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High Asia is an independent, non-profit center dedicated to researching and advancing the history, culture, literature and struggle for freedom and dignity of Tibetans and the peoples on the roof of the world. High Asia is a registered organization based in New York City. 

High Asia’s goal is to disseminate information, analysis and creative expression through print, the Internet, film, music, art and other forums to give expression to the views and aspirations of the peoples of High Asia. The center hopes to encourage critical thinking and constructive action on issues relating to this important but generally overlooked area of the world. 

Meet the Team

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Jamyang Norbu

Executive Director

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Tenzin Tselha

Program Director

Board Of Directors

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    Peter Brown

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    Tenzin Dorjee

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    Sonam Wangdue

  • Portrait of a man with short black hair wearing a red traditional Chinese shirt and a black jacket over his shoulder.

    Ngawang Tharpa

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    Wangchuk Shakapa