Library of Tibetan Works and Archives
Governing Body
The Governing Body of LTWA is the highest authority of the institute. It comprises nine members, including two representatives from the Government of India, one from the Ministry of Culture and other from the Ministry of External Affairs. The remaining seven members are appointed by the Board in consultation with His Holiness the Dalai Lama, who served as the Chairman from the institute’s establishment in 1972 until 2016, and now holds the position of Patron. This esteemed body plays a crucial role in shaping policies, offering advice, and providing guidance for the institute’s overall development.
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee plays a crucial role in supporting the Governing Board by providing guidance and ensuring the effective operation of the institute, as well as the execution of the Board’s directives.
Editorial Boards
The LTWA is known for its diverse range of publications, which cover various aspects of Tibetan studies. These publications delve into various facets of Tibetan studies as Tibetan language and literature, history and culture, philosophy, and spirituality, among others. To ensure the highest standard of content, each series of publications is supervised by a team of advisors and editors. Each board is responsible for overseeing a specific series or periodicals released by the institute in Tibetan, Hindi, and English languages. These boards consist of dedicated advisors and editors who bring their expertise to the publication process. The periodical or series are:
1. Tam Tshog
(Biannual scholarly journal on Tibetan studies published in Tibetan)
2. The Tibet Journal
(Biannual scholarly journal on Tibetan & related studies published in English)
3. Bhotvani
(Biannual journal on Tibetan studies published in Hindi)
4. Lagya
(Series on Tibetan language, literature and culture in Tibetan)
5. Oral History
(Oral history series in Tibetan)
Staff Selection Committee
The Staff Selection Committee, comprising a minimum of three members appointed by the Director in consultation with the administration, selects staff through a combination of entrance tests and interviews.
Staff Welfare Committee
The Staff Welfare Committee is appointed by the administration on a rotational basis for a period of one year term. The committee’s main objectives include looking after the well-being of staff, students, and retirees within the institute, particularly during times of illness or personal difficulties.
Green (Environment) Club
The LTWA Green Club was formed in 2006 when a dedicated group of young staff members voluntarily united to spearhead environmental stewardship efforts within the institute’s premises. A year later, the administration officially endorsed and continued the initiative. The club’s core mission extends beyond the maintenance of plant life within the institute’s vicinity; it also seeks to foster a healthier environment.
Royang Tsogpa (Music Club)
In 2018, music enthusiasts from various departments joined forces to form Royang Tsogpa, AKA Music Club, on the advice of the LTWA Director. The club’s main goal is to preserve and promote the diverse musical traditions of Tibet. By organizing performances, Royang Tsogpa aims to promote and raise awareness about the rich Tibetan musical cultural heritage and create a platform for musicians, artists, and music lovers to connect and collaborate.
Khawe Chenor
Khawe Chenor, which translates to Tibet’s Treasure, is a voluntary educational formation established in 2021 by a group of LTWA staff members. The formation of this group was primarily inspired by the visionary ideals of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. It aims to provide a platform for the dissemination of knowledge from accomplished individuals, particularly in the fields of Buddhist philosophy, Tibetan language and culture, secular ethics, science, and wellbeing, to young and interested individuals. Additionally, the group seeks to create a space for public discourse and the exchange of opinions, with the goal of contributing to the development of a more accepting, understanding, and responsible society.