Tibetan Children's Village in Dharamsala this morning (Wednesday, May 5). On either side of him were two men with a remarkable history. To his right sat Richard Moore, who was blinded by a rubber bullet fired by a British soldier when he was 10 years old in war-torn Northern Ireland. To his left was that soldier, Charles, who robbed him of his eyesight 38 years ago. Incredibly, there is no animosity between Richard and Charles, who have become close friends since meeting for the first time in 2007. His Holiness clutched each of their hands as Richard addressed the audience on the benefits of forgiveness, and encouraged students to turn any anger they might feel into positive action.
  • May 01, 2010 TWA launches 'Women's Environment and Development Desk The mission of the Environment Desk at TWA is to raise awareness about the impacts of climate change upon Tibet's unique ecosystem and upon the plight of Tibetan women The TWA environment desk is committed to disseminating timely and useful information that highlights to the international community the critical issue of climate change in Tibet and engaging in proactive measures and campaigns to combat the policies and the destructive impact that the policies hinges on the social lives of the Tibetan people. The environment desk believes that it is imperative to draw on the Chinese environmental policies that are denying the human rights of Tibetans living inside Tibet.
  • April 30, 2010 Tibetan Women's Association educates nuns to be the leaders of their community; Training programme succeeds in helping nuns to fulfill their potential April 30, 2010; The Tibetan Women's Association (TWA) led the second Tibetan Nuns' Leadership Programme in a bid to carry out the wishes of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, who has called for nuns to gain confidence - and believe in their ability to make a difference. Held in the south Indian nunnery of Jangchub Choeling, Mungod, Karnataka (south India), the five-day training course, from April 26 to April 30, 2010, was organized by TWA in conjunction with Science Meets Dharma, Switzerland (an institute which aims to provide monks and nuns in Tibetan monasteries in India with access to scientific education).
  • April 28, 2010 Tibetan Women's Association (TWA) sends its largest ever donation to survivors of the Kyegudo earthquake. April 28, 2010; In the wake of the disastrous earthquake that struck Kyegudo in eastern Tibet on April 14 this year, leaving more than 2,000 dead, 10,000 injured and hundreds of thousands homeless, the Tibetan Women's Association and its 52 regional chapters have raised one million rupees (Rs. 1,000,000) for the quake survivors. Today, on the auspicious occasion of the 15th day of the month, the money has been dispatched via Yushu Earthquake Relief Fund of Tibet Foundation, UK. The donation is the largest TWA has ever made in its 51-year history. The executive members and staff of Central TWA are foregoing 20 percent of their April salary.
  • April 25, 2010 Tibetan Women's Association (TWA) launches New Art Campaign to mark the 21st birthday of the Panchen Lama April 25, 2010, Dharamsala, India; Tibetans across the globe today observed the 21st birthday of Gedun Choekyi Nyima, who the Chinese authorities have been holding in custody since he was six years old. He and his family were abducted shortly after H.H the Dalai Lama declared him to be the reincarnated 11th Panchen Lama of Tibet in May 1995. Now 21 years old, the safety and whereabouts of H.H the Panchen Lama have yet to be confirmed by the Chinese authorities, who continue to deny access to him, despite repeated calls from UN bodies to allow independent fact-finding delegations to assess his health and general wellbeing.
  • March 31, 2010 Tibetan Women's Association unveils strategic plans for a Successful Milestone Kalon Tripa election (2011) Dharamsala, March 31, 2010: On the occasion of the 51st anniversary of His Holiness the Dalai Lama's arrival to India, the Tibetan Women's Association convened a press conference to announce the its action plan to ensure a higher voter turnout during the 2011 Kalon Tripa election. The tide of Tibetan democracy changed in the year 2000 during the 40th democracy year of the Tibetan Government in exile, when His Holiness the Dalai Lama made a landmark decision that called for the office of the Kalon Tripa to be elected directly by the Tibetan people. This historic proclamation has served the Tibetan Diaspora well now that responsibility and the privilege to elect a prime minister will be entrusted on the Tibetan people. The direct election of the Kalon Tripa furthers the goal that secular Tibetan democratic institutions lead in the democratic governance of the Tibetan people in exile.
