Lobsang Jinpa, the monk activist

23 June 2020

Lobsang Jinpa, the monk activist Lobsang Jinpa was awarded the Reebok Human Rights Award in 1988 Although I was born two decades after China’s invasion of Tibet, my life was shaped by protesting for my country’s freedom. I come from a small village near Shigatse in...

Letter to University of Queensland Chancellor: We stand with Drew Pavlou

24 April 2020

Letter to University of Queensland Chancellor: We stand with Drew Pavlou Dear Chancellor Peter Varghese, We write to you today to express our grave concerns over the University of Queensland’s treatment of student leader Drew Pavlou as reported in numerous media...

‘Don’t forget Tibet’

4 March 2020

‘Don’t forget Tibet’ Australia’s Tibetan community marks 61 years of resistance against China’s rule MEDIA RELEASE9 March 2020 On Tuesday 10 March, Tibetans and supporters will commemorate the 61st Tibetan Uprising Day with rallies in cities across Australia (see...

Reflections on Tibet Lobby Day

30 September 2019

Reflections on Tibet Lobby Day By ATC Digital Campaigner Gemima Harvey As part of my work with Australia Tibet Council, I travelled to Canberra for Tibet Lobby Day, which involved three days surrounded by such courageous, inspiring and impressive people.   It was...

I agree, Tibet should be free

9 March 2019

I agree, Tibet should be free Sign the pledge. Spread the word. Grow the movement. On 10 March 1959, Tibetans rose up against China’s occupation of Tibet. Sixty years on, the resistance remains as strong as ever. For far too long, Tibetans have been living in...