Statement Affirming the Continuation of the Institution of Dalai Lama
On 24 September 2011, at a meeting of the heads of Tibetan spiritual traditions, I made a statement to fellow Tibetans in and outside Tibet, followers of Tibetan Buddhism, and those who have a connection with Tibet and Tibetans, regarding whether the institution of the Dalai Lama should continue. I stated, “As far back as 1969, I made clear that concerned people should decide whether the Dalai Lama’s reincarnations should continue in the future.” Read more
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Upcoming Events
| 90th Birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama | |
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| Venue: | Rhoneweg 12, Amsterdam |
| Date: | 08/07/2025 |
| Time: | 12:00:00 |
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Recent Events
| Nobel Peace Prize Day | |
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| Venue: | De Koning, Isolatorweg 29, 1014AS Amsterdam |
| Date: | 10/12/2024 |
| Time: | 14:00:00 |
| 90th Birthday of H.H the 14th Dalai Lama | |
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| Venue: | Dam Square, Amsterdam |
| Date: | 06/07/2025 |
| Time: | 12:00:00 |
| Tibet Festival 2023 | |
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| Venue: | De Koning, Isolatorweg 29, 1014AS Amsterdam |
| Date: | 10/10/2023 |
| Time: | 14:00:00 |
| Cycle Rally 2025 | |
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| Venue: | Europaplein, Amsterdam |
| Date: | 06/07/2025 |
| Time: | 12:00:00 |
About Us
In the Netherlands, about a thousand Tibetans have now managed to build up a new life thanks to the hospitality and support of the people in their new country. In the year 2005, a Tibetan welfare organisation was founded in order to strengthen mutual ties and to promote the broader interests of the Tibetans living in the Netherlands. The organisation is called ‘Tibetan Community Netherlands’. We run our community based on key principles, highlighting the importance of maintaining the non-sectarian and non-regionalist attitude or way of life. …
Our Vision
Our vision is to become a bridge between the Tibetans in the Netherlands and Dutch society, building a strong community well connected with Dutch society, while remaining strongly rooted in the Tibetan culture.
Our Mission
Our mission is to promote Tibetan culture, religion, traditions and language in the Netherlands and preserving them for future generations. We aim to form a bridge between the Tibetan community and Dutch society, creating a positive exchange and mutual appreciation between the unique Tibetan culture of compassion and wisdom on the one hand, and freedom, security and support on the other. We will use our own freedom for that of our compatriots in Tibet and promote sustainable development in Tibet in the fields of religion, culture, language education, health, and environment, and social projects.
Membership
All the Tibetans residing in the Netherlands are eligible to become a member of our Community. We welcome and urge all the Tibetans above the age of 18 to enrol for the membership and contribute to our community. We also would be grateful if anyone below 18 is willing to contribute as well.
