The Foundation for Non-violent Alternatives (FNVA) is an independent think tank organisation dedicated to advancing informed discourse on Tibet, the Himalayas, China, and India’s strategic environment. Established in 2009, FNVA promotes research, dialogue, capacity-building, and humanitarian initiatives rooted in principles of non-violence and human dignity.

The Foundation for Non-violent Alternatives (FNVA) is dedicated to fostering a nuanced and policy-relevant understanding of the PRC, Tibet and the Himalayan frontier region from an Indian strategic perspective. Rooted in the principles of non-violence, human dignity, and the rule of law, FNVA serves as a platform for informed dialogue, interdisciplinary research, and public engagement on regional dynamics that directly impact India’s national interest and the wider Asian landscape. As the sole Indian think-tank specialising on Tibet, FNVA serves as a vital forum for dialogue and furnish policy reports to governmental and political decision-makers.

The Himalaya-Tibet region is central to India’s security, environment, and culture. It is the source of Asia’s major rivers, a key geography in Sino-Indian relations, and home to deep civilisational links with India. FNVA addresses these overlooked themes through rigorous and policy-oriented research.

FNVA is guided by a distinguished group of Trustees and Patrons comprising senior scholars, former policymakers, diplomats, and cultural leaders. They include:

Patrons:

• Ven. Samdhong Lobsang Tenzin Rinpoche
• Dr. B.P. Singh

Trustees:

• Mr. O.P. Tandon
• Amb. Ranjit Gupta
• Ms. R. Banerjee
• Amb. Shyam Saran
• Prof. Srikanth Kondapalli
• Mr. Tempa Tsering

This leadership reflects FNVA’s interdisciplinary and India-centred approach to issues involving Tibet, China, and the wider Himalayan region.

FNVA primarily studies:

• ⁠ ⁠Tibet and Himalayan geopolitics
• ⁠ ⁠China’s policies and regional strategy
• ⁠ ⁠India–China relations
• ⁠ ⁠Border security and strategic affairs
• ⁠ ⁠Climate, environment, and water issues in the Himalayas
• ⁠ ⁠Culture, identity, and migration in the region

FNVA’s work includes:

• Research, policy briefs, and publications
• Conferences, dialogues, and webinars
• Capacity-building programmes and training
• Humanitarian and community-focused initiatives
• Internship and academic engagement programmes

Yes. FNVA runs an active podcast and conversation series hosted on its YouTube channel: YouTube.com/@forfnva.

The series features leading scholars, diplomats, policymakers, journalists, and practitioners discussing:

• Tibet and Himalayan geopolitics
• China’s domestic and foreign policy
• Buddhism, culture, and society
• Environment, climate change, and transboundary rivers
• India–China relations and strategic affairs

Episodes provide accessible, well-curated discussions for researchers, students, journalists, and policymakers.

All podcast episodes and speaker conversations are available here:

YouTube.com/@forfnva

You may subscribe to receive updates on new content, lecture series, and special dialogues.

FNVA publishes:

• Issue briefs
• Policy papers
• The monthly “Tibet Digest”
• Research essays
• Books, reports, and infographics

These materials examine strategic, environmental, cultural, and geopolitical issues linked to Tibet, China, Mongolia, and the Himalayas.

You may cite FNVA publications by crediting the author(s) and the organization. For academic or media use of our infographics, photographs, or research data, please follow our attribution guidelines or contact us for permission.

Opportunities include:

• Internships and long-term fellowships
• Volunteering in research or data projects
• Contributing commentaries, essays, and book reviews
• Participating in webinars, workshops, or training programmes

Yes. FNVA welcomes contributions on themes relevant to its mandate.

Researchers, scholars, and subject experts may submit proposals or writing samples to our editorial team via email. We welcome contributions that align with our thematic areas.

Accepted formats include commentaries (800–850 words), issue briefs (2,500–2,800 words), research essays (10,000+ words), special reports, and book reviews.

Submissions may be sent to: office@fnvaworld.org

FNVA works with global scholars, think tanks, universities, and civil society organisations. Its collaborations span Asia, Europe, and North America, reflecting the transboundary nature of the issues it addresses.

Yes. FNVA supports initiatives in education, cultural preservation, and community upliftment in Tibetan and Himalayan communities.

FNVA is supported by institutional donors, contributions from individuals, and project-based funding. Donations help sustain research, outreach programmes, and humanitarian initiatives.

143, 4th Floor, Uday Park

New Delhi – 110049, India

Phone: +91 9810050392

Email: office@fnvaworld.org

You can:

• Follow FNVA on YouTube , X/Twitter, and LinkedIn
• Attend FNVA events and webinars
• Donate to support research and programmes
• Share FNVA resources or collaborate on projects

Write for FNVA or apply for internships

FNVA updates its publications, podcasts, and event announcements regularly. The “Tibet Digest” is released monthly, with podcasts and briefs published throughout the year.