FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Center?

The Dalai Lama Center for Peace and Education is a non-political, non-religious, Vancouver-based charitable organization that sees its role as a catalyst for fostering personal and global peace. It educates the heart and fosters compassion through creative learning, facilitating and applying research, and connecting people and ideas.  Using modern technology and acting as a beacon of inspiration, as well as drawing visitors from around the world, the Center is an emblem of a peace-minded, compassionate city. The Center is focused on creating a climate of peace and inner well-being for all peoples, regardless of political or religious affiliation.

What is the XIV Dalai Lama's connection to the Center?

His Holiness the Dalai Lama co-founded the Dalai Lama Center for Peace and Education with Victor Chan in 2005. The Center is inspired by the Dalai Lama's teaching on kindness, compassion and interconnectedness. In this connection, His Holiness The Dalai Lama speaks of these themes. (1) To contribute to world peace we first must foster personal peace. (2) We are propelled along the path of personal peace by cultivating and internalizing universal human values: empathy, kindness, altruism, compassion, love, and a good heart. (3) To cultivate these universal values, we need to change our notion of education so that both the heart and mind are nurtured.

Are there plans to establish a physical center?

A physical site is actively being considered in Vancouver.

How is the Center funded?

Initial funding for the Center has been secured through private citizens and foundations. Additional funding support is being sought from corporations, foundations and private citizens to support the building of the Center and the operation of its programs.  It has no financial connection to the Dalai Lama or his office, and does not raise funds for the Dalai Lama or the Tibetan Government in exile.

How do I donate to the Dalai Lama Center?

Donations are welcome and appreciated.  Donations may be made to support the Vancouver Peace Summit, other DLC programs or the DLC directly. Information regarding donations can be found here. Donations may be made by cheque or on-line using Visa and Mastercard through Pay Pal.  The DLC provides charitable donation receipts for all donations indentified by the donor’s name.

Can I volunteer at the Dalai Lama Center?

We appreciate the volunteer interest expressed by many and have filled all volunteer opportunities for the Vancouver Peace Summit.  The Dalai Lama Center is currently developing a volunteer program and welcomes applications from interested persons. These applications will be kept on file until the volunteer program is fully developed. Please send volunteer inquiries to volunteer@dalailamacenter.org