Transforming our world
through nonviolent action
through nonviolent action
We work in solidarity with the Tibetan people in their struggle for freedom and independence. We are a chapter-based network of young people and activists around the world. Through education, grassroots organizing, and nonviolent direct action, we campaign for Tibetans’ fundamental right to political freedom.
Students for a Free Tibet (SFT) was founded in New York City in 1994 by a group of Tibetans and young students and supporters.
Read Our StoryThrough education, grassroots organizing, and nonviolent direct action, we campaign for Tibetans’ fundamental right to political freedom.
Our WorkStart a chapter, intern/volunteer with us, attend our trainings and workshops, donate and raise your voice for those who have none.
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As part of Global Week of Action, a panel of activists, researchers, and scientists are coming together to discuss the ethics of Thermo Fisher's involvement in China’s mass DNA collection in Tibet! Learn more about the issues of privacy and consent, including...
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The U.S. Department of State is calling for the immediate and unconditional release of imprisoned Tibetan writer Go Sherab Gyatso, as part of their #WithoutJustCause political prisoners campaign, which was launched earlier this month. They have compiled a list of 18 political prisoners whose...
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We are calling on Tibet supporters around the world to take one simple action right now to stand with Tibet! Recently, Human Rights Watch and Citizens Lab have reported that the Chinese government has launched a full-scale campaign of biometric repression against...
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CALL ON MICHELLE BACHELET TO BREAK HER SILENCE ON TIBET! NEW YORK, May 23rd—Yesterday, more than 50 Tibetans and human rights activists gathered in front of the United Nations to protest High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet’s visit to China. As...
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