Tashi Delek!

TASHI DELEK FROM DHARAMSALA/MCLEOD GANJ-GELEK AND THE REFUGEES!!!OUR FAVORITE TIBETAN DANCE TROOP!!



Here is a photo of our friend Gelek and his Tibetan Dance Troop that we are trying to support by raising funds for their dream-to have enough money to put on their Tibetan Cultural Dance and Song shows, both on the road and in Dharamsala-maybe someday in USA!
I have written about Gelek a few blog posts previous to this one, but a quick summary is, we met Gelek when we worked as English tutors in McCleod Ganj and quickly became friends. Gelek has a warm, enthusiastic spirit and is a Tibetan refugee as are all the members of his "troop". Opportunities are sparse for Tibetans in India and Nepal. They live in political exile, having chosen to leave their country which is being swallowed by an oppressive China. Gelek is trying to create a livlihood for his friends and himself by forming this dance troop. They seek to promote their Tibetan heritage through cultural shows, to preserve their unique Tibetan culture and to help educate others about Tibet. Danny and I feel strongly about supporting them because we have seen a serious low morale among Tibetan youth who feel despondent over their situation as refugees and future prospects as exiles. Help us support these amazing young Tibetans as they try to create a positive future for themselves doing something uplifting and progressive - for not only themselves and other Tibetans, but for everyone who will also benefit from learning about the amazing Tibetan culture. You can send donations to me, Jan Sprague, at PO Box 738, Santa Margarita, Ca. 93453 USA
As friends know, the Tibetan cause is very near and dear to my heart and i will make sure your donations go directly to Gelek via money wire. Thank you so much for caring!!! Namaste!!!! Jan