SERVICES
Translation and Interpretation
Himalayan language & culture program (funded by NYSCA & CTMD)
Translation and Interpretation
Nawang Tsering Gurung is a highly experienced translator and interpreter specializing in English and a wide range of Himalayan languages, including Nepali, Central (Ü-Tsang) Tibetan, Kham, Amdo, Ladakhi, Balti, Sikkimese, Dzongkha, Sherpa, and Mustangi (Loke). He provides professional translation services for diverse materials, including audio recordings, books, films, documents, websites, and other media.
He offers oral interpretation services in Central Tibetan and Nepali, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and strict client confidentiality. Please note that interpretation services are not provided for religious teachings.
Nawang has delivered language support across a broad range of sectors, including immigration services, healthcare, labor and workplace settings, educational institutions, correctional facilities, and other public service environments. His work facilitates clear, respectful communication, ensuring that critical information is accurately conveyed across languages and cultural contexts.
In addition to his core language expertise,
Nawang has the capacity to support projects across a broader range of Tibeto-Burman languages through an extensive and trusted network of linguists and cultural specialists. This network enables access to languages and communities that are often underrepresented and difficult to reach.
With a deep understanding of linguistic and cultural nuance, combined with a commitment to professionalism and integrity, Nawang is a trusted partner for individuals and organizations seeking high-quality translation and interpretation services.
CONSULTANT
Himalayan language & culture program (funded by NYSCA & CTMD)
Translation and Interpretation
Nawang is a multidisciplinary consultant and researcher with experience spanning education, public health, environmental initiatives, cultural preservation, career development, and nonprofit leadership. He works with a wide range of clients from individuals and grassroots organizations to small businesses and corporate enterprises providing strategic guidance and practical solutions to support growth, innovation, and long-term impact.
He partners closely with organizations to strengthen internal systems, enhance workplace culture, and improve employee support and engagement. His approach focuses on building inclusive, collaborative environments where individuals and teams are equipped to succeed and contribute meaningfully.
In addition to his advisory work, Nawang has extensive experience in cultural programming and event production. He has organized and supported concerts, live performances, and film projects, often creating platforms for Himalayan artists to showcase their work and engage in cross-cultural collaboration.
Known for his thoughtful, community-centered approach, Nawang is a trusted advisor to clients seeking to grow sustainably, foster inclusive environments, and create meaningful social and cultural impact.
Himalayan language & culture program (funded by NYSCA & CTMD)
Himalayan language & culture program (funded by NYSCA & CTMD)
Himalayan language & culture program (funded by NYSCA & CTMD)
The Himalayan Language and Cultural Program (HLCP) is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment where children from Himalayan backgrounds can explore, celebrate, and strengthen their connection to their cultural heritage. Our mission is to promote cultural pride and support language preservation through community-based education and the arts.
We offer introductory Tibetan and Nepali language classes in small-group settings, led by native speakers with teaching experience in the United States. Our curriculum is enriched by instruction in traditional Himalayan music, including songs, dance, and instrumental practices, providing students with meaningful and creative pathways to engage with their cultural roots.
In recognition of our impact, HLCP was honored as a recipient of the Go Queens Fund in 2024, supporting the expansion of our programs and community outreach efforts.
HLCP is proud to collaborate with leading cultural and educational organizations. In partnership with the Endangered Language Alliance, we contribute to the documentation and preservation of Himalayan languages. We also work closely with the Center for Traditional Music and Dance to deliver high-quality arts education. Our work is further supported by the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), whose continued support helps ensure that our programming remains accessible and sustainable.
Through HLCP, we have expanded access to Himalayan language education by helping establish Tibetan language classes at LaGuardia Community College. In addition, we successfully facilitated and coordinated the introduction of a Tibetan dance program at P.S. 69 in Jackson Heights, marking the first time such instruction has been offered at the elementary school level. This initiative provides students from grades 1 through 7 with opportunities to learn, engage with, and experience Himalayan culture in an educational setting.
Together, HLCP is building a vibrant space where Himalayan youth and families can learn, connect, and grow through language, culture, and community.
Tour Specialist
Himalayan New York
Himalayan language & culture program (funded by NYSCA & CTMD)
Nawang offers specialized, unique tours that offer unparalleled access to the Himalayan community and focus on its diversity.
Himalayan New York
Himalayan New York
Himalayan New York
In the recent decades, more than 20,000 people from various parts of the region have settled in Queens and Brooklyn, making New York into a new microcosm of Himalayan diversity, united by a connection to Tibetan culture, tradition, religion, with Central Tibetan or Nepaliserving as a lingua franca.
Over several years Nawang has crafted a unique tour of this community for student groups, visitors, and enthusiasts of Himalayan culture. Possibilities range from a 2-3 hour tour, including food, in "Himalayan Heights" (in the Jackson Heights area of Queens) to an intensive three-day tour package diving into all of Himalayan New York and including an experience of monastic life, workshops, presentations, film screenings, momo-making workshop etc.
Nepal and Tibet
Himalayan New York
Himalayan New York
Nawang offers unique tours of Nepal and Tibet through his extensive network in the region, including Himalayan regions of Nepal (Mustang, Everest region, Tsum. Dolpo, Humla and Jumla), and Tibet itself (August only, lasting two weeks: places limited). All tour guides are specialized in their own home area to give guests the ability to explore these beautiful regions from a localperspective. Full package tours can be arranged, including visa service, film permits, research permits, and recruitment for film and documentaries complete with release forms, consent forms and pay quotation.
Talks and Presentation
Talks and Presentation
Talks and Presentation
Nawang Tsering Gurung is available for lectures, keynote talks, panel discussions, and workshops at universities, cultural institutions, conferences, and community forums. His presentations draw on extensive ethnographic research and lived experience, offering nuanced perspectives on Tibetan and Himalayan communities in the diaspora, as well as across regions of Nepal, including Mustang.
Bringing together academic insight, fieldwork, and community-based practice, Nawang delivers engaging and thought-provoking talks that resonate with diverse audiences. His work bridges cultural knowledge, lived experience, and global conversations, creating meaningful dialogue around identity, language, and social change.
He is a trusted and experienced speaker who has presented at leading universities, museums, and public institutions internationally, including the Rubin Museum of Art, Columbia University, New York University (NYU), Dartmouth College, George Washington University, Charles University (Prague), Skidmore College, Queens Museum, and the Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia, as well as presentations at the University of British Columbia (including the Association for Asian Studies) and including commissioned talks for student groups from Stanford University
Combining academic rigor with lived experience, Nawang brings a distinctive and compelling perspective to his speaking engagements, fostering deeper understanding of Himalayan cultures, languages, and contemporary global issues.