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“Compassion and concern for others are the keys to human survival. They are relevant to anyone, whether believer or non-believer, who wishes to live a happy life.” – His Holiness the Dalai Lama
“Compassion and concern for others are the key to human survival. They are relevant to anyone, whether believer or non-believer, who wishes to live a happy life.”
(His Holiness the Dalai Lama)
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The Board of Directors
The Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors and chaired by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. The Board sets policy and future direction for the Foundation and approves the administration of its funds. The board members are not financially compensated for their services.
The current members of the Board of Directors are:
Founder and President:
Tenzin Gyatso, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama
Co-Vice Presidents:
Tseten Samdup Chhoekyapa – India
Kelsang Gyaltsen – Switzerland
Jamphel Lhundup – India
Board Members:
Chhime Rigzing Chhoekyapa – India
Tsering Dhundup – India
Tempa Tsering – India
Office of the Foundation
The Office of the Foundation is based in Zurich and responsible for the day-to-day operation. It manages and evaluates the grants given and supervises the projects and initiatives approved by the Board of Directors. The office is headed by the Foundation’s secretary.
Secretary / Geschäftsführer
Tendam Tenzin Sewo – Switzerland
Who we are ༜
The Dalai Lama ༜
The Foundation ༜
The Board of Directors ༜