When is the Future of Tibet conference taking place?
Friday, November 25 – Sunday, November 27
Where is the Future of Tibet conference taking place?
In Paris, France.
The venue for the launch event on the afternoon of Friday, November 25 will be INALCO.
The weekend venue for the workshop will be at a central venue in Paris.
Full details will be sent via email after registration.
What is the Future of Tibet project?
Please see: https://translate.future-of-tibet.org/english/about-us/
What is the aim of the Future of Tibet conference?
The aim of the conference is to create a coherent sequence of plausible events and decisions that create vivid, compelling stories about what the future could look like for Tibet. The conference hopes to initiate discussion about future scenarios.
How many people will participate?
For the Friday opening event, there are 100 places available.
For the Saturday and Sunday workshop, there are 50 places available.
How do I register? Registration Info and Deadline
Please fill out this form: https://tinyurl.com/5n6brekw
Registration opens on October 12 and closes on November 15.
Once we have reached capacity for registrants, we will open a wait list.
Is there a registration fee?
Yes. We ask everyone taking part to pay a fee of USD 45 or USD 15 for students. This includes participation in the program and also lunch and beverages on Saturday and Sunday. Information on how to pay is on the registration form.
If you are only coming for Friday’s opening events, please bring EUR 10 cash on the day. There is no need to make the PayPal transfer.
What if I can’t pay the registration fee?
Please contact us on united@future-of-tibet.org
I have not registered in advance, can I just turn up?
No, only registered participants that have received invitation confirmation by e-mail are allowed to attend the events.
What language will the conference take place in?
The primary language of the conference is Tibetan.
The Youth Panel on Saturday will be conducted in English.
I’m not of Tibetan heritage, can I still participate?
No, in person participation is limited to those of Tibetan heritage only.
Is there an age limit to the participants?
We welcome all ages above 18 for the in-person conference.
Are there travel bursaries available?
Yes there are limited bursaries available. Please contact us on united@future-of-tibet.org
Do I have to participate all 3 days?
We would prefer for participants to be fully present in person for all 3 days. For the workshop participation on Saturday and Sunday, our priority is given to participants who commit to participate for all 3 days. However, we understand that it may not always be possible. Even for those who only join for one of the weekend days, the registration fee must be paid in full.
I am unable to join in person, can I join virtually?
Some sessions will be livestreamed but some sessions will be closed. For those joining via livestream, no registration is required. Please join via our YouTube or Facebook page.
I have other needs or requirements I don’t see listed above
Please contact us on united@future-of-tibet.org
I’d like to know more before I register
That’s fine, keep an eye on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts as we reveal more details of the program.
I want to help! Can I volunteer at the conference?
That would be great, we would love to hear from you, please contact us on united@future-of-tibet.org