Himalayan House community

Our Team

The People Behind Himalayan House

Scholars, practitioners, and custodians of tradition, guiding the centre's work across Buddhism, culture, and Himalayan studies.

Advisor Board

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H.E Rigyal Rinpoche
H.E Rigyal Rinpoche

Lends spiritual guidance and oversight to HH's cultural and monastic initiatives.

JH
Mr. Joseph Houseal
Mr. Joseph Houseal

Brings expertise in performance and ritual arts to HH's advisory work.

TD
Dr. Tashi Dorje
Dr. Tashi Dorje

Advises on the dialogue between Buddhist philosophy and contemporary scholarship.

RG
Dr. Rigzin Gyurmed
Dr. Rigzin Gyurmed

Supports HH's research and academic direction as an advisor.

Governing Board

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Dr. Thinles Dorje Founder / Chairman
Dr. Thinles Dorje Founder / Chairman

Founded and continues to steer the vision and direction of Himalayan House.

KN
Ven. Kunzang Namgyal Director
Ven. Kunzang Namgyal Director

Oversees the day-to-day direction and programs of the centre.

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Mrs. Sonam Lamo Accountant
Mrs. Sonam Lamo Accountant

Manages the accounts and financial record-keeping of HH.

LN
Mr. Lhundrup Namgyal Cashier
Mr. Lhundrup Namgyal Cashier

Handles day-to-day cash operations and transactions for HH.

KS
Lama Konchok Stanzin Member
Lama Konchok Stanzin Member

Contributes to the governing board's decisions and oversight.

TD
Lama Thinless Dorjey Member
Lama Thinless Dorjey Member

Contributes to the governing board's decisions and oversight.

SD
Mr. Stanzin Dawa
Mr. Stanzin Dawa

Serves as a member of the governing board.

Public Relation

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Lama Tundup Namgyal Media
Lama Tundup Namgyal Media

Manages media and public outreach on behalf of Himalayan House.