Wayne W. Huang

A new generation of Tibetan youths in exile has emerged and are willingly continuing on the struggle for a free Tibet. However, as they become increasingly immersed in the culture of their host country, the struggle to maintain their ethnic identity becomes another challenge Tibetans-in-exile face as a whole. Tibetans in Southern California are confronting this issue and have been making an effort to ensure the survival of their ancient culture and traditions.

When Tsering Dolma first arrived in New York City in 2004, she barely spoke a word of English. She came only with a determination to survive and support her family still living in the Tibetan refugee villages of India. This is the story of the struggles and hopes of a Tibetan-in-exile.