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Protest of sacrifice

Protest of sacrifice

October 2011

Self-immolations continue in Tibet as more monks and nuns set themselves on fire to protest China's rule

(Un)happy anniversary

(Un)happy anniversary

August 2011

The Party partied, but did Tibetans celebrate their "peaceful liberation"? Also: the self-immolation of Tsewang Norbu

Power of One: Young monk’s self-​​immolation

Power of One: Young monk’s self-​​immolation

April 2011

Learn about the recent case of a young monk from Eastern Tibet who died after setting himself on fire, the authorities' response, and how you can take action.

Tashi Dhondup RELEASED

Tashi Dhondup <span class="caps">RELEASED</span>

January 2011

We are pleased to announce that since our broadcast, Tibetan singer Tashi Dhondup has been released from prison.

Power of One: Help flood victims

Power of One: Help flood victims

September 2010

Two areas with Tibetan populations suffered from massive mudslides and flooding. Here's what happened and how you can help.

The Power of One: Help quake victims

The Power of One: Help quake victims

April 2010

How you can help victims of the 2010 Yushu quake.

Power of One: Tenzin Delek Rinpoche

Power of One: Tenzin Delek Rinpoche

February 2010

How to help imprisoned Buddhist lama Tenzin Delek Rinpoche, who stands accused of conspiring to cause explosions.

Power of One: Help filmmaker Dhondup Wangchen

Power of One: Help filmmaker Dhondup Wangchen

August 2009

Help filmmaker Dhondup Wangchen, who was arrested in 2008 after doing about 100 interviews with ordinary Tibetans in Tibet for a film made without approval.

Power of One: Tibetans sentenced to death

Power of One: Tibetans sentenced to death

May 2009

How you can help the Tibetans who were sentenced to death for their roles in the 2008 uprising.

Power of One: Help Pema Tsepak

Power of One: Help Pema Tsepak

February 2009

Tibetan artist Pema Tsepak and three friends were arrested and beaten for 3 days after carrying Tibetan flags and chanting slogans calling for Tibetan independence. He later died.