“The thought that animals cannot express their pain with words deeply saddened me. When I was sick, I often wondered how these dogs must feel when they suffer in silence. That is why I started feeding them every day.” — Namgyal Dadon Namgyal Dadon is a second-generation Tibetan living in exile. As a young woman, she dreamed of becoming a teacher, but her plans were interrupted when she was diagnosed with tuberculosis and had to discontinue her teacher training. During her recovery, she developed a profound connection with animals. Having experienced illness firsthand, she often reflected on the suffering of stray dogs and other animals that cannot communicate their pain through words. This realization deeply moved her and inspired her to begin feeding the street dogs around her home. What started as a simple act of compassion has grown into a remarkable commitment. Today, Namgyal feeds more than 150 stray dogs in Bylakuppe, providing them with food, care, and kindness every day. Living in exile, Tibetans are often regarded as one of the world's most successful refugee communities. While many continue to dedicate themselves to preserving Tibetan culture and advocating for the Tibetan cause, others are also making meaningful contributions to the societies that have welcomed them. Namgyal's story is one such example—demonstrating how compassion and service can positively impact both the Tibetan community and the wider society. Stories of Tibetans is an independent project dedicated to documenting the lives, experiences, and contributions of Tibetans across the diaspora. This episode is funded by The Tibet Fund as part of the Tibetans in Diaspora project, a series of 20 episodes highlighting inspiring Tibetan stories from around the world. Interview, Editing & Subtitles: Kunsang Tenzing Coordinator & Camera Assistance: Ugen Dolma Special thanks to Namgyal Dadon-la for generously sharing her story, and to Ngawang Kunchok for his valuable time and insights. We would also like to extend our gratitude to our patrons: Dolma's Momo, Tenzin Phuljung, and Tenzin Lekmon for their continued support.FT: Namgyal Dadon Tibetans in Diaspora #151 Stories of Tibetans #231