Welcome to the Website of Tibetan Village Project

Tibetan Village Project (TVP) is a non-profit, non-political organization dedicated to promoting sustainable development while preserving the rich cultural heritage of Tibet. The organization was founded in 2001 by Tamdin Wangdu and his wife, with now support United States and Australia. Learn more about TVP.

TVP focuses on supporting small-scale, practical healthcare and educational initiatives that embrace Tibetan cultural values. To reduce donation dependency and promote self-sufficiency, TVP also cultivates socially responsible, income generating micro-enterprises.

Since its inception, TVP has made a difference in the lives of over 8000 Tibetan villagers through (1) building / renovating four bridges, (2) building one school and distributing school supplies to 10 schools with over 1,200 students, and (3) providing medical care for over 3,200 patients through three clinics and one mobile clinic. Click here to learn more about current priorities.

Conscious Journeys has been carefully designed for the mindful traveler who not only wants to see the beautiful sights of Tibet, but to touch, taste, and experience life in Tibet. Whether meditating with nuns, cooking for orphans, sharing tea with nomads, or teaching environmental ethics, a Conscience Journeys adventure will open your heart and mind forever. Go beyond the ordinary, and enter a world of beauty, self discovery and volunteerism in the Land of Snows. Visit www.consciousjourneys.org.

Cultural and Outreach: TVP raise awareness of Tibetan culture and all aspects of project development through Tibetan photo exhibits, presentations, and cultural events. This is an ongoing effort, in which TVP organizes 4 - 6 events annually. To get the latest information on upcoming events, and project updates, fundraising activities, click here.