giovedì 10 marzo 2011

March 10: Global Protests Underway for Tibet

Right now, on March 10th, Tibetans and Tibet supporters are taking action for Tibet. Rallies, freedom marches, candlelight vigils, and government lobbying initiatives are taking place around the world. From Sydney to London, Dharamsala to Taipei, and in more than 100 cities worldwide, the Tibetan flag is being raised to honor this important day.


Follow the action: http://www.march10.org/

As we commemorate the 52nd anniversary of the 1959 National Uprising in Tibet, it's important to reflect on how far the movement has come – from the first days in exile, Tibetans have built a truly global freedom movement.


It's also a critical time to prepare for the future. One of the most simple yet powerful ways you can contribute to the movement is to become a sustainer of Students for a Free Tibet by joining the Rangzen Circle.

Join hundreds of others who invest in the Tibetan freedom movement every month. A Rangzen Circle membership makes a tiny dent on your wallet and a huge difference for SFT. Your monthly gift provides us with reliable long-term funding to sustain and advance the movement for a free Tibet.

Sign up today and help us reach our goal of 100 new members by Monday, March 21:


http://sft.convio.net/site/Donation2?1640.donation=form1&df_id=1640

Rangzen is the Tibetan word for freedom, and the Rangzen Circle is an intimate group of Tibetans and supporters who make an exceptional contribution to the Tibet cause by giving a monthly donation to SFT.


A Rangzen Circle membership makes a tiny dent on your wallet and a huge difference for SFT. Your monthly gift provides us with reliable long-term funding to sustain and advance the movement for a free Tibet.

 Please also watch and share SFT's March 10th video

If you are already a Rangzen Circle member, thank you. Your support means the world to us. Please take a moment to forward this message to friends and loved ones so they can join this circle of freedom.


Thank you for everything you do for Tibet,
Tendor, Kate, Mary-Kate, Tendolkar, Stefanie and Tentsetan


TOP TEN REASONS TO SUPPORT SFT

Reason 10: SFT is youth

Our base of young Tibetans and supporters know change is possible. Young people have the passion, commitment, and inexhaustible energy to work for what they believe in.

Reason 9: SFT is nonviolent

We apply nonviolence theory and practice to our activism for Tibet because we believe it's the most effective way to achieve our goal. There is no better way to fight for peace than to promote nonviolence as a weapon.

Reason 8: SFT is grassroots

We're a network of students, Tibetans, activists, professionals, artists, volunteers, and many others working at the grassroots level to mobilize people power in a way that truly changes the course of history.

Reason 7: SFT is diverse

SFT’s membership is composed of Tibetans, Americans, Europeans, Indians, Chinese, Canadians, Australians, Japanese, Taiwanese, and dozens of other nationalities with diverse cultural backgrounds and political viewpoints -- because the goal of Tibetan freedom unites everyone.

Reason 6: SFT is global

We are everywhere. With members in more than 50 countries, chapters and networks in 35 countries, and offices in 4 countries, our constituency spans the globe.

Reason 5: SFT is cutting-edge

SFT's membership and leadership is made up of the most talented innovators, strategists, and visionary techies. We use the latest information technology and social media tools to successfully execute campaigns and actions that inspire Tibetans and directly challenge China’s control over Tibet.

Reason 4: SFT is about training

We invest in the next generation of Tibetan leaders and Tibet activists through our unique leadership training programs. Our Free Tibet! Action Camps and regional trainings help young leaders hone their skills to effectively lead strategic campaigns and non-violent actions for Tibet.

Reason 3: SFT is fun

We believe in hard work and in having fun. We emphasize the importance of humor and laughter in our work, so that freedom is not merely the destination but also the journey.

Reason 2: SFT is strategic

We think and plan before we act. Our leadership has the vision, experience, and strategy to develop and execute effective campaigns and actions.

Reason 1: SFT is for an independent Tibet

Ultimately, we believe that the social, economic, environmental, and cultural interests of the Tibetan people can only be truly safeguarded if Tibet is an independent nation. We know this goal is possible and will continue to work hard every to achieve it.

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