December 16th, 2025
Dinner Lecture
The Dalai Lama:
Leadership and the Power of Compassion
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Dr. Ginger Chih
Author and Documentary Photographer
Tuesday, December 16th, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn - Monterey
Dinner Lecture
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
The Dalai Lama fled from Lhasa to India in 1959. Since then he has devoted his life to providing leadership to the Tibetan diaspora of some 150,000 Tibetans living in exile throughout the world. He has also become a global citizen and one of the most highly respected spiritual leaders of our time. This year, the Dalai Lama turned 90 years old. This birthday holds special significance for Tibetans, as the Dalai Lama has previously said he would convene with senior Buddhist leaders to discuss the future of his reincarnation upon reaching this age.
In a richly illustrated presentation, Dr. Ginger Chih will draw on her book, The Dalai Lama: Leadership and the Power of Compassion, to explore the culture and everyday lives of Tibetans in the exile communities. She will also highlight how the Dalai Lama's leadership and world view have been guided by the principles of his Buddhist faith.
A documentary photographer, Dr. Chih spent a decade photographing the Tibetan diaspora in India and Nepal. In 2018, she met the Dalai Lama who granted her numerous personal interviews. Dr. Chih holds an MBA from New York University and a doctorate from Cambridge University.
The Dalai Lama: Leadership and the Power of Compassion will be available for purchase the evening of our program.
$45 World Affairs Council Members
$55 for Guests
MENU
Salad
Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad
Arugula, orange segments, goat cheese, candied pecans & maple-Dijon vinaigrette
Entrée
Pan-Seared Salmon with Maple-Dijon Glaze
Served with Wild Rice Pilaf with toasted almonds, alongside roasted
Brussel Sprouts with caramelized shallots
Dessert
Spiced Apple Galette
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetable Wellington (Vegetarian) with
Lemon Risotto & Seasonal Vegetables
Early Sign-Up Registrations Accepted Now!
Registration closes on Thursday, December 11th, 2025, 5 pm
or when the venue fills.
$45 World Affairs Council Members
$55 for Guests
Please note: Cancellations after the deadline are non-refundable.
If you encounter difficulties with our online registration, please email info@wacmb.org or tel. 831‑643‑1855 to reserve a spot by close of registration - Thursday, December 11th, 2025
More information & details to follow in the
WACMB December 2025 issue of Passport
