1st Edition
Tibet in Exile Politics, Psychology and Culture of the Tibetan Diaspora
This book delves deep into the lived experiences of the Tibetan diaspora, offering an insightful exploration through the intersecting lenses of politics, psychology, and culture. Drawing from the expertise of scholars in fields such as political science, sociology, psychology, and cultural studies, the book provides a rich, multidisciplinary analysis that reveals the complexities of Tibetan life in exile. It meticulously examines the delicate diplomacy between the Tibetan government-in-exile and host nations, unraveling the intricate political dynamics that shape the aspirations and challenges faced by Tibetans abroad.
In addition to political analysis, the book sheds light on the psychological resilience and cultural innovation within the Tibetan community. Through an exploration of art, music, literature, and religious practices, it uncovers how Tibetans have creatively reimagined and redefined their cultural identity in the face of displacement and adversity.
This volume is an essential resource for students, researchers, and educators in anthropology, political science, sociology, psychology, and cultural studies. It also serves as a valuable tool for policymakers, advocates, and activists engaged in issues of diaspora, migration, human rights, and social justice. For anyone seeking to understand the profound impact of exile, the endurance of cultural identity, and the strength of community, this book is a must-read.
This version aims to be more engaging while clearly defining the book’s scope, relevance, and target audience.
Part I: The Tibetan Experience of Exile
1. The Trauma of Forced Displacement of the Tibetan Diaspora
Tsering Yangdol
2. Roots Uprooted: The Loss of Home and Identity Among Tibetan Migrants in India
Shivantika Sharad, Sunil K. Verma, Ishti Gupta, Saifur Rehman Farooqi, Chandra Prakash Kapoor, and Anita Kant
3.Tibetan Migrants: Psychological Wellbeing, Psychological Capital & Acculturation
Anwesha Sanyal
4.Interplay of History and Psyche: Disentanglement of the Psychological Landscape of the Tibetan Experience
Aparna Vajpayee
5. Overcoming Adversity: Resilience, Coping Strategies and Post Traumatic Growth in the Tibetan Diaspora
Shalini Mittal
Part II: Culture and Identity in Exile
6. Tibetan Women In Exile: Gender, Identity, And Activism
Shivangi Singh
7. Cultural Resilience in Transition: Understanding the Tibetan Muslim Community in Kashmir
Rayees Ahmad
8.Tibetan Diaspora’s Tryst with Modern Education
Tenzin Dolma
9.The Power of Stories: Remembering Pema Tseden and his Contribution to Tibetan Narratives
Ugyal Tshering Lama Yolmo
Part III: The Tibetan Cause in the Wider World
10.Navigating International Relations: The Impact of Globalization on Tibet's Future
Aditya Anshu
11. Community Mobilization and the Power of Everyday Resistance: Advancing the Tibetan Cause
Sharon Susan Koshy
12.The Exploration of Environmental Activism & Ecological Themes in Contemporary Tibetan Art and Literature within the Diasporas
Chandani Tiwari
13. The Impacts of Globalisation on Tibet’s Quest for Peace and Autonomy: Assessing Social, Political and Economic Rationales
Saptarshi Mondal
Part IV: The Future of the Tibetan Diaspora
14.Changing Narratives of Exile, Amalgamation, and Future of Tibetan Diaspora in India
Priyanka Jain
15. The Traumatic Present and Future: A socio-political Understanding of Tibetan Diaspora
Sakshi Bahuguna and Akanksha Ghose
Biography
Shalini Mittal is a faculty of Psychology at Bennett University's School of Liberal Arts. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Delhi, a Master's in Clinical Psychology, and a Ph.D. in Psychology from Banaras Hindu University. Mittal serves on the Executive Council of the National Academy of Psychology. Her research focuses on psychosocial perspectives of gender and minority populations, particularly on social factors in coping with trauma. Her expertise in trauma, gender, and minority issues makes her a leading figure in psychology, with significant contributions towards social inclusion and awareness.
Aditya Anshu is a faculty of International Relations at Abu Dhabi University. He holds a PhD and an MPhil in International Relations from Jawaharlal Nehru University, an MA in Political Science from Jamia Millia Islamia, and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science (Hons) from the University of Delhi. Anshu has extensive professional experience, including a role as a Research Officer for the National Investigation Agency, Government of India. His research focuses on State Politics, Foreign Policy, Diplomacy, and Diaspora studies. He is a member of several professional organizations, such as the Organization for Diaspora Initiative and the Migration and Diaspora Institute and serves as an Associate Editor of the Journal of Critical South Asian Studies. Anshu is a respected scholar in International Relations and has edited the book "Diaspora in the MENA Region and Beyond, by the University of Johannesburg Press.
