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TAV Observed Prayer For Late Ama Grace Spring.

Vermont: On Friday, March 29th, 2019, members of Tibetan Association of Vermont observed prayers for Late Ama Grace Spring at Fletcher free library Burlington, who passed away on March 29th, 2018.

Late Ama Grace Spring is an artist, an activist and a Tibetan supporter who, for more than 18 years, held a solo vigil every Friday morning in front of the Chinese Embassy in Washington with a Tibetan national flag and a placard, drawing attention to the plight of the Tibetan people.

Last year, on February 17, 2018, ICT President Matteo Mecacci bestowed a special Light of Truth award to her in recognition of her many decades of work putting a Spotlight on Tibet. The award ceremony took place at the Burlington, VT in conjunction with Tibetan New Year celebration organized by Tibetan Association of Vermont.

Press Release By North America Tibetan Associations.

Press Release by North American Tibetan Associations

March 20th, 2019

On February 17th 2019, a Chinese government-supported parade was held in New York’s Chinatown as part of the Chinese Lunar New Year celebration. Participating in this parade was Dechen Tulku and a few other Tibetans, all of whom are US residents and Shugden devotees. They were seen waving the Chinese national flag and displaying a banner that read, ‘Tibetan Association of North America.’ Many may have seen the photos and videos of their participation that have since been circulated online.

You may also be aware of the fact that back in April 2017, a similar incident involving Dechen Tulku had taken place during the meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Florida. In this case, under the guise of being representatives of the North American Tibetan Association (NATA), Dechen Tulku and a few other Tibetans had gone to Florida to greet Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Against this backdrop, Tibetans living in North America have expressed deep concern over the attempts by Dechen Tulku and others to falsely represent NATA. It is possible that Tibetans, Tibet supporters and the general audience may become confused and unable to distinguish between the real NATA and its imposters.

The truth of the matter is that under the guidance of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), there are now 33 Tibetan associations of varying sizes established in North America – many of which are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations registered under the US law. These Associations, collectively known as “NATA”, are the sole legitimate and rightful representatives of all Tibetans living across North America.

Shugden followers such as Dechen Tulku frequently visit China without any issues as they have connections with the New York Chinese consulate. These people are not the elected representatives of North America-based Tibetans. As such, any future activity that they carry out in the name of NATA will be firmly rejected by all 33 North American Tibetan associations.

TAV observing the 60th anniversary of the Tibetan National uprising day.

TAV commemorating 60th Tibetan National Uprising Day at City of Burlington, VT on March 10th. President Sonam Chophel read the statement of Sikyong the President of Central Tibetan Administration. Representative Haley Pero read the proclamation from US Senator Bernie Sander. Mr. Tenzin Tsephal la read the proclamation from City of Burlington VT Mayor Miro Weinberger. Mr. Penpa la read the statement from Speaker of The United States House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi. Then TAV President leads the peace march. At the end Vice President, Mrs. Tenzin Dolkar gave a word of thanks speech. Secretary Tenzin Waser la had been the event’s coordinator.