  • March 12, 2010 MARCH 12, 2010; 51st National Tibetan Women's Uprising Day March 12th, 2010, Dharamsala; On this historically significant day Tibetan women across the globe stood in observance of the 51st anniversary of the National Tibetan Women's Uprising Day in Tibet. The chronicling of 51 years of struggle of Tibetan women elucidates the consistent efforts, perseverance, and selfless dedication that characterize the integral role Tibetan women have played in the Tibetan freedom struggle. At this morning's commemoration ceremony, the Chief guest Mrs Gyari Dolma (deputy speaker of Tibetan Parliament in exile) reiterated that 'over last fifty one years, Tibetan women have displayed courage in the face of the Chinese government's illegal occupation of Tibet and heroism in exposing the numerous atrocities dispensed by the Chinese government's repressive policies on Tibetan people'. The guest of honor Ms. Zhu Rui (acclaimed female Chinese scholar and activist) said that 'friendship and good bilateral ties between the Chinese and Tibetan people is the need of the hour and is immensely imperative.'
  • March 12, 2010 Tibetan Women and Environment Desk The mission of the Environment Desk at TWA is to raise awareness about the impacts of climate change upon Tibet's unique ecosystem and upon the plight of Tibetan women The TWA environment desk is committed to disseminating timely and useful information that highlights to the international community the critical issue of climate change in Tibet and engaging in proactive measures and campaigns to combat the policies and the destructive impact that the policies hinges on the social lives of the Tibetan people. The environment desk believes that it is imperative to draw on the Chinese environmental policies that are denying the human rights of Tibetans living inside Tibet.
  • March 12, 2010 The TWA Fellowship for Women for Specialized studies This Fellowship Program is inspired by H. H the Dalai Lama's advice to TWA to encourage Tibetan women to excel in their field of study and to cater to educated and empowered Tibetan women for a strong and refined Tibetan populace for the future of Tibet. TWA will announce the 'Fellowship program' on March 12, 2010 on the occasion of the '51st National Tibetan Women's Uprising Day'. In the first year of fellowship, we are announcing 'graduate studies' (two for Master's Degree and one for a PhD program) in India for three young Tibetan women to study in any of these mentioned fields.

    • 2009

  • December 31, 2009 Young Tibetan Women embark on a Leadership Stint; A report on TWLP 2009 The fifth annual Tibetan Women's Leadership Program (TWLP) commenced on the 25th December 2009 at Bangalore. Organized by Tibetan Women's Association (TWA), 27 young female participants from 10 different colleges and 6 states in India; Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Gujurat, Delhi and Himachal Pradesh were enthralled to embark on yet another intensive five day leadership training that seeks to empower the young Tibetan women on the leadership front. The training sought to give the right impetus to mould the young college going girls, now novices as the potential future leaders.
  • September 18, 2009 The Evolution of TWA: Organizational Growth and Development; TWA inaugurates it's new 'Research' office As an organization, TWA has expanded operations and initiatives in a number of directions, achieving much in both the domestic and international realm. It is of the utmost importance to seize this moment, to allow this organizational evolution to continue, and to provide impetus and direction for this development. Now is the time to step forward with confidence and purpose. TWA has emerged as a global voice representing Tibetan women everywhere. In light of this, we feel it is integral that TWA undertakes the systemic organizational restructuring necessary to maximize its potential. TWA members agree that the professional capabilities of TWA must be expanded in keeping with our growing mandate and international vision.
  • September 10, 2009 Tibetan Women's Association marks its 25th anniversary in Exile As Tibetan Women's Association turned 25, Tibetan women in exile dedicates this day to rekindling and reiterating their spirit and patriotic fervor by reevaluating their role and reflecting on their presence in the Tibetan freedom struggle. TWA urges women of all ages and groups to assess their past and focus assertively on their future. As mothers of the family, women are the strongest pillar of the country and every Tibetan woman is bestowed with a huge responsibility to nurture the future generations and to instill in them the undying spirit of responsibility and freedom.
  • August 14, 2009 Tibetan Women thank India and it's people On this momentous occasion of the eve of 62nd Independence of India, Tibetan Women across the globe take this opportunity to express our profound gratitude to the Country that has given the Tibetan people a reason for existence and a niche pedestal to thrive, strive and to struggle. Representing the aspirations of Tibetan women inside and outside of Tibet, Tibetan Women's Association convey our sincere indebtedness to the government and the people of India who have entrusted us with their own country as a safe haven for peace, security and stability.
  • June 22, 2009 Tibetan Women Film Wins Emmy; Frame of Mind Films bags a prestigious award for a film on Tibetan Women Tibetan women, once among the leaders of a national uprising against Chinese rule in Tibet, are now preserving Tibetan culture as refugees in India and other countries, according to a new documentary by British filmmaker Rosemary Rawcliffe. "Women of Tibet: A Quiet Revolution," produced by Frame of Mind Films, is the second film in a planned trilogy on the lives of Tibetan women. It was awarded the 2009 Emmy in the historical/cultural special feature category in a May 16 ceremony in Northern California.
