We will share stories of Buddhist nuns living and practicing in the Himalayas, with a special focus on how education has transformed and brought liberation to these women’s lives. We are honored to host three ordained Buddhist nuns who will share their personal stories. Two of these women successfully completed the Geshema degree, equivalent to a Ph.D. in Buddhist Philosophical Studies that requires 17 years of rigorous study and was only recently opened to women and marks a significant educational achievement for nuns in the Gelugpa lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. (As of 2019, there are only 44 Geshemas in the world). These pioneering women bring the stories of Tsunma Tsunma, My Summer with the Female Monastics of the Himalaya to life. In addition to hearing from these Tsunmas and Geshemas first-hand, we hope to discuss the significance of this achievement further by addressing other issues relevant to their day-to-day lives, including continuing education opportunities and the ongoing discussions about full-ordination for women. Last but not least, we invite you to raise questions and reflect upon your own journeys by listening to and participating in this genuine and heart-opening discussion.