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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New York, NY—Three Tibetan youth activists were released from New York City’s 17th precinct. They were arrested yesterday on charges of “disorderly conduct” and “refusal to disperse” after chaining themselves to the vehicular entrances and exits of the United Nations (UN) headquarters...
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New York, NY—At 3:25 p.m. EST, three Tibetan youth activists chained themselves to the vehicular exits and entrances of the United Nations (UN) headquarters gates on First Avenue, demanding action after the self-immolation of Tibetan independence activist, Lobga Rangzen. After 47 minutes...
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New York, NY—At 3:25 p.m. EST, three Tibetan youth activists chained themselves to the vehicular exits and entrances of the United Nations (UN) headquarters gates on First Avenue, demanding action after the self-immolation of Tibetan independence activist Lobga Rangzen. One week after...
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Car Procession Partially Blocks First Avenue as Tibetan Community Honors Fallen Independence Activist Lobga Rangzen and Demands Justice from United Nations NEW YORK, NY —Hundreds of Tibetans staged a large-scale demonstration outside of the United Nations Headquarters, disrupting normal operations at UN...
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SFT is calling upon every Tibetan and every friend of Tibet to make a pledge for the Tibetan cause. Write it down, share it, and honor it every single day until Tibet's independence is restored. On Thursday, July 2, 2026, 52-year-old Tibetan...
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