The Smile Project
“A genuine, affectionate smile is very important in our day-to-day lives.” – the Dalai Lama
Vision
To promote literacy, creativity, English proficiency, cultural awareness and vitalization in monastic communities in Sikkim, Bhutan, and Nepal through reading, story/poetry writing, and illustration.
Mission
To provide monasteries with:
- Books (appropriate for monks/nuns)
- Instruction in story writing and poetry
- Illustration basics
- Materials (paper and art supplies)
To publish books written by monks and nuns.
The Smile Project is looking for:
- Project Ambassadors/Patrons
- Educators
- Writers
- Illustrators
- Translators
- Publishers
- Donors
Learn More
The Smile Project is a charitable initiative inspired by The Dalai Lama’s belief in the transformative power of a heartfelt smile. The Smile Project brings joy to Buddhist monks and nuns in Sikkim, Bhutan and Nepal through reading, story/poetry writing, and illustration.
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