Core Staff

Meet the dedicated leaders who guide NYTSC’s mission and programs with care and commitment.

Message from the Executive Director

Hello, I’m Tsering Diki, Executive Director of NYTSC. NYTSC was established in 2012 to create a space where Tibetan and immigrant families could find support, guidance, and connection to their cultural roots while adapting to life in a new country. Our vision has always been to provide programs and services that empower community members of all ages—helping them navigate challenges, preserve their heritage, and build opportunities for the future.

At NYTSC, we believe that success is measured not just in programs offered or milestones reached, but in the impact we have on families and the generations to come. Every day, our team works to empower, educate, and uplift those we serve, and it is our honor to be part of this shared mission.

We invite you to get to know our staff and volunteers and see the dedication that makes our community thrive.

– Tsering Diki

Tsering Ghongpa

Tsering has been with NYTSC since its inception, serving as Fiscal Officer and managing the organization’s budgeting, accounting, and financial operations to ensure programs run smoothly and efficiently. With a background in Computer Science, he brings technical expertise and a strong problem-solving approach, supporting all aspects of office administration to strengthen NYTSC’s operations. Tsering’s dedication and versatility help the organization deliver culturally responsive programs while maintaining operational and financial stability for the Tibetan and Himalayan community in New York.

Languages: English, Tibetan, and Hindi

Office Administrator

Tenzin Tsering

Tenzin has been with NYTSC since 2018 and currently serves as Program Director, overseeing daily operations, program implementation, and social service coordination. She holds a BA with a senior thesis focused on health education within the Tibetan community in Dharamsala, addressing preventive care topics such as HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, and reproductive health. This foundation led her to serve as a Health Educator with CCNY, delivering evidence-based curricula in public schools in Far Rockaway and Jamaica. She later brought this experience to NYTSC, leading health education activities and gradually working toward a leadership role overseeing programming and operations. Her work reflects a strong commitment to culturally responsive services and strengthening access to resources for Tibetan and Himalayan families across New York.

Languages: English, Tibetan, and Hindi

Program Director

Phurbu Dolma

Phurbu joined NYTSC in 2026 as a Social Services Coordinator, providing support and resources to individuals and families across the Tibetan and Himalayan community. A Master of Social Work graduate, she brings experience in social services, early childhood programs, and community care, with a strong commitment to creating safe, supportive, and positive environments where individuals and families can grow and thrive. Phurbu’s work emphasizes culturally responsive service, helping community members access the guidance and care they need to strengthen well-being and resilience.

Languages: Tibetan, English, Chinese, and basic Hindi

Social Service Coordinator

Our educators and mentors nurture students’ growth, learning, and cultural connection every day.