International Campaign for Tibet

Tibet's Struggle Is the World's Struggle

Since Chinese troops marched into Tibet in 1949, China has denied Tibetans self-determination and treated Tibet like a colony run by Chinese Communist officials. Hundreds of thousands of Tibetans have died as a direct result of China's occupation in the past 60 years—from starvation, torture and execution. »continue

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His Holiness the Dalai Lama presents the 2009 Light of Truth award to Chinese writer Wang Lixiong. The award is an ornate Tibetan butter-lamp.

His Holiness the Dalai Lama presents ICT's 2009 Light of Truth award to Chinese writer Wang Lixiong. The award is an ornate Tibetan butter-lamp.

The International Campaign for Tibet proudly celebrated its 20th anniversary last year. For two decades, we have called the world's attention to the injustices and brutality being suffered by the people of Tibet. Learn more about what we do »

ICT is looking for energetic and enthusiastic volunteers to assist in project-based and administrative work in our Washington, D.C., office. Find out how to become a volunteer »

ICT Lecture Series

ICT's monthly lecture series in Washington, DC, brings Tibetan and Chinese speakers together to create dialogue and to discuss and analyze various Tibet issues. Sign-up for ICT's updates if you would like to receive advance notice about upcoming lectures and events. Read about past lectures »

Light of Truth Awards

ICT presents the Light of Truth Award to individuals and institutions who have made significant contributions to the public understanding of Tibet and the fight for human rights and democratic freedoms for the Tibetan people. Learn more »