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In Conversation with Ama Jetsun Pema and Mr Tenpa Tsering- Moderated by Sandy McCuthcheon

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Widely known as “Mother of Tibet”, Ama Jetsun Pema is the former President of the Tibetan Children’s Village School (responsible for educating thousands of Tibetan refugee children), the first female Minister in the Tibetan Government-in-exile, UNESCO Medal Winner and younger sister of His Holiness The Dalai Lama.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear Jetsun Pema la talk about her life long commitment caring for children in the exile community on this, her first ever visit to Australia. Mr. Tenpa Tsering, The Chief Representative of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama will join Jetsun Pema on stage.

‘Others before self: educating children in exile’ and WHY TIBET ?

Sandy McCuthcheon with be moderating this “In Conversation with Ama Jetsun Pema and Mr. Tempa Tsering”.

Sandy McCuthcheon is one of Australia’s great treasures. As presenter of Australia Talks Back on Radio National, he probably knows better than anyone how Australians think and what’s important to them. He’s not only a broadcaster – he’s also a highly acclaimed playwright, novelist and poet.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandy_McCutcheon

Sat 5th Feb (1:30 to 3:00 pm) Visy Theatre $25(Con$20)  Phone (07) 3358 8600 or 

http://www.tcv.org.in