Aysa Okonova, About the Dalai Lama's Teachings in Riga

Aysa is a volunteer at the Central Temple in Elista, Kalmykia, and works for the charitable fund Buyn which helps poor families with many children. Aysa participated in the organization of the Dalai Lama’s teachings in Riga by doing paperwork, accompanying the Kalmyk pilgrims to Riga, finding them accommodation and attending to their needs in the city.It is her first time at the Dalai Lama’s teachings. She expresses her gratitude to the Central Temple in Elista for the opportunity to participate in this event.