http://standupfortibet.org/

Nine young Tibetans have set fire to themselves in eastern Tibet since March 2011, seven since 26 September. At least five have died, including a nun. These unprecedented and truly desperate acts are a cry to the outside world for help.

Lobsang Phuntsok, monk, 21 years, self immolated 16 March, died 17 March 

Tsewang Norbu, monk, 29 years, self immolated 15 August, died 15 August

Lobsang Kelsang, monk, 18/19 years, self immolated 29 September, in hospital with injuries

Lobsang Kunchok, monk, 18/19 years, self immolated 29 September, in hospital with injuries

Kelsang Wangchuk, monk, 17 years, self immolated 3 October, in hospital with injuries

Choephel, 19 years, self immolated 7 October 2011, died 11 October

Khaying, 18 years, self immolated 7 October 2011, died 8 October

Norbu Damdul, monk, 19 years, self immolated 15 October 2011, whereabouts unknown

Tenzin Wangmo, nun, 20 years, self immolated 17 October 2011, died 17 October 

Seven of these self-immolations are linked to Kirti monastery in Ngaba, one of the largest and most influential monastic institutions in Tibet. China’s merciless and violent crackdown in Ngaba and throughout Tibet is intensifying Tibetan grievances and exacerbating the resentment and desperation felt across Tibet.

This growing tragedy, if left unchecked, could spiral even further into a nation-wide crisis, unless the world acts now.

The international community, both citizens and governments, must stand up for Tibet. Global diplomatic intervention now will save Tibetan lives.

We demand a coordinated international response by world leaders to condemn China’s repressive measures in Ngaba and across Tibet, and to institute multi-lateral mechanisms to advocate for the Tibetan people. Most immediately, we call on China to withdraw its security forces from Ngaba and across Tibet now, and stop the ongoing harassment and torture of monks.

Therefore I ask you to sign this statement: “I support global diplomatic intervention for Tibet and I pledge to stand up for Tibetans who have the right to live in peace and freedom like every other human being”.

You can sign the statement on this link: http://standupfortibet.org/enough/dk-speakup-petition-1/.

Three good reasons to sign:

1. Tibetans in Tibet need to know that we are standing with them

2. Governments worldwide must heed our call to action

3. China must end the crackdown NOW.

Already more than 13,000 people have signed. Included amongst the signatories is the British rock band Radiohead, British actress and activist Joanna Lumley, member of the French Parliament Lionnel Luca, member of the Italian Parliament Giannni Vernetti, member of the Ontario Provincial Parliament (Canada) Cheri Dinovo and member of the Canadian Parliament Rob Anders.

On the 2^nd of November there will be global protests all around the world. You can check this out on this link: http://standupfortibet.org/global-protests/.

The Tibetan people desperately need our support, thanks in advance for your solidarity.

Phuntsok's action marked the third anniversary of events in 2008, when at least 10 Tibetans had been shot dead after Kirti monks began a demonstration.

Phuntsok, who was heard to shout messages of support for the Dalai Lama, later died after the police extinguished the flames and were seen beating him.

In recent days further protests have taken place and reports that "dozens of Tibetans" have been detained following protests during which Tibetans shouted slogans including "Free Tibet," "Invite Dalai Lama to Tibet" and "Independence for Tibet".

Please take action now! Urge world leaders to stand up for Tibet and demand China cease its brutal crackdown on free speech.

This online petition, organized by ITN (International Tibet Network) is directed to six world leaders, Ban Ki-Moon and Navanethem Pillay, and urges them to jointly and individually express their condemnation for the intensified crackdown in Tibet and the wider round up of Chinese dissidents in China: