Location: Ratna Ling
Sonoma County, CA
(100 miles north
of San Francisco)
Mission The preservation and protection of the Tibetan Buddhist teachings in Asia and in Tibet.
Work-Study participants help in the production of sacred Tibetan Buddhist texts which are given away to Tibetans in Asia.
Video on the distribution of books in January 2008.
Work-Study positions: We are seeking hardy and positively-minded people who are physically fit. No experience is required, although those with mechanical aptitude and experience are appreciated. Hands-on and technical training is provided.
Work description: Participants learn the skills of both traditional Tibetan and Western-style book binding. The work involves folding, collating, assembling, wrapping and boxing of Tibetan books plus warehousing, machine operation and maintenance.
Commitment: 6 months. Occasionally we may be able to consider commitments of less than 6 months due to extenuating circumstances, such as visa considerations. Email books@ratnaling.org or APPLY
Requirements: A positive attitude to new learning and physical vigor. This work requires being on your feet, use of the upper body, repetitive motions and some lifting.
For more information on this project see www.yeshede.org
