H.H. THE XIVᵗʰ DALAI LAMA
“This foundation will implement projects according to Tibetan Buddhist principles to benefit people everywhere,
focusing especially on assisting non-violent methods, on improving communication between religion and science,
on securing human rights and democratic freedoms, and conserving and restoring our precious Mother Earth.”
H.H. THE XIVTH DALAI LAMA
RECENT PROGRAMMES
The Dalai Lama and I
To celebrate His Holiness' 90th birthday, the Foundation has launched an initiative inviting people to share personal stories of gratitude, insight, and transformation inspired by His teachings. These reflections- woven into a collective tapestry of remembrance - will be published as a heartfelt offering to His Holiness.
Pedals of Peace
In partnership with Delhi by Bike, we explored the sacred heart of Old Delhi on an Interfaith Heritage Cycle Tour on 4th October, 2025. The journey wove through historic spiritual landmarks, celebrating shared reverence and concluded with a Tibetan brunch at Majnu ka Tilla.
Gurukul 2025
Running successfully for 29 years, the Foundation welcomed 50 young Indian Fellows to celebrate Tibet's rich civilisational heritage in Dharamshala during the summers of 2024 and 2025.
Monthly Film Festival
In partnership with the India International Centre, the Foundation holds a monthly film screening showcasing a diversity of films on compassion, interfaith harmony, and spirituality from across the world. Curated by Rajiv Mehrotra, the series has been running successfully since 2018.
Dalai Lama Chairs at Goa, Mumbai and Chandigarh
New Dalai Lama Chairs have been established at Somaiya University, Mumbai and Panjab University, Chandigarh, while engagements at Goa University have continued since 2019 through lecture series by distinguished experts.
Wisdom Bytes by His Holiness
With over 80 episodes and 27,000 + views, the Wisdom Bytes series continues to offer heartfelt advice from His Holiness as he addresses the pressing struggles and challenges of our modern times.
Dear Kundun Exhibition
Dear Kundun - a children's art exhibition in collaboration with Khadhok and the India International Centre - expresses gratitude to His Holiness the Dalai Lama through drawings marking his 90th birthday and the Year of Compassion.
Healing Through Nada Yoga
Inspired by His Holiness' emphasis on the value of reviving ancient Indian knowledge, the Foundation partnered with the India International Centre to organize an immersive two day series of workshops and lectures on A Healing Journey with Yoga. Renowned Yoga Masters from India and Italy facilitated the series.
Buddhism's Secular Mind Training Techniques
The Foundation was honoured to host Ven. Geshe Lhakdor for a series of virtual and physical lectures, imparting spiritual wisdom & methods from the rich Indo-Tibetan Buddhist tradition to audiences across the nation.
Advanced Dalai Lama Studies Fellowships Launched
In 2024, the Foundation launched Fellowships for Advanced Dalai Lama Studies to support senior scholars, building on existing Fellowships for Dalai Lama and Nalanda Studies since 2021.
Reflections from the Dalai Lama
The Dalai Lama's Reflections are the Foundation's latest virtual series with five-minute video clips from His Holiness' speeches and talks on diverse themes of contemporary relevance.
Healing Our Minds: Multi-Faith Approaches
The Foundation responded to the growing mental health crisis during Covid times and after, by organising virtual dialogues drawing on diverse spiritual faiths.
Creative Performance Dialogue on Peace
Prolific danseuse Padmashri Geeta Chandran's performance dialogue 'Our Voice' celebrated 25 years of the Foundation's initiative WISCOMP's efforts to nurture peace and nonviolence in South Asia.
European Union Partnership on Women in Diplomacy
In collaboration with the EU's Delegation to India, the Foundation organized two roundtable discussions on themes of 'Women Building Peace: From the Local to the International' & 'Women in Diplomacy'.
25 years of Gender & Peacebuilding Initiatives
The Foundation's Women in Security, Conflict Management and Peace (WISCOMP) initiative celebrates 25 years of promoting cultures of coexistence and nonviolence in South Asia that are gender sensitive, reflecting the Dalai Lama's vision for women's leadership & inclusion.