The Department of Religion and Culture (DoRC), Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), is pleased to announce the Summer Immersion Program exclusively for young Tibetans enrolled in non-Tibetan schools in India and Nepal at the College for Higher Tibetan Studies, Sarah. The program aims to build a bridge for this segment of Tibetan children to teach Tibetan language, culture, and make them closer to the larger Tibetan community. Participants will gain a general understanding of their cultural heritage, tradition, community in exile and issues associated with Tibet. The SIP program will offer Tibetan language, Social Emotional and Ethical (SEE) Learning, Tibetan history, Buddhist philosophies and cultural immersion incorporated by field trips to enable first-hand experience.
Program Duration: Two Weeks (June 4 to 17, 2024)
Registration Deadline: May 24, 2024 Saturday (This program will accept only 25 students on a first-come first-serve basis. Please apply immediately.)
Facility: Accommodation, Meals, and Travel allowances will be provided.
Eligibility Requirements :
- Copy of student ID Card of Tibetan students enrolled in Grades VI to XII in Indian Schools
- Copy of applicant’s valid Green Book
Program course:
- Tibetan language
- Introduction to Tibetan Culture and Civilization
- Introduction of Basic Tibetan Buddhist Philosophy and Practices
- Tibetan cultural dance and song
- Mindfulness Meditation Course
- SEE Learning
Weekend Program:
- Visit Cultural institutions and CTA, Dharamsala
- Visit Tibetan settlements and monasteries around Dharamsala.
For more information, please feel free to contact the following:
Department of Religion & Culture
Central Tibetan Administration
Dharamshala-176215 H.P., INDIA
☎+91-9816743672 / 8296450233
SIP Registration Form