The 22nd North America Tibetan Associations, Washington DC, December 7-10, 2024. In the presence of Honorable Sikyong Penpa Tsering la of Central Tibetan Administration, North America Office of Tibet Representative Dr. Namgyal Choedup la, North America Parliament member Thondup Tsering la, North America Parliament member Tenzing Jigme la, President of International Campaign for Tibet Tenchoe Gyatso, and representatives from 36 North America Tibetan Associations mark the 22nd North America Tibetan Associations (NATA) conference. The 22nd conference is the 3-day conference where selfless, sincere, and dedicated leaders and representatives share common struggles, exchange helpful ideas, promote successes, spark innovations, and inspire unity and solidarity. The meeting concludes on a day prior to December 10th, which is an auspicious day especially for every Tibetan, with a unanimous agreement by representatives from 36 North America Tibetan Associations of eight resolutions. Special Guest, Richard Gere, Chairman of International Campaign for Tibet and a long-time supporter of Tibet cause, also joined to greet and gave an inspirational speech. On behalf of Wisconsin Tibetan Association (WTA), we would like to express express sincere gratitude and appreciation to North America Office of Tibet staff members and representatives, board members of CATA, leaders and staff members of International Campaign for Tibet, Pema Tulotsang la of National Endowment for Democracy, volunteers, representatives of NATA, and sponsors for making this conference productive, successful, and meaningful. Most importantly, we sincerely wish every representative of NATA to take actions on eight resolutions derived from this conference in their respective community. Finally, we would like to express heartfelt gratitude to Tsering and Tashi Wangkang for being exceptional, generous, and kind host. You welcomed five representatives into your home for four days and provided unbelievable services. There are no words to describe the generosity and hospitality you and your family has provided. Thank you. Until we meet again, tashi delek to each one of you, and wishing you a massive success and productive year ahead. Wisconsin Tibetan Association










