Kunsang serves as the Director of the Empowering the Vision Project, a Delhi-based Non-Profit committed to strengthening the Tibetan community through youth empowerment. He firmly believes that the next generation of Tibetans, like any other nationals, plays a crucial role in creating a more peaceful and equitable world.
Originally from Chamdo, Tibet, Kunsang was forced to leave his hometown at the tender age of four for safety and to pursue an education. Upon arriving in India, Kunsang was admitted to the Tibetan Children’s Village School, an institution dedicated to orphaned and destitute Tibetan children. There, he gained modern knowledge alongside a deep appreciation for traditional culture and customs.
Drawing from ancient Indian wisdom and compassion, Kunsang strives to make a positive impact. Beyond his professional endeavours, Kunsang’s heart beats for the Yamuna Khimtsang community in Delhi. Alongside his friends, he founded this unique initiative, fostering meaningful human-animal relationships. The community thrives on compassion, bridging the gap between species and promoting coexistence.
Kunsang holds a master’s degree in environmental studies, specialising in air pollution and respiratory health in the bustling metropolis of Delhi. His research underscored the urgent need for sustainable practices and heightened awareness. As an advocate for environmental responsibility, Kunsang championed initiatives such as waste segregation and reducing plastic usage, recognising that collective action begins with individual choices.
While working with Tibetan youth from diverse backgrounds, I found that many lack guidance and mentorship, which has hugely impacted their career decisions. By building gradual and intimate relationships with the youth who need support, they have not only become independent in life but have also encouraged their younger siblings and relatives to dream big, irrespective of the financial or social backgrounds they come from.Kunsang Tsephel