  • May 17, 2009 TWA Marks 14 years in Captivity of the 20 year old 11th Panchen Lama of Tibet May 17, 2009: 14 years of enforced disappearance, incarceration and coerced incommunicado of Tibet's 11th Panchen Lama has borne its heavy brunt on the exile Tibetans and the world at large. With no access to verifiable information about Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, the then six year old boy from Nagchu District, Tibet, who on 14th May s 1995, was identified by H.H the Dalai Lama to be the 11th Panchen Lama of Tibet, the concern about his safety and whereabouts is mounting and the patience of the Tibetans is wearing its thinnest armor.
  • May 10, 2009 Tibetan Women mark the 'International Mother's Day' with Unfeigned Fervor On May 10, Tibetan Women across the globe will mark and celebrate 'International Mother's Day'; a day that signifies peace and unity. Fifty years ago, Tibetan Women created history by wearing the political armor and resisting a brute force that ravaged and challenged the history of Tibet. Fifty years thence, wearing a strong valor, Tibetan Women have continued with the struggle and this time the struggle is two-fold; inside and outside of Tibet and dons a mature outlook and a heightened significance.
  • March 24, 2009 RTWA Ontario's President Wins Volunteer Achievement from Ontario Legislative Assembly. Kalsang Tsomo, the President of Tibetan Women's Association of Ontario, Toronto Canada Chapter, has the strong essence of community service rooted deep within, with which she has a strong sense of gratitude towards His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Thanks to her original schooling, in Tibetan Children's Village in Dharamsala India, and her inspirational teacher, Ama Jetsun Pema, she has been raised and educated into what she is today.
  • March 12, 2009 TWA's Book Release Marking fifty years of occupation, fifty years of repression, and fifty years of resistance, the Tibetan Women's Association (TWA) honored the sacrifices and achievements of Tibetan women all over the world on March 12, 2009. Committed always to increasing international awareness of the plight of Tibetan women within Tibet, and to preserving the historical legacy of the women's movement, TWA launched seven new publications in conjunction with their Fiftieth Anniversary commemoration.
  • March 12, 2009 Tibetan Women's Association honors 50 years of Tibetan Women's Freedom Struggle Fifty years ago, Tibetan women, often uneducated and without political experience, spontaneously rose in defiance of tyranny. As the Chinese solidified their occupation, over 15,000 Tibetan women assembled on March 12, 1959, speaking out for peace, justice, and freedom in a non-violent expression of resistance that marked the birth of the Tibetan Women's Association (TWA). In defense of nation, culture, and family, these women braved unspeakable horrors to emerge as the mothers of a global movement.
  • March 12, 2009 Campaign Strategies for Regional TWA Regional Chapters of TWA and Tibet Support Groups are requested to use the campaign materials thus provided on this link. Raise the Tibetan Flag Campaign International Tibet Support Network (ITSN) has forwarded a strategic campaign on raising the Tibetan National Flag during the days (March 10 - March 17). Global Signature Campaign Tibetan Women's Association is spearheading a global signature campaign that seeks to appeal the European Parliament to implement the resolution passed in the year 2000.
  • February 28, 2009 Report on Zhu Rui's Press Conference On February 28, 2009, the Tibetan Women's Association was pleased to launch a new book by Chinese journalist, author, and activist, Zhu Rui. A response and refutation to the 'White Paper on Protection of Tibetan Culture' released by the Press Department of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, her Response to the White Paper sought to address the numerous fallacies officially sanction by the Chinese government.
  • February 9, 2009 Universal Periodic Report The Universal Periodic Review (UPR) is a unique process which involves a review of the human rights records of all 192 UN Member States once every four years. The UPR is a State-driven process, under the auspices of the Human Rights Council, which provides the opportunity for each State to declare what actions they have taken to improve the human rights situations in their countries and to fulfill their human rights obligations.
  • January 14, 2009 Congratulations from TWA to Nancy Pelosi Tibetan Women's Association would like to congratulate you on being the first woman speaker of the US Congress and on your historic re-election as the speaker of the 111th US Congress. We very much appreciate your lifetime of work upholding human rights around the world and particularly that of Tibet. The Tibetan people feel a karmic bond with you and you have indeed been our savior. Your visit to Dharamsala on March 21 in the midst of a crucial time was indeed therapeutic and enlightening.

    • 2008